District 3, Mississippi
District 3 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
District 3 is a geographic entity located in DeSoto County, Mississippi. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 36,778. The land area covers 102.76 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 36,778 | ±2,098 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 34.6 yrs | ±2.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 13,804 | ±713 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 15,110 | ±622 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 13,804 | ±713 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,306 | ±342 |
| Median Home Value | $181,500 | ±$8,439 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,356 | ±$38 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $60,714 | ±$4,077 |
| Per Capita Income | $29,081 | ±$2,436 |
| Poverty Rate | 19.3% | ±3.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 7,028 | ±1,222 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.3% | ±1.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 17,272 | ±1,189 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 91% | ±1.7% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 195,871 (2024)
ID: 168566
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: BOARD PRESIDENT
365 LOSHER ST, STE 300, HERNANDO MS 38632
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Memphis, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Memphis, TN | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | WEST MEMPHIS, AR | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Memphis, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Memphis, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Memphis, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Memphis, TN | |
| Special Education School Nearby | KG-12 | Memphis, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Memphis, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Memphis, TN |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Delta Technical College-Mississippi
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College Vocational | 9.0 mi away | 6530 Interstate Blvd., Horn Lake, MS, 38637 |
6622801443
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WALLS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 2.2 mi away | 7181 DELTA BLUFF PARKWAY, WALLS, MS, 38680 |
(662) 781-3664
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Concorde Career College-Southaven
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College | 9.9 mi away | 7900 Airways Blvd, Suite103, Southaven, MS, 38671 |
6624299909
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M. R. DYE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.7 mi away | 2885 GOODMAN ROAD, HORN LAKE, MS, 38637 |
(662) 393-5654
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Remington College-Memphis Campus
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College | 13.2 mi away | 2710 Nonconnah Blvd, Memphis, TN, 38132 |
9012914239
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HORSESHOE LAKE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 8.7 mi away | 3181 HORSESHOE CIRCLE, HORSESHOE LAKE, AR, 72438 |
(870) 339-3862
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Le Moyne-Owen College
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College | 14.3 mi away | 807 Walker Ave, Memphis, TN, 38126-6595 |
9014351000
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M. R. DAVIS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.3 mi away | 8554 NORTHWEST DRIVE, SOUTHAVEN, MS, 38671 |
(662) 342-0102
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Health-Tech Institute of Memphis
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College Vocational | 14.8 mi away | 3874 Viscount Avenue, Suite 1, Memphis, TN, 38118 |
9013104035
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LEVI BRANCH
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Library | 9.4 mi away | 3676 HWY 61 S., MEMPHIS, TN, 38109 |
(901) 415-2773
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at HERNANDO, MS US, located 12.4 miles from District 3. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 49.7° | 30.2° | 40.0° | 4.22" | 0.9" |
| February | 53.9° | 33.5° | 43.7° | 5.04" | 0.7" |
| March | 62.9° | 41.1° | 52.0° | 5.52" | 0.1" |
| April | 72.4° | 50.1° | 61.2° | 6.25" | 0.0" |
| May | 80.3° | 59.6° | 69.9° | 5.49" | 0.0" |
| June | 87.5° | 67.2° | 77.4° | 4.80" | 0.0" |
| July | 90.1° | 70.7° | 80.4° | 4.14" | 0.0" |
| August | 90.3° | 69.3° | 79.8° | 3.40" | 0.0" |
| September | 85.1° | 62.4° | 73.7° | 3.48" | 0.0" |
| October | 74.0° | 50.4° | 62.2° | 4.11" | 0.0" |
| November | 61.6° | 39.8° | 50.7° | 4.25" | 0.1" |
| December | 52.0° | 33.8° | 42.9° | 5.83" | 0.1" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walls town | Town | 0.9 mi | — |
| Lynchburg CDP | CDP | 3.2 mi | — |
| Lakeview CDP | CDP | 3.7 mi | — |
| Horn Lake city | City | 6.2 mi | — |
| Eudora CDP | CDP | 7.3 mi | — |
| Horseshoe Lake town | Town | 8.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2803391629. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.