About Henderson, Nevada,

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About Henderson, Nevada

Henderson, Nevada, one of the fastest growing large cities in America, forms the southern edge of the fastest growing metropolitan area in the U.S. Henderson is located 7 miles from the Las Vegas Strip and a few miles from beautiful Lake Mead, the largest manmade lake in the world with 500 miles of shoreline. Henderson is known for its outstanding parks, recreational facilities and activities and a rapidly growing business community. Henderson has many industrial parks, which house properties of different sizes and zonings. A place for small town values with big city efficiency, Henderson has a number of national titles under its belt.

One of America’s Fastest Growing Cities
Nationally accredited Fire, Police and Parks & Recreation Departments
One of the Lowest Property Taxes in Nevada
Among the top Kid Friendly cities in the U.S.
6th Best City in U.S. for Home-based Businesses
3rd Best place to retire in US

Henderson has attracted numerous commercial entities due to its favorable tax structure. The Economic Development Department and local Chamber of Commerce can help you relocating or opening new businesses in Henderson. Residents do not pay personal income tax, corporate tax, inheritance tax, estate or gift taxes. Property tax rates have remained consistent for the past seventeen years at $.7108 per $100 of assessed value, which is one of the lowest rates in the Las Vegas Metropolitan area and the State of Nevada. Nevada has no state income tax.

The City of Henderson has 25 master-planned communities. Homes are available in every size and price range. Condos/condominiums are available for those who prefer the low maintenance approach of a condominium. Whether it’s a condo or a house, residential or commercial, you can find the real estate you’re looking for in Henderson. Numerous builders are building new homes in prime locations. If you have a favorite builder you’ll find them here. Many private and public schools are located in Henderson with a variety of after school and Safekey programs. Safekey is a before and after school recreational program available at all Henderson public elementary schools, featuring crafts, games, cooking and special activities including homework assistance.

St. Rose Dominican Hospital is the largest medical facility in the City of Henderson. The Rose de Lima Campus and the Siena Campus are home to nearly 800 affiliated physicians and employees with both inpatient and outpatient services including a Joint Replacement Center and Open Heart Surgery Program. They also offer a Physician Referral Service available Monday-Friday at 702-616-4508. Healthsouth Rehabilitation Hospital of Henderson offers acute medical care, inpatient & outpatient rehabilitation, outpatient surgery, diagnostic imaging and occupational medicine.

The City of Henderson has won accreditation by the National Recreation & Park Association and the National Gold Medal for Excellence in Parks and Recreation Administration.

With more than 40 parks covering more than 1,000 acres of land and more than 57 miles of trails there is something to do for people of all ages. The Henderson Pavilion at Liberty Pointe is the largest amphitheater in Nevada providing a venue for cultural performances at reasonable prices. The City of Henderson Bird Viewing Preserve houses more than 200 species of birds providing an opportunity to view and learn about birds.