H
ernando today still offers small town living at its best. With
a population of about 9,500, the residential areas offer quiet
neighborhoods and housing to meet your style, from historic
to new customized construction. Hernando is experiencing a growth
rate of approximately one family per day. The DeSoto County
school system ranks second largest in the state. Antique shops
in Hernando delight casual shoppers and collectors. A country
club offers a challenging 18-hole golf course and the Kudzu
Playhouse has won international acclaim for its community theater
productions. Boating, camping, fishing and hunting are readily
available in nearby areas. The Courthouse square remains the
historically beautiful highlight of Hernando.