Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.70 |
| Below Poverty | 9.9% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 40.8% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 3.8% ▼ 23% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1,657 (1.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 31,500 (27.6%) |
| Some College | 14,988 (13.1%) |
| Associates | 19,333 (16.9%) |
| Bachelors | 13,254 (11.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 33,586 (29.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $83,782 ▲ 10% above avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $241,706 ▼ 13% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,418/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 73,114 |
| Vacant Units | 4,774 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
DeSoto County is located in Mississippi and encompasses 9 ZIP codes spanning 7 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 185,411 residents. With a median age of 36.93, it is a relatively young county.
DeSoto County has a middle-income economic profile. The median household income of $83,781 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 3.8%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 9.9% is near the national average.
Housing in DeSoto County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $241,706 — near the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,417. Homeownership rates are high at 77.7%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of DeSoto County are majority White (57.66%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 40.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
DeSoto County, MS is a middle-income area in Mississippi. The 9 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 38632 | Hernando | 30,824 | $90,277 | $287,100 | $1,203 | 2.7% | 47.5% |
| 38637 | Horn Lake | 26,622 | $56,847 | $158,900 | $1,293 | 6.7% | 32.1% |
| 38641 | Lake Cormorant | 2,102 | $85,882 | $217,500 | — | 2.2% | 36.4% |
| 38651 | Nesbit | 8,491 | $96,667 | $288,900 | $705 | 2.5% | 42.0% |
| 38654 | Olive Branch | 57,334 | $99,481 | $284,400 | $1,570 | 2.9% | 42.8% |
| 38671 | Southaven | 37,070 | $61,744 | $176,300 | $1,319 | 4.4% | 35.9% |
| 38672 | Southaven | 15,899 | $110,665 | $290,600 | $2,197 | 3.3% | 46.9% |
| 38680 | Walls | 7,069 | $68,567 | $192,900 | $1,206 | 4.4% | 38.8% |