Hernando, MS
Full City Profile · Mississippi · DeSoto County County
Hernando, MS
At a Glance
How Hernando Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Hernando's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Hernando a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Hernando residents earn a median household income of $71,451 , which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $38,060. The unemployment rate stands at 2.5% (31% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 9.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 3,754 business establishments, including 415 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Hernando is $282,200 , 0% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $344,819. Median rent is $1,163/month, with 30.9% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 87.0 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 2000.
Safety & Crime
Hernando reports 92 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 76% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 479/100K.
Education
35.9% of adults in Hernando hold a bachelor's degree or higher (7% above the national average). 87.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Hernando has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 47.