DeSoto County's 2026 population is estimated at 199,691, reflecting a 0.97% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). DeSoto County is the 3rd largest county in Mississippi. The 2010 population was 161,797 and has grown 23.42% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 37.3 years
Female: 38.5 years
Male: 35.8 years
There are 143,411 adults, (25,739 of whom are seniors) in DeSoto County.
Female: 99,207 (51.9%)
Male: 92,094 (48.1%)
The racial composition of DeSoto County includes 57.19% White, 32.65% Black or African American, 3.34% other race, and smaller percentages for Asian, Native American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 109,406 | 57.19% |
| Black or African American | 62,459 | 32.65% |
| Two or more races | 10,011 | 5.23% |
| Other race | 6,384 | 3.34% |
| Asian | 2,575 | 1.35% |
| Native American | 466 | 0.24% |
DeSoto County 's average per capita income is $52,167. Household income levels show a median of $85,297. The poverty rate stands at 9.71%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $118,191 | $133,196 |
| Families | $99,516 | $115,474 |
| Households | $85,297 | $101,760 |
| Non Families | $44,628 | $58,405 |
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