Hernando is a city in Mississippi with about 17,580 residents. Hernando was founded in 1839 and sits in DeSoto County. The median age is 38.9 and the median household income is $71,451. Homes carry a median value of $282,200, and about 81% of residents own where they live. White residents make up the largest share of the population (74.9%). Around 36% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and the typical commute runs about 27 minutes.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (5-year).
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Common questions
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What is the population of Hernando, Mississippi?
Hernando has a population of about 17,580, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (5-year).
What is the average home value in Hernando?
The median home value in Hernando is $282,200, and the median gross rent is $1,163/month (U.S. Census ACS).
Is Hernando safe? What is the crime rate?
Hernando Police Department reported a violent-crime rate of about 70 per 100,000 residents in 2023 — lower than the U.S. rate of 386. Source: FBI UCR/NIBRS.
What natural-disaster risks does Hernando face?
FEMA's National Risk Index rates DeSoto County as "Relatively Moderate" overall, with top hazards including cold wave, lightning, tornado.
How many schools are in Hernando?
Hernando has 7 public schools (3 elementary, 2 middle, 1 high). Source: U.S. Dept. of Education, NCES.
How many registered sex offenders are in Hernando?
Public registry data lists 4 registered sex offenders in or near Hernando. This is neighborhood-safety information from the public state registry.