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DeSoto County, located in the state of Mississippi, is known for its rich history and diverse cultural attractions. Visitors can explore the DeSoto County Museum, which showcases the region's heritage through its collection of artifacts and exhibits. The DeSoto County Civic Center is a popular venue for concerts, trade shows, and community events. Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy the scenic DeSoto County Greenways, which offers hiking and biking trails amidst beautiful natural surroundings. With its bustling local markets, vibrant arts scene, and numerous annual festivals, DeSoto County offers something for everyone, making it a must-visit destination in Mississippi.

DeSoto County (MS) Statistics

Number of cities/towns/villages5
Population185214
Area497 sq mi
Density373 /sq mi
Altitude377 ft
GDP$8.5 billion
Median Household Income$65545
Poverty rate11%
Unemployment rate6%
Educational Attainment (Bachelor's Degree or higher)24%
Crime rate2150 per 100000

Environmental risk in DeSoto County, MS

Overall riskRelatively Moderate
Expected Annual LossRelatively Moderate
Social VulnerabilityRelatively Low
Community ResilienceRelatively Moderate
Avalanche RiskNot Applicable
Coastal Flooding RiskNot Applicable
Cold Wave RiskNo Rating
Drought RiskRelatively Low
Earthquake RiskRelatively Moderate
Hail RiskRelatively Low
Heat Wave RiskRelatively Moderate
Hurricane RiskVery Low
Ice Storm RiskRelatively Moderate
Landslide RiskRelatively Low
Lightning RiskRelatively Moderate
Riverine Flooding RiskRelatively Low
Strong Wind RiskRelatively Moderate
Tornado RiskRelatively High
Tsunami RiskNot Applicable
Volcanic Activity RiskNot Applicable
Wildfire RiskVery Low
Winter Weather RiskVery Low

Data obtained from the FEMA National Risk Index.

DeSoto County administration contact details

DeSoto County administration contact details
Address 365 Losher Street, Suite 200, Hernando, MS 38632
County seat Hernando
Phone number (662) 469-8000
Official website DeSoto County Official Website
County clerk Jay Slaughter
County permits office or building department contact details David Breland, [email protected]
County commissioner Michael Lee

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Find below the complete list of cities and towns in DeSoto County:

  • SOUTHAVEN

    Southaven is a City in DeSoto county with -30 000 inhabitants.

  • OLIVE BRANCH

    Olive Branch is a City in DeSoto county with -30 000 inhabitants.

  • HORN LAKE

    Horn Lake is a City in DeSoto county with -15 000 inhabitants.

  • HERNANDO

    Hernando is a City in DeSoto county with -10 000 inhabitants.

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