Southaven, Mississippi
Southaven: The most populous city in DeSoto County, Mississippi.
About
Southaven is a city located in the county of De Soto in the U.S. state of Mississippi. Its population at the 2010 census was 48,982 and a population density of 455 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 56,644 inhabitants.
The city was created 46 years ago in 1980.
Southaven is a city in DeSoto County, Mississippi, United States. It is a principal city in Greater Memphis. The 2010 census reported a population of 48,982, making Southaven the third-largest city in Mississippi and the second most populous suburb of Memphis.
The city's name comes from two sources: Southaven is part of the Southaven–DeSoto urban area, which is anchored by the city of Southaven; and it is located within DeSoto County.
The city of Southaven was founded in 1958 by Robert W. Taylor and his wife, Sandra. The Taylors were originally from Mississippi and moved to the Memphis area after falling in love with the area during a vacation to nearby Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.
The Taylors purchased several hundred acres of land from the estate of the late Colonel A.B.C. Wharton, who had been a successful cotton farmer and cattleman prior to his death in 1955 at age 92. The Taylors settled in Southaven because they felt it was an ideal location for their plans to build a new community that welcomed people from all backgrounds and economic levels.
Southaven is located about 16 miles south of downtown Memphis and 30 miles north of downtown Jackson. It is bordered on its west side by the Mississippi River and on its east side by the Wolf River Harbor. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 107.6 km² (41.7 mi²), of which, 106.1 km² (40.4 mi²) of it is land and 1.5 km² (0.6 mi²) of it (1.44%) is water.
Southaven is part of the Memphis metropolitan area. Its population was 55,026 at the 2020 census.
Quick Facts about Southaven
| Population | 56,644 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Mississippi (United States) |
| County | De Soto County |
| Different from | Southaven, Tennessee |
| Postal code | 38671–38672 |
| Phone Area Codes | 662 |
| Area | 107.56 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 34.9890,-90.0126 |
| Altitude | 308 feet / 94 meters |
| Establishment | April 15, 1980 (46 years ago) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone |
| Local time | 12:56:41 (15th April 2026) |
| Density | 527 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 13.53% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 85℉ Mostly Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Southaven is located at 34°59'20"N 90°0'45"W (34.9889800, -90.0125900).
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Weather
Mostly sunny, with a high near 85. South southwest wind around 15 mph.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Southaven increased by 13.53% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 48,982 | - | census |
| 2011 | 49,756 | 1.56% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 50,407 | 1.29% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 50,977 | 1.12% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 51,740 | 1.47% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 52,529 | 1.5% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 53,200 | 1.26% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 54,155 | 1.76% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 54,979 | 1.5% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 55,780 | 1.44% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 56,644 | 1.53% | estimation process |
People born in Southaven (3)
People born in Southaven, including musician Cory Branan, artist Anthony Sims, ice hockey player Reagan Rust, .
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Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Southaven, MS. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 487588 | Concorde Career College-Southaven | Southaven (MS) | 38671 |
| 447023 | Delta Technical College | Horn Lake (MS) | 38637 |
| 412599 | Remington College-Memphis Campus | Memphis (TN) | 38132 |
| 481225 | Mid-South Christian College | Memphis (TN) | 38118-3151 |
| 443766 | Strayer University-Tennessee | Memphis (TN) | 38118 |
Nearby Transit Stations (1)
Rail and bus stations connected to Southaven, MS. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| MEM | Central Station | Central Station | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Southaven.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Southaven Post Office | Southaven (MS) | 38671 |
| Horn Lak Post Office | Horn Lake (MS) | 38637 |
| Memphis Airpor Post Office | Memphis (TN) | 38130 |
| Mallory Post Office | Memphis (TN) | 38109 |
| Whitehaven Post Office | Memphis (TN) | 38116 |
Other cities in De Soto County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in De Soto County , MS.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Olive Branch | 39,646 | A city in DeSoto County, Mississippi. |
| Horn Lake | 27,282 | City in De Soto County, Mississippi, United States |
| Hernando | 16,854 | City in Mississippi |
| Walls | 1,441 | Town in Mississippi |
Distance to Other Cities
Southaven distances to largest Mississippi cities