Hernando Population 2026
Hernando has a population of 15,503, making it the #3007 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Mississippi. It is about 568× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
15,503
Rank in United States
#3007
Coordinates
34.82°N, 89.99°W
~116 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,237 km
768 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Mississippi
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Jackson | 153,701 | #177 |
| Gulfport | 71,856 | #531 |
| West Gulfport | 71,329 | #536 |
| Southaven | 52,589 | #813 |
| Hattiesburg | 46,805 | #945 |
| Biloxi | 45,637 | #964 |
| Meridian | 39,661 | #1125 |
| Olive Branch | 36,010 | #1261 |
Cities near Hernando
- Horn Lake26,915 people · ~15 km away
- Southaven52,589 people · ~18 km away
- Olive Branch36,010 people · ~21 km away
- Germantown39,240 people · ~34 km away
- Memphis633,104 people · ~37 km away
- Collierville48,863 people · ~39 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Hernando?
Hernando has a population of 15,503 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #3007 biggest city in United States.
What state is Hernando in?
Hernando is located in Mississippi, United States.
Is Hernando the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,237 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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