Hernando

DeSoto County, Mississippi

Population 191K |Median income $85,297

Population

191,301

DeSoto County

Median Income

$85,297

+25% vs avg

Median Home Value

$269,600

+18% vs avg

Median Age

37.3

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

191K+17%

Median Income

$85,297+46%

Median Home Value

$269,600+77%

Poverty Rate

9.7%-1%

Unemployment

3.2%-62%

Economics

Median Rent

$1,451/mo

Poverty Rate

9.7% -32% vs avg

Unemployment 3.2%

Bachelor's Degree+ 29%

Work From Home 8.2%

Public Transit 0%

Population

White 57.2%

African American 32.6%

Two or More Ethnicities 3.1%

Asian 1.3%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure

40%

Short Sleep Duration

37.7%

Obesity

37.3%

Physical Inactivity

27.9%

Frequent Mental Distress

16.4%

Binge Drinking

15%

Current Smoking

13.9%

Frequent Physical Distress

12.4%

Diabetes

12.4%

Current Asthma

9.7%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 81.1%

Dental Visit 12%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance

9.7%

Coronary Heart Disease

5.6%

Stroke

3.4%

Alerts & News — Hernando Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Gulf Waters Near Pensacola and Pascagoula

NOAA · 35m ago

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Waters from Pensacola to Pascagoula Until 7:30 AM CDT

NOAA · 36m ago

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Louisiana and Mississippi Coastal Waters

NOAA · 6h ago

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Gulf Waters Off Florida and Mississippi Coastline

NOAA · 12h ago

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Louisiana and Mississippi Coastal Waters Through 7:00 AM CDT

NOAA · 12h ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for East Central Mississippi Through 1:00 AM

NOAA · 1d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 5

What is the population of Hernando, MS? ▼

Hernando, MS has a population of 191,301 people, located in DeSoto County, Mississippi.

What is the median household income in Hernando? ▼

The median household income in Hernando, MS is $85,297 per year. The poverty rate is 9.7%.

What is the median home value in Hernando? ▼

The median home value in Hernando, MS is $269,600. Median rent is $1,451/month.

What are the top health concerns in Hernando? ▼

The top health indicators in Hernando include High Blood Pressure (40%), Short Sleep Duration (37.7%), Obesity (37.3%). Data from CDC PLACES.

What is the median age in Hernando? ▼

The median age in Hernando, MS is 37.3 years. 29% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Hernando, MS is located in DeSoto County, Mississippi. With a population of 191K and a median household income of $85,297, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and short sleep duration. Safety alerts for the Hernando area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (DeSoto County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.