Hernando, MS

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
17,580 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
74.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
35.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$71,451 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
14.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$282,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$576 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,053 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
77.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

DeSoto County
2
Memphis Metro Area
7
Mississippi
2

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

DeSoto County
5
Memphis Metro Area
7
Mississippi
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 1 39
Feb 5 1 43
Mar 5 0 52
Apr 5 0 61
May 5 0 70
Jun 4 0 77
Jul 4 0 80
Aug 2 0 80
Sep 2 0 73
Oct 4 0 62
Nov 5 0 52
Dec 5 0 42

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 30% of residents leaning left and 67% leaning right.

Liberal (30%) (68%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 68%
Hillary Clinton 29%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, MS State Senate District 1, MS State House District 28, MS
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Schools

Hernando Hills Elementary
1 miles, E • 4.6 star
Hernando Middle School
1 miles, S • 4.1 star
Hernando Elem
2 miles, S
Hernando High School
2 miles, S • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Delta Technical College
7 miles, N • 1.4 star
Remington College-Memphis Campus
15 miles, NE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Baptist Memorial Hospital Desoto
8 miles, N • 1.4 star
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Airports

Memphis International Airport
13 miles, NE • 2.8 star
Golden Triangle Regional Airport
126 miles, S • 1 star
Cape Girardeau Regional Airport
166 miles, NE • 1 star
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