Henderson County Public RecordsTexas

As of 2022, Henderson County, TX, had a population of approximately 82,000. The median age is 44 years. About 49.7% of residents are male and 50.3% female. Racially, the population is 78% White, 9% Black or African American, 1% Asian, and 11% identifying as two or more races. Around 14% of the population is Hispanic or Latino of any race.

Henderson County, TX, has around 48,000 registered voters as of 2024. Elections held include local, state, and federal, with recent turnout at 58% in the 2022 general. Republican candidates typically secure over 75% of the vote in countywide races. There are 27 polling locations managed by the Elections Administrator. Key local election issues include property taxes and school funding. Administration is overseen by the Henderson County Elections Office, following Texas state law. The county is dominated by Republican and Democratic parties, though third parties have minimal presence. Voter registration can be done online or at county offices.

Henderson County, TX, has over 20 public schools, including several high schools such as Athens High School and Malakoff High School. About 80% of adults have a high school diploma, while 13% hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. The county’s schools average a 6/10 GreatSchools rating, with safety programs and extracurriculars in place. Adult education, including GED and workforce training, is available at Trinity Valley Community College. School districts prioritize safety with campus resource officers and security protocols.

As of 2022, Henderson County, TX, reported an employment rate of approximately 55%, with a labor force participation rate near 53%. Leading industries include Health Care & Social Assistance (16%), Retail Trade (14%), and Manufacturing (12%). Major occupation types are Office & Administrative Support (14%), Sales (11%), and Production (10%). The average commute time is around 30 minutes, with over 71% of workers commuting outside the county for employment, primarily to Dallas and Tyler metropolitan areas.

Henderson County, TX has a homeownership rate of about 75%, with median home values around $213,000 in 2023, up 5% year-over-year. Median rent is approximately $1,250 monthly. The housing stock includes single-family homes, lakefront properties near Cedar Creek Lake, and some mobile homes. Popular neighborhoods include Athens, Mabank, and Seven Points. Property tax rates average 1.59% of assessed value, meaning a $213,000 home pays about $3,385 annually. The market remains moderately competitive, with homes selling in about 33 days on average.

Henderson County, TX, reported a total crime rate of approximately 2,370 incidents per 100,000 residents in 2023, with violent crimes accounting for 230 and property crimes for 2,140 per 100,000 people. The county saw a slight decrease in overall crime compared to previous years, according to the Texas Department of Public Safety. Law enforcement actively encourages community crime reporting and transparency. Despite improvements, property crime remains a concern, emphasizing the county’s ongoing focus on public safety initiatives and neighborhood watch programs to reduce incident rates further.