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55,882
TOTAL POPULATION
25,680
MALE POPULATION
30,202
FEMALE POPULATION
85.03
MALES / 100 FEMALES
117.61
FEMALES / 100 MALES
41.1
MEDIAN AGE
3.5
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.7
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$36,664
PER CAPITA INCOME
$101,329
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$81,736
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
4.7%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
95.3¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$13,180
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.39
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
30,618
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
68.3%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
7.8%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Desoto Zip Codes
Race in Desoto
The most populous races in Desoto are Black / African American (37,376 | 66.9%), Hispanic or Latino (10,345 | 18.5%), and White / Caucasian (9,981 | 17.9%).
Race | # Population | % Population |
Asian | 517 | 0.9% |
Black / African American | 37,376 | 66.9% |
Hawaiian / Pacific | 67 | 0.1% |
Hispanic or Latino | 10,345 | 18.5% |
Native / Alaskan | 62 | 0.1% |
White / Caucasian | 9,981 | 17.9% |
Two or more Races | 4,600 | 8.2% |
Some other Race | 3,279 | 5.9% |
Total | 55,882 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Desoto
The most populous ancestries reported in Desoto are Mexican (8,575 | 15.3%), American (1,968 | 3.5%), Subsaharan African (1,295 | 2.3%), English (1,259 | 2.2%), and German (1,197 | 2.1%), together accounting for 25.6% of all Desoto residents.
Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
African | 432 | 0.8% |
American | 1,968 | 3.5% |
Arab | 200 | 0.4% |
Argentinean | 465 | 0.8% |
Austrian | 14 | 0.0% |
Barbadian | 61 | 0.1% |
Belizean | 16 | 0.0% |
Bhutanese | 25 | 0.0% |
Blackfeet | 165 | 0.3% |
Brazilian | 28 | 0.1% |
British | 146 | 0.3% |
Burmese | 99 | 0.2% |
Canadian | 3 | 0.0% |
Central American | 735 | 1.3% |
Cherokee | 128 | 0.2% |
Chickasaw | 47 | 0.1% |
Choctaw | 57 | 0.1% |
Colombian | 74 | 0.1% |
Comanche | 53 | 0.1% |
Cuban | 89 | 0.2% |
Czech | 239 | 0.4% |
Danish | 105 | 0.2% |
Dominican | 45 | 0.1% |
Dutch | 104 | 0.2% |
English | 1,259 | 2.2% |
European | 66 | 0.1% |
Fijian | 22 | 0.0% |
French | 166 | 0.3% |
French Canadian | 60 | 0.1% |
German | 1,197 | 2.1% |
Ghanaian | 106 | 0.2% |
Guatemalan | 67 | 0.1% |
Guyanese | 19 | 0.0% |
Honduran | 179 | 0.3% |
Hungarian | 27 | 0.1% |
Indian (Asian) | 258 | 0.5% |
Iranian | 10 | 0.0% |
Irish | 926 | 1.7% |
Italian | 502 | 0.9% |
Jamaican | 202 | 0.4% |
Kenyan | 379 | 0.7% |
Korean | 35 | 0.1% |
Lithuanian | 16 | 0.0% |
Mexican | 8,575 | 15.3% |
Mexican American Indian | 57 | 0.1% |
Native Hawaiian | 38 | 0.1% |
Navajo | 80 | 0.1% |
Nigerian | 280 | 0.5% |
Norwegian | 75 | 0.1% |
Palestinian | 200 | 0.4% |
Panamanian | 21 | 0.0% |
Polish | 239 | 0.4% |
Portuguese | 17 | 0.0% |
Potawatomi | 12 | 0.0% |
Puerto Rican | 136 | 0.2% |
Russian | 27 | 0.1% |
Salvadoran | 468 | 0.8% |
Samoan | 71 | 0.1% |
Scotch-Irish | 176 | 0.3% |
Scottish | 89 | 0.2% |
Slovak | 22 | 0.0% |
South American | 539 | 1.0% |
Spaniard | 86 | 0.2% |
Spanish | 10 | 0.0% |
Sri Lankan | 204 | 0.4% |
Subsaharan African | 1,295 | 2.3% |
Swedish | 52 | 0.1% |
Thai | 19 | 0.0% |
Welsh | 118 | 0.2% |
West Indian | 36 | 0.1% |
Yugoslavian | 34 | 0.1% | View All 71 Rows |
Immigrants in Desoto
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Desoto came from Latin America (3,025 | 5.4%), Central America (2,271 | 4.1%), Mexico (2,004 | 3.6%), South America (513 | 0.9%), and Africa (485 | 0.9%), together accounting for 14.8% of all Desoto residents.
Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
Africa | 485 | 0.9% |
Argentina | 390 | 0.7% |
Asia | 420 | 0.7% |
Barbados | 83 | 0.2% |
Brazil | 17 | 0.0% |
Cameroon | 24 | 0.0% |
Canada | 1 | 0.0% |
Caribbean | 241 | 0.4% |
Central America | 2,271 | 4.1% |
China | 125 | 0.2% |
Colombia | 74 | 0.1% |
Cuba | 56 | 0.1% |
Czechoslovakia | 14 | 0.0% |
Dominican Republic | 45 | 0.1% |
Eastern Africa | 178 | 0.3% |
Eastern Asia | 190 | 0.3% |
Eastern Europe | 44 | 0.1% |
El Salvador | 116 | 0.2% |
Europe | 76 | 0.1% |
Germany | 7 | 0.0% |
Guatemala | 67 | 0.1% |
Guyana | 19 | 0.0% |
Honduras | 84 | 0.2% |
Iran | 10 | 0.0% |
Israel | 33 | 0.1% |
Jamaica | 57 | 0.1% |
Kenya | 178 | 0.3% |
Korea | 65 | 0.1% |
Latin America | 3,025 | 5.4% |
Malaysia | 20 | 0.0% |
Mexico | 2,004 | 3.6% |
Middle Africa | 34 | 0.1% |
Nigeria | 273 | 0.5% |
Northern Europe | 25 | 0.0% |
Philippines | 42 | 0.1% |
Russia | 30 | 0.1% |
Scotland | 13 | 0.0% |
South America | 513 | 0.9% |
South Central Asia | 10 | 0.0% |
South Eastern Asia | 171 | 0.3% |
Venezuela | 13 | 0.0% |
Vietnam | 109 | 0.2% |
Western Africa | 273 | 0.5% |
Western Asia | 33 | 0.1% |
Western Europe | 7 | 0.0% | View All 45 Rows |
Sex and Age in Desoto
Sex and Age in Desoto
The most populous age groups in Desoto are 15 to 19 Years (2,601 | 10.1%) for men and 50 to 54 Years (3,052 | 10.1%) for women.
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
Under 5 Years | 1,507 (5.9%) | 1,523 (5.0%) |
5 to 9 Years | 1,715 (6.7%) | 1,591 (5.3%) |
10 to 14 Years | 1,600 (6.2%) | 2,279 (7.5%) |
15 to 19 Years | 2,601 (10.1%) | 1,800 (6.0%) |
20 to 24 Years | 1,680 (6.5%) | 1,170 (3.9%) |
25 to 29 Years | 1,114 (4.3%) | 2,035 (6.7%) |
30 to 34 Years | 1,453 (5.7%) | 1,360 (4.5%) |
35 to 39 Years | 1,467 (5.7%) | 2,131 (7.1%) |
40 to 44 Years | 1,797 (7.0%) | 2,153 (7.1%) |
45 to 49 Years | 1,521 (5.9%) | 2,569 (8.5%) |
50 to 54 Years | 2,079 (8.1%) | 3,052 (10.1%) |
55 to 59 Years | 2,182 (8.5%) | 2,079 (6.9%) |
60 to 64 Years | 1,358 (5.3%) | 1,576 (5.2%) |
65 to 69 Years | 1,299 (5.1%) | 1,589 (5.3%) |
70 to 74 Years | 975 (3.8%) | 1,442 (4.8%) |
75 to 79 Years | 696 (2.7%) | 792 (2.6%) |
80 to 84 Years | 404 (1.6%) | 502 (1.7%) |
85 Years and over | 232 (0.9%) | 559 (1.8%) |
Total | 25,680 (100.0%) | 30,202 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Desoto
Median Family Size in Desoto
The median family size in Desoto is 3.49 persons per family, with single male/father families (987 | 7.4%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.75 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (8,705 | 65.0%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.46 persons per family.
Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
Married-Couple | 8,705 (65.0%) | 3.46 |
Single Male/Father | 987 (7.4%) | 3.75 |
Single Female/Mother | 3,693 (27.6%) | 3.47 |
Total Families | 13,385 (100.0%) | 3.49 |
Median Household Size in Desoto
The median household size in Desoto is 2.71 persons per household, with single male/father households (987 | 4.8%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.94 persons per household. non-family households (6,993 | 34.3%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.11 persons per household.
Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
Married-Couple | 8,705 (42.7%) | 3.48 |
Single Male/Father | 987 (4.8%) | 3.94 |
Single Female/Mother | 3,693 (18.1%) | 3.60 |
Non-family | 6,993 (34.3%) | 1.11 |
Total Households | 20,378 (100.0%) | 2.71 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Desoto
Out of a total of 20,378 households in Desoto, 13,385 (65.7%) are family households, while 6,993 (34.3%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 5,055, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 6,460.
Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
1-Person Households | - | 6,460 (31.7%) |
2-Person Households | 5,055 (24.8%) | 366 (1.8%) |
3-Person Households | 3,408 (16.7%) | 98 (0.5%) |
4-Person Households | 2,842 (14.0%) | 69 (0.3%) |
5-Person Households | 1,182 (5.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
6-Person Households | 522 (2.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
7+ Person Households | 376 (1.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 13,385 (65.7%) | 6,993 (34.3%) |
Female Fertility in Desoto
Fertility by Age in Desoto
Average fertility rate in Desoto is 39.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 82.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 69.0% of all women with births.
Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
20 to 34 years | 374 (69.0%) | 82.0 |
35 to 50 years | 168 (31.0%) | 22.0 |
Total | 542 (100.0%) | 39.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Desoto
76.0% of women with births (542) in Desoto are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 34.8% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
20 to 34 years | 244 (65.2%) | 130 (34.8%) |
35 to 50 years | 168 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 412 (76.0%) | 130 (24.0%) |
Fertility by Education in Desoto
Average fertility rate in Desoto is 39.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of graduate degree have the highest fertility rate of 89.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of less than high school have the lowest fertility at 6.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of graduate degree represent 34.3% of all women with births.
Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
Less than High School | 12 (2.2%) | 6.0 |
High School Diploma | 108 (19.9%) | 42.0 |
College or Associate's Degree | 108 (19.9%) | 21.0 |
Bachelor's Degree | 128 (23.6%) | 63.0 |
Graduate Degree | 186 (34.3%) | 89.0 |
Total | 542 (100.0%) | 39.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Desoto
24.0% of women with births in Desoto are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of graduate degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 12 (100.0%) |
High School Diploma | 66 (61.1%) | 42 (38.9%) |
College or Associate's Degree | 46 (42.6%) | 62 (57.4%) |
Bachelor's Degree | 114 (89.1%) | 14 (10.9%) |
Graduate Degree | 186 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 412 (76.0%) | 130 (24.0%) |
Income in Desoto
Income Overview in Desoto
Per Capita Income in Desoto is $36,664, while median incomes of families and households are $101,329 and $81,736 respectively.
Characteristic | Number | Measure |
Per Capita Income | 55,882 | $36,664 |
Median Family Income | 13,385 | $101,329 |
Mean Family Income | 13,385 | $113,431 |
Median Household Income | 20,378 | $81,736 |
Mean Household Income | 20,378 | $96,654 |
Income Deficit | 13,385 | $13,180 |
Wage / Income Gap (%) | 55,882 | 4.72% |
Wage / Income Gap ($) | 55,882 | 95.28¢ per $1 |
Gini / Inequality Index | 55,882 | 0.39 |
Earnings by Sex in Desoto
Average Earnings in Desoto are $47,748, $49,292 for men and $46,966 for women, a difference of 4.7%.
Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
Male | 14,545 (47.3%) | $49,292 |
Female | 16,177 (52.7%) | $46,966 |
Total | 30,722 (100.0%) | $47,748 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Desoto
The most common earnings brackets in Desoto are $65,000 to $74,999 for men (2,050 | 14.1%) and $75,000 to $99,999 for women (1,979 | 12.2%).
Income | Male | Female |
$2,499 or less | 1,379 (9.5%) | 608 (3.8%) |
$2,500 to $4,999 | 304 (2.1%) | 572 (3.5%) |
$5,000 to $7,499 | 594 (4.1%) | 309 (1.9%) |
$7,500 to $9,999 | 156 (1.1%) | 397 (2.5%) |
$10,000 to $12,499 | 277 (1.9%) | 279 (1.7%) |
$12,500 to $14,999 | 565 (3.9%) | 283 (1.8%) |
$15,000 to $17,499 | 216 (1.5%) | 315 (1.9%) |
$17,500 to $19,999 | 168 (1.2%) | 567 (3.5%) |
$20,000 to $22,499 | 183 (1.3%) | 508 (3.1%) |
$22,500 to $24,999 | 417 (2.9%) | 357 (2.2%) |
$25,000 to $29,999 | 465 (3.2%) | 923 (5.7%) |
$30,000 to $34,999 | 736 (5.1%) | 773 (4.8%) |
$35,000 to $39,999 | 384 (2.6%) | 807 (5.0%) |
$40,000 to $44,999 | 619 (4.3%) | 917 (5.7%) |
$45,000 to $49,999 | 888 (6.1%) | 1,030 (6.4%) |
$50,000 to $54,999 | 740 (5.1%) | 787 (4.9%) |
$55,000 to $64,999 | 1,166 (8.0%) | 1,472 (9.1%) |
$65,000 to $74,999 | 2,050 (14.1%) | 1,941 (12.0%) |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 1,393 (9.6%) | 1,979 (12.2%) |
$100,000+ | 1,845 (12.7%) | 1,353 (8.4%) |
Total | 14,545 (100.0%) | 16,177 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Desoto
Average earnings in Desoto are $56,464 for men and $50,710 for women, a difference of 10.2%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $68,549, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $44,016. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $68,155, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $26,314.
Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
Less than High School | $44,016 | $26,314 |
High School Diploma | $49,630 | $38,208 |
College or Associate's Degree | $58,095 | $47,462 |
Bachelor's Degree | $59,625 | $57,864 |
Graduate Degree | $68,549 | $68,155 |
Total | $56,464 | $50,710 |
Family Income in Desoto
Family Income Brackets in Desoto
According to the Desoto family income data, there are 3,360 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 25.1% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 80 families (0.6%) belonging to this category.
Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
Less than $10,000 | 402 | 3.0% |
$10,000 to $14,999 | 80 | 0.6% |
$15,000 to $24,999 | 468 | 3.5% |
$25,000 to $34,999 | 455 | 3.4% |
$35,000 to $49,999 | 964 | 7.2% |
$50,000 to $74,999 | 1,994 | 14.9% |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 2,209 | 16.5% |
$100,000 to $149,999 | 3,360 | 25.1% |
$150,000 to $199,999 | 2,195 | 16.4% |
$200,000+ | 1,272 | 9.5% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Desoto
7+ person families (291 | 2.2%) account for the highest median family income in Desoto with $159,428 per family, while 2-person families (5,150 | 38.5%) have the highest median income of $43,800 per family member.
Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
2-Person Families | 5,150 (38.5%) | $87,600 |
3-Person Families | 3,544 (26.5%) | $117,815 |
4-Person Families | 2,819 (21.1%) | $108,644 |
5-Person Families | 1,012 (7.6%) | $101,667 |
6-Person Families | 569 (4.3%) | $113,460 |
7+ Person Families | 291 (2.2%) | $159,428 |
Total | 13,385 (100.0%) | $101,329 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Desoto
The median family income in Desoto is $101,329, with families comprising 3+ earners (2,166) having the highest median family income of $126,810, while families with no earners (1,342) have the lowest median family income of $53,043, accounting for 16.2% and 10.0% of families, respectively.
Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
No Earners | 1,342 (10.0%) | $53,043 |
1 Earner | 4,014 (30.0%) | $70,545 |
2 Earners | 5,863 (43.8%) | $122,896 |
3+ Earners | 2,166 (16.2%) | $126,810 |
Total | 13,385 (100.0%) | $101,329 |
Household Income in Desoto
Household Income Brackets in Desoto
With 4,177 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Desoto, accounting for 20.5% of all households. In contrast, only 428 households (2.1%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
Less than $10,000 | 937 | 4.6% |
$10,000 to $14,999 | 428 | 2.1% |
$15,000 to $24,999 | 1,100 | 5.4% |
$25,000 to $34,999 | 1,019 | 5.0% |
$35,000 to $49,999 | 1,875 | 9.2% |
$50,000 to $74,999 | 4,035 | 19.8% |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 3,077 | 15.1% |
$100,000 to $149,999 | 4,177 | 20.5% |
$150,000 to $199,999 | 2,364 | 11.6% |
$200,000+ | 1,365 | 6.7% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Desoto
The median household income in Desoto is $81,736, with the highest median household income of $94,054 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 9,899 households (48.6%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 120 households (0.6%) in this group.
Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
15 to 24 Years | 120 (0.6%) | $0 |
25 to 44 Years | 5,366 (26.3%) | $78,697 |
45 to 64 Years | 9,899 (48.6%) | $94,054 |
65+ Years | 4,993 (24.5%) | $62,397 |
Total | 20,378 (100.0%) | $81,736 |
Poverty in Desoto
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Desoto
With 8.3% poverty level for males and 8.2% for females among the residents of Desoto, under 5 year old males and under 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 286 males (20.7%) and 235 females (16.2%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
Under 5 Years | 286 (20.7%) | 235 (16.2%) |
5 Years | 40 (8.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
6 to 11 Years | 261 (12.7%) | 265 (10.1%) |
12 to 14 Years | 39 (5.4%) | 13 (1.3%) |
15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 62 (8.7%) |
16 and 17 Years | 161 (13.4%) | 76 (14.3%) |
18 to 24 Years | 223 (7.5%) | 108 (6.2%) |
25 to 34 Years | 54 (2.1%) | 212 (6.2%) |
35 to 44 Years | 374 (11.5%) | 372 (8.7%) |
45 to 54 Years | 239 (6.7%) | 240 (4.3%) |
55 to 64 Years | 111 (3.2%) | 210 (5.8%) |
65 to 74 Years | 164 (7.4%) | 435 (14.8%) |
75 Years and over | 131 (10.9%) | 202 (11.8%) |
Total | 2,083 (8.3%) | 2,430 (8.2%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Desoto
According to the poverty statistics in Desoto, males aged 15 years and females aged 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
Under 5 Years | 1,096 (79.3%) | 1,215 (83.8%) |
5 Years | 430 (91.5%) | 202 (100.0%) |
6 to 11 Years | 1,791 (87.3%) | 2,350 (89.9%) |
12 to 14 Years | 680 (94.6%) | 997 (98.7%) |
15 Years | 129 (100.0%) | 648 (91.3%) |
16 and 17 Years | 1,038 (86.6%) | 457 (85.7%) |
18 to 24 Years | 2,730 (92.4%) | 1,619 (93.8%) |
25 to 34 Years | 2,501 (97.9%) | 3,183 (93.8%) |
35 to 44 Years | 2,885 (88.5%) | 3,912 (91.3%) |
45 to 54 Years | 3,349 (93.3%) | 5,377 (95.7%) |
55 to 64 Years | 3,392 (96.8%) | 3,408 (94.2%) |
65 to 74 Years | 2,065 (92.6%) | 2,496 (85.2%) |
75 Years and over | 1,072 (89.1%) | 1,511 (88.2%) |
Total | 23,158 (91.7%) | 27,375 (91.8%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Desoto
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Desoto show that 2.8% or 243 of the total 8,705 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 5.2%, comprising of 180 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
No Children | 4,583 (98.6%) | 63 (1.4%) |
1 or 2 Children | 3,272 (94.8%) | 180 (5.2%) |
3 or 4 Children | 571 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5 or more Children | 36 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 8,462 (97.2%) | 243 (2.8%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Desoto
According to the poverty data in Desoto, 16.9% or 167 single-father households and 10.7% or 394 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 78 households (20.3%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 109 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
No Children | 70 (15.3%) | 115 (6.4%) |
1 or 2 Children | 78 (20.3%) | 146 (9.1%) |
3 or 4 Children | 19 (13.2%) | 24 (14.0%) |
5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 109 (100.0%) |
Total | 167 (16.9%) | 394 (10.7%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Desoto
The poverty data for Desoto shows that 243 of the married-couple family households (2.8%) and 561 of the single-parent households (12.0%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 180 households (5.2%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 109 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
No Children | 63 (1.4%) | 185 (8.2%) |
1 or 2 Children | 180 (5.2%) | 224 (11.3%) |
3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 43 (13.6%) |
5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 109 (100.0%) |
Total | 243 (2.8%) | 561 (12.0%) |
Employment Characteristics in Desoto
Employment by Class of Employer in Desoto
Among the 27,474 employed individuals in Desoto, private company employees (17,649 | 64.2%), local government employees (3,556 | 12.9%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (1,563 | 5.7%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
Private Company Employees | 17,649 | 64.2% |
Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 811 | 2.9% |
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 1,563 | 5.7% |
Not-for-profit Organizations | 1,360 | 5.0% |
Local Government Employees | 3,556 | 12.9% |
State Government Employees | 950 | 3.5% |
Federal Government Employees | 1,543 | 5.6% |
Unpaid Family Workers | 42 | 0.2% |
Total | 27,474 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Desoto
According to the labor force statistics for Desoto, out of the total population over 16 years of age (44,828), 68.3% or 30,618 individuals are in the labor force, with 7.8% or 2,388 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 45 to 54 years, with 90.0% or 8,299 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 31.9% or 485 of them being unemployed.
Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
16 to 19 Years | 1,521 (42.7%) | 485 (31.9%) |
20 to 24 Years | 2,385 (83.7%) | 398 (16.7%) |
25 to 29 Years | 2,248 (71.4%) | 58 (2.6%) |
30 to 34 Years | 2,377 (84.5%) | 214 (9.0%) |
35 to 44 Years | 6,786 (89.9%) | 353 (5.2%) |
45 to 54 Years | 8,299 (90.0%) | 589 (7.1%) |
55 to 59 Years | 3,315 (77.8%) | 60 (1.8%) |
60 to 64 Years | 1,945 (66.3%) | 101 (5.2%) |
65 to 74 Years | 1,454 (27.4%) | 105 (7.2%) |
75 Years and over | 283 (8.9%) | 8 (2.8%) |
Total | 30,618 (68.3%) | 2,388 (7.8%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Desoto
According to labor force statistics for Desoto, 83.4% of individuals (24,958) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (29,926) are in the labor force, with 5.5% or 1,373 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 91.0% or 8,207 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 9.1% or 508 of them being unemployed.
Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
Less than High School | 1,518 (69.3%) | 55 (2.5%) |
High School Diploma | 5,577 (77.4%) | 656 (9.1%) |
College / Associate Degree | 9,659 (83.9%) | 656 (5.7%) |
Bachelor's Degree or higher | 8,207 (91.0%) | 307 (3.4%) |
Total | 24,958 (83.4%) | 1,646 (5.5%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Desoto
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Desoto are Community & Social Service (3,584 | 12.7%), Management (2,654 | 9.4%), Education Instruction & Library (2,182 | 7.7%), Business & Financial (2,023 | 7.2%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (1,489 | 5.3%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Desoto, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (84.2%), Computers, Engineering & Science (59.1%), and Computers & Mathematics (58.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), Education Instruction & Library (79.0%), and Health Technologists (74.2%).
Occupation | Male | Female |
Management | 1,110 (41.8%) | 1,544 (58.2%) |
Business & Financial | 545 (26.9%) | 1,478 (73.1%) |
Computers, Engineering & Science | 880 (59.1%) | 609 (40.9%) |
Computers & Mathematics | 694 (58.9%) | 485 (41.1%) |
Architecture & Engineering | 186 (84.2%) | 35 (15.8%) |
Life, Physical & Social Science | 0 (0.0%) | 89 (100.0%) |
Community & Social Service | 978 (27.3%) | 2,606 (72.7%) |
Education, Arts & Media | 210 (36.7%) | 362 (63.3%) |
Legal Services & Support | 116 (32.7%) | 239 (67.3%) |
Education Instruction & Library | 459 (21.0%) | 1,723 (79.0%) |
Arts, Media & Entertainment | 193 (40.6%) | 282 (59.4%) |
Health Diagnosing & Treating | 304 (26.1%) | 860 (73.9%) |
Health Technologists | 193 (25.8%) | 555 (74.2%) |
Total (Category) | 3,817 (35.0%) | 7,097 (65.0%) |
Total (Overall) | 13,311 (47.1%) | 14,923 (52.8%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Desoto are Cleaning & Maintenance (893 | 3.2%), Personal Care & Service (740 | 2.6%), Security & Protection (739 | 2.6%), Food Preparation & Serving (629 | 2.2%), and Healthcare Support (611 | 2.2%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Desoto, the most male-oriented occupations are Cleaning & Maintenance (77.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (67.8%), and Food Preparation & Serving (64.4%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (99.2%), Law Enforcement (50.4%), and Personal Care & Service (43.6%).
Occupation | Male | Female |
Healthcare Support | 5 (0.8%) | 606 (99.2%) |
Security & Protection | 439 (59.4%) | 300 (40.6%) |
Firefighting & Prevention | 270 (67.8%) | 128 (32.2%) |
Law Enforcement | 169 (49.6%) | 172 (50.4%) |
Food Preparation & Serving | 405 (64.4%) | 224 (35.6%) |
Cleaning & Maintenance | 688 (77.0%) | 205 (23.0%) |
Personal Care & Service | 417 (56.4%) | 323 (43.6%) |
Total (Category) | 1,954 (54.1%) | 1,658 (45.9%) |
Total (Overall) | 13,311 (47.1%) | 14,923 (52.8%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Desoto are Office & Administration (4,700 | 16.7%), and Sales & Related (3,015 | 10.7%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
Occupation | Male | Female |
Sales & Related | 1,569 (52.0%) | 1,446 (48.0%) |
Office & Administration | 1,185 (25.2%) | 3,515 (74.8%) |
Total (Category) | 2,754 (35.7%) | 4,961 (64.3%) |
Total (Overall) | 13,311 (47.1%) | 14,923 (52.8%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Desoto are Construction & Extraction (668 | 2.4%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (458 | 1.6%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (105 | 0.4%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
Occupation | Male | Female |
Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 105 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Construction & Extraction | 668 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 385 (84.1%) | 73 (15.9%) |
Total (Category) | 1,158 (94.1%) | 73 (5.9%) |
Total (Overall) | 13,311 (47.1%) | 14,923 (52.8%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Desoto are Transportation (1,761 | 6.2%), Material Moving (1,572 | 5.6%), and Production (1,429 | 5.1%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
Occupation | Male | Female |
Production | 932 (65.2%) | 497 (34.8%) |
Transportation | 1,655 (94.0%) | 106 (6.0%) |
Material Moving | 1,041 (66.2%) | 531 (33.8%) |
Total (Category) | 3,628 (76.2%) | 1,134 (23.8%) |
Total (Overall) | 13,311 (47.1%) | 14,923 (52.8%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Desoto
Employment Industries in Desoto
The major employment industries in Desoto include Retail Trade (4,524 | 16.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (3,465 | 12.3%), Educational Services (3,110 | 11.0%), Transportation & Warehousing (2,644 | 9.4%), and Public Administration (2,502 | 8.9%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Desoto
The Desoto industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Utilities (100.0%), and Construction (84.6%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Enterprise Management (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (78.3%), and Finance & Insurance (74.8%).
Industry | Male | Female |
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 110 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 37 (28.0%) | 95 (72.0%) |
Construction | 806 (84.6%) | 147 (15.4%) |
Manufacturing | 1,306 (58.4%) | 930 (41.6%) |
Wholesale Trade | 456 (73.4%) | 165 (26.6%) |
Retail Trade | 2,451 (54.2%) | 2,073 (45.8%) |
Transportation & Warehousing | 1,890 (71.5%) | 754 (28.5%) |
Utilities | 213 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Information | 224 (40.7%) | 326 (59.3%) |
Finance & Insurance | 421 (25.2%) | 1,252 (74.8%) |
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 137 (36.5%) | 238 (63.5%) |
Professional & Scientific | 756 (44.6%) | 938 (55.4%) |
Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 30 (100.0%) |
Administrative & Support | 474 (64.2%) | 264 (35.8%) |
Educational Services | 956 (30.7%) | 2,154 (69.3%) |
Health Care & Social Assistance | 751 (21.7%) | 2,714 (78.3%) |
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 336 (64.5%) | 185 (35.5%) |
Accommodation & Food Services | 517 (48.2%) | 556 (51.8%) |
Public Administration | 911 (36.4%) | 1,591 (63.6%) |
Total | 13,311 (47.1%) | 14,923 (52.8%) |
Education in Desoto
School Enrollment in Desoto
The most common levels of schooling among the 14,335 students in Desoto are high school (3,748 | 26.2%), middle school (3,084 | 21.5%), and elementary school (2,700 | 18.8%).
School Level | # Students | % Students |
Nursery / Preschool | 1,004 | 7.0% |
Kindergarten | 704 | 4.9% |
Elementary School | 2,700 | 18.8% |
Middle School | 3,084 | 21.5% |
High School | 3,748 | 26.2% |
College / Undergraduate | 2,422 | 16.9% |
Graduate / Professional | 673 | 4.7% |
Total | 14,335 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Desoto
Out of a total of 14,335 students who are enrolled in schools in Desoto, 1,921 (13.4%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 12,414 (86.6%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 393 (37.7% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 1,041 (97.7% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
3 to 4 Year Olds | 593 (74.5%) | 203 (25.5%) |
5 to 9 Year Old | 2,689 (85.8%) | 446 (14.2%) |
10 to 14 Year Olds | 3,419 (90.3%) | 369 (9.7%) |
15 to 17 Year Olds | 2,255 (90.3%) | 242 (9.7%) |
18 to 19 Year Olds | 1,323 (89.0%) | 164 (11.0%) |
20 to 24 Year Olds | 1,041 (97.7%) | 25 (2.4%) |
25 to 34 Year Olds | 448 (85.7%) | 75 (14.3%) |
35 Years and over | 650 (62.3%) | 393 (37.7%) |
Total | 12,414 (86.6%) | 1,921 (13.4%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Desoto
Business (3,763 | 30.3%), education (1,879 | 15.1%), science & technology (1,180 | 9.5%), arts & humanities (958 | 7.7%), and social sciences (648 | 5.2%) are the most common fields of study among 12,411 individuals in Desoto who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
Computers & Mathematics | 627 | 5.1% |
Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 543 | 4.4% |
Physical & Health Sciences | 128 | 1.0% |
Psychology | 563 | 4.5% |
Social Sciences | 648 | 5.2% |
Engineering | 402 | 3.2% |
Multidisciplinary Studies | 115 | 0.9% |
Science & Technology | 1,180 | 9.5% |
Business | 3,763 | 30.3% |
Education | 1,879 | 15.1% |
Literature & Languages | 269 | 2.2% |
Liberal Arts & History | 573 | 4.6% |
Visual & Performing Arts | 311 | 2.5% |
Communications | 452 | 3.6% |
Arts & Humanities | 958 | 7.7% |
Total | 12,411 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Desoto
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Desoto
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Desoto are males with 2 vehicles (5,589, accounting for 42.6%) and females with 2 vehicles (5,238, making up 39.0%).
Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
No Vehicle | 96 (0.7%) | 134 (0.9%) |
1 Vehicle | 1,682 (12.8%) | 3,337 (23.3%) |
2 Vehicles | 5,589 (42.6%) | 5,238 (36.5%) |
3 Vehicles | 3,085 (23.5%) | 3,226 (22.5%) |
4 Vehicles | 1,888 (14.4%) | 1,593 (11.1%) |
5 or more Vehicles | 777 (5.9%) | 814 (5.7%) |
Total | 13,117 (100.0%) | 14,342 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Desoto
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Desoto are 30 to 34 minutes (3,872 commuters, 16.3%), 15 to 19 minutes (3,234 commuters, 13.6%), and 45 to 59 minutes (3,208 commuters, 13.5%).
Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
Less than 5 Minutes | 432 | 1.8% |
5 to 9 Minutes | 1,113 | 4.7% |
10 to 14 Minutes | 1,693 | 7.1% |
15 to 19 Minutes | 3,234 | 13.6% |
20 to 24 Minutes | 3,083 | 12.9% |
25 to 29 Minutes | 2,062 | 8.7% |
30 to 34 Minutes | 3,872 | 16.3% |
35 to 39 Minutes | 1,331 | 5.6% |
40 to 44 Minutes | 1,532 | 6.4% |
45 to 59 Minutes | 3,208 | 13.5% |
60 to 89 Minutes | 1,868 | 7.8% |
90 or more Minutes | 392 | 1.7% |
Commute Time by Sex in Desoto
The most common commute times in Desoto are 15 to 19 minutes (2,171 commuters, 17.9%) for males and 30 to 34 minutes (1,942 commuters, 16.6%) for females.
Commute Time | Male | Female |
Less than 5 Minutes | 157 (1.3%) | 275 (2.4%) |
5 to 9 Minutes | 443 (3.6%) | 670 (5.7%) |
10 to 14 Minutes | 1,130 (9.3%) | 563 (4.8%) |
15 to 19 Minutes | 2,171 (17.9%) | 1,063 (9.1%) |
20 to 24 Minutes | 1,546 (12.7%) | 1,537 (13.2%) |
25 to 29 Minutes | 1,067 (8.8%) | 995 (8.5%) |
30 to 34 Minutes | 1,930 (15.9%) | 1,942 (16.6%) |
35 to 39 Minutes | 715 (5.9%) | 616 (5.3%) |
40 to 44 Minutes | 601 (5.0%) | 931 (8.0%) |
45 to 59 Minutes | 1,354 (11.2%) | 1,854 (15.9%) |
60 to 89 Minutes | 930 (7.7%) | 938 (8.0%) |
90 or more Minutes | 103 (0.9%) | 289 (2.5%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Desoto
The most frequent times of departure to work in Desoto are 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM (1,485, 12.2%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (1,941, 16.6%) for females.
Time of Departure | Male | Female |
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 1,079 (8.9%) | 322 (2.8%) |
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 576 (4.7%) | 372 (3.2%) |
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 553 (4.5%) | 998 (8.6%) |
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 1,192 (9.8%) | 906 (7.8%) |
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 1,307 (10.8%) | 1,579 (13.5%) |
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 1,483 (12.2%) | 1,941 (16.6%) |
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 588 (4.8%) | 1,516 (13.0%) |
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 1,485 (12.2%) | 785 (6.7%) |
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 731 (6.0%) | 403 (3.5%) |
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 322 (2.6%) | 634 (5.4%) |
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 330 (2.7%) | 403 (3.5%) |
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 43 (0.4%) | 25 (0.2%) |
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 990 (8.2%) | 537 (4.6%) |
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 1,468 (12.1%) | 1,252 (10.7%) |
Total | 12,147 (100.0%) | 11,673 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Desoto
Occupancy by Ownership in Desoto
Of the total 20,378 dwellings in Desoto, owner-occupied units account for 14,287 (70.1%), while renter-occupied units make up 6,091 (29.9%).
Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
Owner Occupied Housing Units | 14,287 | 70.1% |
Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 6,091 | 29.9% |
Total Occupied Housing Units | 20,378 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Desoto
Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
1-Person Household | 6,460 | 31.7% |
2-Person Household | 5,421 | 26.6% |
3-Person Household | 3,506 | 17.2% |
4+ Person Household | 4,991 | 24.5% |
Total Housing Units | 20,378 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Desoto
Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
1-Person Household | 3,172 (49.1%) | 3,288 (50.9%) |
2-Person Household | 4,445 (82.0%) | 976 (18.0%) |
3-Person Household | 2,770 (79.0%) | 736 (21.0%) |
4+ Person Household | 3,900 (78.1%) | 1,091 (21.9%) |
Total Housing Units | 14,287 (70.1%) | 6,091 (29.9%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Desoto
Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
Less than High School | 893 (62.5%) | 536 (37.5%) |
High School Diploma | 2,165 (55.6%) | 1,728 (44.4%) |
College/Associate Degree | 5,393 (66.6%) | 2,701 (33.4%) |
Bachelor's Degree or higher | 5,836 (83.8%) | 1,126 (16.2%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Desoto
Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
Under 35 Years | 1,836 | 9.0% |
35 to 44 Years | 3,650 | 17.9% |
45 to 54 Years | 5,341 | 26.2% |
55 to 64 Years | 4,558 | 22.4% |
65 to 74 Years | 3,250 | 16.0% |
75 to 84 Years | 1,372 | 6.7% |
85 Years and Over | 371 | 1.8% |
Total | 20,378 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Desoto
Median Income by Occupancy in Desoto
Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
Owner-Occupied | 14,287 (70.1%) | $98,955 |
Renter-Occupied | 6,091 (29.9%) | $47,591 |
Average | 20,378 (100.0%) | $81,736 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Desoto
Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
Less than $5,000 | 222 (1.5%) | 213 (3.5%) |
$5,000 to $9,999 | 163 (1.1%) | 333 (5.5%) |
$10,000 to $14,999 | 177 (1.2%) | 250 (4.1%) |
$15,000 to $19,999 | 150 (1.1%) | 256 (4.2%) |
$20,000 to $24,999 | 295 (2.1%) | 404 (6.6%) |
$25,000 to $34,999 | 368 (2.6%) | 646 (10.6%) |
$35,000 to $49,999 | 866 (6.1%) | 1,010 (16.6%) |
$50,000 to $74,999 | 2,861 (20.0%) | 1,171 (19.2%) |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 2,197 (15.4%) | 888 (14.6%) |
$100,000 to $149,999 | 3,840 (26.9%) | 343 (5.6%) |
$150,000 or more | 3,148 (22.0%) | 577 (9.5%) |
Total | 14,287 (100.0%) | 6,091 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Desoto
Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
Less than $300 | 132 (0.9%) | 71 (1.2%) |
$300 to $499 | 683 (4.8%) | 172 (2.8%) |
$500 to $799 | 1,590 (11.1%) | 226 (3.7%) |
$800 to $999 | 1,237 (8.7%) | 223 (3.7%) |
$1,000 to $1,499 | 2,549 (17.8%) | 2,784 (45.7%) |
$1,500 to $1,999 | 3,259 (22.8%) | 1,304 (21.4%) |
$2,000 to $2,499 | 2,183 (15.3%) | 665 (10.9%) |
$2,500 to $2,999 | 1,620 (11.3%) | 423 (6.9%) |
$3,000 or more | 1,034 (7.2%) | 139 (2.3%) |
Total | 14,287 (100.0%) | 6,091 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Desoto
Housing Structures in Desoto
Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
Single Unit, Detached | 15,004 | 73.6% |
Single Unit, Attached | 625 | 3.1% |
2 Unit Apartments | 290 | 1.4% |
3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 717 | 3.5% |
5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 935 | 4.6% |
10 or more Apartments | 2,312 | 11.4% |
Mobile Home / Other | 495 | 2.4% |
Total | 20,378 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Desoto
Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
Single Unit, Detached | 13,392 (89.3%) | 1,612 (10.7%) |
Single Unit, Attached | 316 (50.6%) | 309 (49.4%) |
2 Unit Apartments | 107 (36.9%) | 183 (63.1%) |
3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 717 (100.0%) |
5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 12 (1.3%) | 923 (98.7%) |
10 or more Apartments | 49 (2.1%) | 2,263 (97.9%) |
Mobile Home / Other | 411 (83.0%) | 84 (17.0%) |
Total | 14,287 (70.1%) | 6,091 (29.9%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Desoto
Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
1 Room | 34 (0.2%) | 489 (8.0%) |
2 or 3 Rooms | 72 (0.5%) | 1,565 (25.7%) |
4 or 5 Rooms | 2,268 (15.9%) | 2,386 (39.2%) |
6 or 7 Rooms | 4,944 (34.6%) | 786 (12.9%) |
8 or more Rooms | 6,969 (48.8%) | 865 (14.2%) |
Total | 14,287 (100.0%) | 6,091 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Desoto
Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
Utility Gas | 7,492 (52.4%) | 595 (9.8%) |
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 220 (1.5%) | 66 (1.1%) |
Electricity | 6,473 (45.3%) | 5,387 (88.4%) |
Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
All other Fuels | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
No Fuel Used | 102 (0.7%) | 43 (0.7%) |
Total | 14,287 (100.0%) | 6,091 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Desoto
Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
No Vehicle | 147 (1.0%) | 556 (9.1%) |
1 Vehicle | 3,120 (21.8%) | 3,433 (56.4%) |
2 Vehicles | 5,777 (40.4%) | 1,473 (24.2%) |
3 or more Vehicles | 5,243 (36.7%) | 629 (10.3%) |
Total | 14,287 (100.0%) | 6,091 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Desoto
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Desoto
Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
Housing Units | 4,557 | 9,730 |
Median Property Value | $218,200 | $274,400 |
Median Household Income | $95,156 | $2,222 |
Monthly Housing Costs | $811 | $1,034 |
Real Estate Taxes | $3,738 | $530 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Desoto
Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
Less than $50,000 | 250 (5.5%) | 297 (3.0%) |
$50,000 to $99,999 | 371 (8.1%) | 221 (2.3%) |
$100,000 to $299,999 | 3,084 (67.7%) | 5,518 (56.7%) |
$300,000 to $499,999 | 806 (17.7%) | 3,170 (32.6%) |
$500,000 to $749,999 | 36 (0.8%) | 470 (4.8%) |
$750,000 to $999,999 | 10 (0.2%) | 54 (0.5%) |
$1,000,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 4,557 (100.0%) | 9,730 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Desoto
Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
Less than $10,000 | 96 (2.1%) | 38 (0.4%) |
$10,000 to $24,999 | 268 (5.9%) | 289 (3.0%) |
$25,000 to $34,999 | 254 (5.6%) | 354 (3.6%) |
$35,000 to $49,999 | 312 (6.9%) | 114 (1.2%) |
$50,000 to $74,999 | 658 (14.4%) | 554 (5.7%) |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 953 (20.9%) | 2,203 (22.6%) |
$100,000 to $149,999 | 1,090 (23.9%) | 1,244 (12.8%) |
$150,000 or more | 926 (20.3%) | 2,750 (28.3%) |
Total | 4,557 (100.0%) | 9,730 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Desoto
Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
Less than 2.0x | 1,899 (41.7%) | 101,358 (1,041.7%) |
2.0x to 2.9x | 1,057 (23.2%) | 2,683 (27.6%) |
3.0x to 3.9x | 611 (13.4%) | 2,976 (30.6%) |
4.0x or more | 990 (21.7%) | 1,391 (14.3%) |
Total | 4,557 (100.0%) | 9,730 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Desoto
Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
Less than $800 | 199 (4.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$800 to $1,499 | 286 (6.3%) | 243 (2.5%) |
$800 to $1,499 | 3,573 (78.4%) | 384 (4.0%) |
Total | 4,557 (100.0%) | 9,730 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Desoto
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Desoto
Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
Under 6 Years | 3,302 (89.2%) | 400 (10.8%) |
6 to 18 Years | 9,293 (89.1%) | 1,141 (10.9%) |
19 to 25 Years | 3,630 (87.2%) | 531 (12.8%) |
26 to 34 Years | 3,767 (73.6%) | 1,352 (26.4%) |
35 to 44 Years | 5,941 (78.8%) | 1,602 (21.2%) |
45 to 54 Years | 8,053 (87.5%) | 1,152 (12.5%) |
55 to 64 Years | 6,499 (91.3%) | 622 (8.7%) |
65 to 74 Years | 5,121 (99.2%) | 39 (0.8%) |
75 Years and older | 2,889 (99.1%) | 27 (0.9%) |
Total | 48,495 (87.6%) | 6,866 (12.4%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Desoto
Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
Native Born | 3,302 (89.2%) | 400 (10.8%) |
Foreign Born, Citizen | 9,293 (89.1%) | 1,141 (10.9%) |
Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 3,630 (87.2%) | 531 (12.8%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Desoto
Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
Under $25,000 | 3,918 (84.7%) | 707 (15.3%) |
$25,000 to $49,999 | 5,510 (85.4%) | 946 (14.6%) |
$50,000 to $74,999 | 7,280 (84.1%) | 1,375 (15.9%) |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 7,355 (88.3%) | 974 (11.7%) |
$100,000 and over | 24,392 (89.5%) | 2,849 (10.5%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Desoto
Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
Under 6 | 1,841 (49.7%) | 1,473 (39.8%) |
6 to 18 Years | 3,043 (29.2%) | 6,728 (64.5%) |
19 to 25 Years | 376 (9.0%) | 3,254 (78.2%) |
25 to 34 Years | 943 (18.4%) | 2,973 (58.1%) |
35 to 44 Years | 550 (7.3%) | 5,627 (74.6%) |
45 to 54 Years | 539 (5.9%) | 7,723 (83.9%) |
55 to 64 Years | 1,476 (20.7%) | 5,896 (82.8%) |
65 to 74 Years | 4,869 (94.4%) | 2,768 (53.6%) |
75 Years and over | 2,822 (96.8%) | 1,548 (53.1%) |
Total | 16,459 (29.7%) | 37,990 (68.6%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Desoto
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5 to 17 Years | 387 (8.3%) | 160 (3.1%) |
18 to 34 Years | 620 (11.3%) | 353 (6.9%) |
35 to 64 Years | 1,177 (11.4%) | 1,632 (12.1%) |
65 to 74 Years | 725 (32.5%) | 877 (29.9%) |
75 Years and over | 567 (47.1%) | 979 (57.2%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Desoto
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5 to 17 Years | 28 (0.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 39 (0.8%) |
35 to 64 Years | 145 (1.4%) | 216 (1.6%) |
65 to 74 Years | 246 (11.0%) | 110 (3.7%) |
75 Years and over | 280 (23.3%) | 136 (7.9%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5 to 17 Years | 87 (1.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 183 (3.6%) |
35 to 64 Years | 406 (3.9%) | 345 (2.5%) |
65 to 74 Years | 130 (5.8%) | 210 (7.2%) |
75 Years and over | 109 (9.1%) | 127 (7.4%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
5 to 17 Years | 328 (7.1%) | 112 (2.2%) |
18 to 34 Years | 505 (9.2%) | 72 (1.4%) |
35 to 64 Years | 337 (3.3%) | 438 (3.2%) |
65 to 74 Years | 225 (10.1%) | 141 (4.8%) |
75 Years and over | 46 (3.8%) | 356 (20.8%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
18 to 34 Years | 140 (2.5%) | 90 (1.8%) |
35 to 64 Years | 701 (6.8%) | 1,029 (7.6%) |
65 to 74 Years | 386 (17.3%) | 806 (27.5%) |
75 Years and over | 368 (30.6%) | 851 (49.7%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
18 to 34 Years | 2 (0.0%) | 76 (1.5%) |
35 to 64 Years | 65 (0.6%) | 333 (2.5%) |
65 to 74 Years | 157 (7.0%) | 208 (7.1%) |
75 Years and over | 66 (5.5%) | 436 (25.5%) |
Technology Access in Desoto
Computing Device Access in Desoto
Device Type | # Households | % Households |
Desktop or Laptop | 16,684 | 81.9% |
Smartphone | 18,988 | 93.2% |
Tablet | 14,175 | 69.6% |
No Computing Device | 557 | 2.7% |
Total | 20,378 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Desoto
Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
Dial-Up Internet | 27 | 0.1% |
Broadband Home | 15,910 | 78.1% |
Cellular Data Only | 2,203 | 10.8% |
Satellite Internet | 2,517 | 12.3% |
No Internet | 1,402 | 6.9% |
Total | 20,378 | 100.0% |
Desoto Summary
DeSoto, Texas is a city located in Dallas County, Texas, United States. It is a suburb of Dallas and part of the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex. The population was 49,047 at the 2010 census.
History
DeSoto was founded in 1847 by a group of settlers from Kentucky and Tennessee. The town was named after the Spanish explorer Hernando de Soto. The town was originally a farming community, but it began to grow rapidly in the 1950s and 1960s as the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex expanded.
Geography
DeSoto is located at 32°35'25" North, 96°51'17" West (32.590278, -96.854722). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 22.2 square miles (57.5 km2), of which 22.1 square miles (57.3 km2) is land and 0.1 square miles (0.2 km2) is water.
Economy
DeSoto is home to a variety of businesses, including retail stores, restaurants, and professional services. The city is also home to several large employers, including Walmart, Lowe's, and Home Depot.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, there were 49,047 people, 16,845 households, and 12,845 families residing in the city. The population density was 2,213.3 people per square mile (854.7/km2). There were 18,711 housing units at an average density of 845.2 per square mile (326.2/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 57.2% White, 28.3% African American, 0.6% Native American, 2.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 8.7% from other races, and 3.0% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 22.3% of the population.
In the city, the population was spread out, with 33.2% under the age of 18, 9.7% from 18 to 24, 30.2% from 25 to 44, 19.2% from 45 to 64, and 7.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 30 years. For every 100 females, there were 91.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 86.3 males.
The median income for a household in the city was $45,902, and the median income for a family was $51,822. Males had a median income of $36,945 versus $30,845 for females. The per capita income for the city was $20,945. About 8.7% of families and 11.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 15.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Desoto?
Total Population of Desoto is 55,882.
What is the Total Male Population of Desoto?
Total Male Population of Desoto is 25,680.
What is the Total Female Population of Desoto?
Total Female Population of Desoto is 30,202.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Desoto?
There are 85.03 Males per 100 Females in Desoto.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Desoto?
There are 117.61 Females per 100 Males in Desoto.
What is the Median Population Age in Desoto?
Median Population Age in Desoto is 41.1 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Desoto
Average Family Size in Desoto is 3.5 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Desoto
Average Household Size in Desoto is 2.7 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Desoto?
Per Capita income in Desoto is $36,664.
What is the Median Family Income in Desoto?
Median Family Income in Desoto is $101,329.
What is the Median Household income in Desoto?
Median Household Income in Desoto is $81,736.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Desoto?
Income or Wage Gap in Desoto is 4.7%.
Women in Desoto earn 95.3 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Desoto?
Family Income Deficit in Desoto is $13,180.
Families that are below poverty line in Desoto earn $13,180 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Desoto?
Inequality or Gini Index in Desoto is 0.39.
How Large is the Labor Force in Desoto?
There are 30,618 People in the Labor Forcein in Desoto.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Desoto?
68.3% of People are in the Labor Force in Desoto.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Desoto?
Unemployment Rate in Desoto is 7.8%.