Henderson Population 2026
Henderson has a population of 285,667, making it the #70 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Nevada. Roughly 0.1% of United States's population lives here. It is about 31× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
285,667
Rank in United States
#70
Coordinates
36.04°N, 114.98°W
~569 m elevation · America/Los_Angeles
Distance to capital (Washington)
3,340 km
2,074 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Nevada
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Las Vegas | 641,903 | #27 |
| Reno | 264,165 | #79 |
| North Las Vegas | 234,807 | #99 |
| Paradise | 223,167 | #104 |
| Sunrise Manor | 189,372 | #135 |
| Spring Valley | 178,395 | #145 |
| Enterprise | 108,481 | #290 |
| Sparks | 96,094 | #344 |
Cities near Henderson
- Paradise223,167 people · ~16 km away
- Las Vegas641,903 people · ~21 km away
- Sunrise Manor189,372 people · ~21 km away
- North Las Vegas234,807 people · ~21 km away
- Enterprise108,481 people · ~23 km away
- Spring Valley178,395 people · ~25 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Henderson?
Henderson has a population of 285,667 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #70 biggest city in United States.
What state is Henderson in?
Henderson is located in Nevada, United States.
Is Henderson the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 3,340 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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