Walthall County
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        • University of Southern Mississippi
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  • Historical Info
    • Genealogy Information >
      • Walthall County Library
      • MS Archives and History
    • Historic Courthouse & Jail
    • Railroad and Transportation Museum
    • China Grove Church
    • Founders Cemetery >
      • Regent's Introduction
      • The Restoration of Founders Cemetery
      • Restoration Video
      • Burials
      • Twilight Cemetery Tour
      • Donors >
        • Donation Letter
        • Donation Form
    • Gen. Edward Cary Walthall
    • Ruby Bridges
    • When my world was young...
    • Mississippi Archives and History
  • Events and Attractions
    • Calendar of Events
    • Outdoor Adventures & Activities >
      • Birdwatching
      • Canoeing, Kayaking, & Tubing
      • Hunting
      • Fishing in Walthall County >
        • Fishing Spots
        • How Weather Affects Fish Activity
        • Online Fishing License
        • FAQ - Fishing
      • Local Parks, Resorts, Lakes, and Rivers >
        • Bogue Chitto River
        • Canoe and Trail Outpost
        • Hidden Springs Resort
        • Holmes Water Park
        • Paradise Ranch and Resort
        • Walker's Bridge Water Park
        • Lake Walthall
      • Parks Near Walthall County >
        • Bogue Chitto State Park - 22 miles
      • Scenic Rivers Region >
        • Bogue Chitto Water Park - 10 miles
        • Homochitto National Forest and Lake Okhissa
    • Shopping and Dining
    • Annual Festivals, etc.. >
      • Dairy Fest
      • Christmas Bazaar and Wagon Rides
      • Country Christmas Festival Craft Show
      • South MS Boucherie
      • Town-wide Halloween Party
    • Christmas in the Park >
      • Walking Tour
      • Christmas Bazaar and Wagon Rides
      • Country Christmas Festival Craft Show
    • Parades >
      • Martin Luther King Parade
      • Easter Parade and Hunt
      • Christmas Parade
    • Southwest Events Center & RV Hookups
    • Tuesday's Farmers Market
    • Old Town Market
    • China Grove Methodist Church
    • Railroad and Transportation Museum
    • Walthall Barn Quilt Trail
  • Chamber of Commerce
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  • Economic Development
    • Available Land and Buildings >
      • 50,000 SF Facility
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      • Industrial Property - up to 55 acres
      • 31-Acre Site
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    • Industrial Incentives & Benefits >
      • HUBZone Program
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    • Find a Job
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    • Homestead Exemption
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Retirement never looked so good!

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If you're looking for convenient big-city access with affordable and quaint small-town charm, Walthall County may be just the place for you.  

Enjoy the charm and neighborliness of a small town with a short drive providing the energy and excitement of New Orleans, LA, Jackson, MS and Baton Rouge, LA.  All are within a 90-minute drive providing residents easy access to museums, municipal airports, and some of the best hospitals in the South.  Four-lane HWY 98 makes traveling to Hattiesburg, MS and accessing I-59 a pleasant and speedy route.  I-55 and McComb, MS is less than 20 minutes from Tylertown via four-lane Hwy 98.  

Improve your retirement finances by moving to Walthall County and live well for less.  

The state charges no income tax on certified retirement income like 401(k)s and IRAs, the cost of living is low and housing prices are some of the most affordable in the country. The warm weather is another big plus, with mild winters across the state and miles of Gulf Coast beaches on which to enjoy it. 

Low Housing Rates

Mississippi has one of the lowest per capita incomes of any state and home prices in the state are also among the lowest you will find in the United States, with the average home price of $152,900. These low rates are great news for retirees, as the state also has one of the lowest costs of living figures as well.  Housing prices are also far below the national average, 8.7% to be exact. Health care costs are an important issue for retirees, and Mississippi offers health care costs that are 11.1% less that national averages.

Low Tax Rates

Combine these figures with the states lucrative tax figures meant to attract retirees to the state and you have a win-win situation! There are no taxes on qualified retirement income, including Social Security benefits. There is a bonus exemption on property taxes for people 65 and over, and the state has one of the lowest income tax rates that vary from 3 to 5%. Prescription drugs, utilities, fuel, newspapers, health care services, and payments made by Medicare and Medicaid are all exempt from the state sales tax that is set at 7%. Mississippi is rated sixth in the country for lowest taxes for retirees by Kiplinger’s Personal Finance magazine, and number one in the Sun Belt . With rates so low, Mississippi retirees have found a great way of life in the state, with more money in their pockets for the fun things in life that they have waited so long to do.

Favorable Weather Temperatures 

Summers tend to be very humid, with temperatures averaging 80 degrees to 82 degrees. Because of the Gulf of Mexico on the southern coast of the state, this region tends to be warmer in the winter, with temperatures averaging 52 degrees for this area. Other parts of the state see temperatures of around 40 degrees during the winter. Precipitation in the state also varies according to area, with between 53 inches per year to 62 inches per year. Any time of the year is a fine time to enjoy the state. Weather in the state is one of the many reasons people choose to retire in the state.

Natural Beauty

From the rich pine forests to the beautiful rolling hills, Walthall County offers a pleasant view almost anywhere you look.  Magee's Creek was one of the first waterways accepted into the Scenic Streams program and is used as a standard for new streams, creeks, and rivers applying for the status.  The Bogue Chitto River flows through the county and offers fishing, tubing and canoeing opportunities.  Hunting is a popular sport, as well as simply viewing the beautiful wildlife throughout the area.

Birds Galore

Over 300 species of birds have been sighted in Walthall County.  Hang a feeder and be prepared of an exciting birding adventure in your own yard!!!  

Local Parks, Lakes, and Rivers

Holmes Water Park in Downtown Tylertown is a wonderful place to unwind with a shaded walk along the sandy banks of Magee's Creek and meander the parks's paved walking trail with quaint wooden bridges.  A day at Lake Walthall will likely result in a fine catch of a variety of fish.  No skiing is allowed and a courtesy pier and boat launch provide the opportunity to fully enjoy the peaceful setting.  The Bogue Chitto River is also a fun place to fish and a wonderful place to enjoy a relaxing and occasionally challenging canoe trip.   Many other parks are less than 30 miles from Walthall County.  More Info.

Nearby Homochitto National Forest and Okhissa Lake

Tucked inside the Homochitto National Forest, Okhissa Lake is an 1,100 acre clear spring feed lake and recreation area. World-renowned bass fisherman “Bill Dance” has sanctioned Okhissa Lake as his first “Bill Dance Signature Lake”, as he was involved in the fish habitat from the planning stage, and the lake is home to bass, bream, crappie and catfish. The lake is located in the rolling hills of Southwestern Mississippi and quietly tucked away in 189,000 acres of land managed for a multitude of activities.


  • Government
    • Town of Tylertown >
      • Tylertown Officials
      • Water, Sewer, and Public Works Department
      • Tylertown Fire Department
      • Tylertown Police Department
      • Municipal Court
      • Farmers Market
    • Walthall County >
      • Board of Supervisors >
        • District 1 - Larry Montgomery
        • District 2 - Ken Craft
        • District 3 - Doug Popwell
        • District 4 - Bruce Boyd
        • District 5 - Lloyd Bullock
        • Mississippi Association of Supervisors
      • Chancery Clerk >
        • Staff
        • 4th District Judges
      • Circuit Clerk >
        • Marriage License or Records
        • Voting Information
        • State Administrative Office
      • Coroner
      • District Attorney >
        • Assistant District Attorney
        • Forms and Information
        • Website
      • Emergency Manager >
        • Frequently Asked Questions
        • Emergency Plans
        • Mississippi Emergency Management
        • National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
      • Sheriff
      • Tax Assessor and Collector >
        • Appraisal Office
        • Pay Taxes Online
        • Ownership Parcel Map
        • Homestead Exemption
        • Frequently Asked Questions
    • Court System >
      • District Attorney >
        • Website
        • Assistant District Attorney
      • Supreme Court
      • Court of Appeals
      • Circuit Court >
        • Marriage License or Records
        • Voting Info
        • State Administrative Office
      • Chancery Court >
        • Chancery Clerk >
          • Staff
      • 4th District Judges
      • Justice Court
      • Drug Court
      • Tylertown Municipal Court
      • Youth Court
    • Mississippi Elected Officials >
      • Official State Website
      • Gov. Tate Reeves
      • Lt. Gov. Delbert Hosemann
      • Secretary of State - Michael Watson
      • Attorney Gen. Lynn Fitch
      • State Auditor - Shad White
      • State Treasurer - David McRae
      • Commissioner of Agriculture - Andy Gipson
      • Insurance Commissioner - Mike Chaney
      • Our State Legislators >
        • Sen. Barrett - Dist. 39
        • Rep. Butler - District 38
        • Rep. Porter - Dist. 98
        • Rep. Pigott - Dist. 99
        • Mississippi Legislature Website
    • U.S. Congressmen >
      • Congress.gov
  • Sheriff's Office
  • Online Payments
  • Community Info
    • Airport
    • Education System >
      • Walthall County Schools >
        • MS Scholars and Tech Masters Program >
          • 2018 MS Scholars and Tech Masters
      • Walthall County Career and Technology Center
      • Colleges and Universities >
        • Southwest Mississippi Community College
        • University of Southern Mississippi
    • Healthcare >
      • Hospitals >
        • Forrest General Hospital
        • Walthall General Hospital
        • Southwest Mississippi Regional Medical Center
      • Local Care >
        • Blackwell's Family Medicine
        • CMA Family Medical Clinic
        • Family Health Care Clinic
        • Walthall Clinic
        • Walthall General Hospital
        • Walthall Rural Health Clinic
        • Wesley Medical Group - Tylertown
      • Health Department >
        • WIC Program
    • Emergency Management
    • DIsaster Assistance >
      • Emergency Manager
      • Back To Business Mississippi Grant Program
      • SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loan Emergency Advance
      • SBA LOAN FOR APRIL 19, 2020 STORM
      • SBA PAYCHECK PROTECTION PROGRAM
    • Farmers Market
    • Old Town Market
    • Fire Departments
    • MSU Extension Service >
      • MSU Cares
    • Public Assistance >
      • Mississippi State Health Department
      • Mississippi Dept. of Health
      • Southwest Mississippi Opportunity
      • Southwest Mississippi Planning & Development District
    • Retire in Walthall County
    • Soil and Water Conservation District
    • US Post Office
    • Veteran Services
    • Walthall County Library
  • Historical Info
    • Genealogy Information >
      • Walthall County Library
      • MS Archives and History
    • Historic Courthouse & Jail
    • Railroad and Transportation Museum
    • China Grove Church
    • Founders Cemetery >
      • Regent's Introduction
      • The Restoration of Founders Cemetery
      • Restoration Video
      • Burials
      • Twilight Cemetery Tour
      • Donors >
        • Donation Letter
        • Donation Form
    • Gen. Edward Cary Walthall
    • Ruby Bridges
    • When my world was young...
    • Mississippi Archives and History
  • Events and Attractions
    • Calendar of Events
    • Outdoor Adventures & Activities >
      • Birdwatching
      • Canoeing, Kayaking, & Tubing
      • Hunting
      • Fishing in Walthall County >
        • Fishing Spots
        • How Weather Affects Fish Activity
        • Online Fishing License
        • FAQ - Fishing
      • Local Parks, Resorts, Lakes, and Rivers >
        • Bogue Chitto River
        • Canoe and Trail Outpost
        • Hidden Springs Resort
        • Holmes Water Park
        • Paradise Ranch and Resort
        • Walker's Bridge Water Park
        • Lake Walthall
      • Parks Near Walthall County >
        • Bogue Chitto State Park - 22 miles
      • Scenic Rivers Region >
        • Bogue Chitto Water Park - 10 miles
        • Homochitto National Forest and Lake Okhissa
    • Shopping and Dining
    • Annual Festivals, etc.. >
      • Dairy Fest
      • Christmas Bazaar and Wagon Rides
      • Country Christmas Festival Craft Show
      • South MS Boucherie
      • Town-wide Halloween Party
    • Christmas in the Park >
      • Walking Tour
      • Christmas Bazaar and Wagon Rides
      • Country Christmas Festival Craft Show
    • Parades >
      • Martin Luther King Parade
      • Easter Parade and Hunt
      • Christmas Parade
    • Southwest Events Center & RV Hookups
    • Tuesday's Farmers Market
    • Old Town Market
    • China Grove Methodist Church
    • Railroad and Transportation Museum
    • Walthall Barn Quilt Trail
  • Chamber of Commerce
    • About the Chamber
    • What Does Your Chamber Do?
    • Annual Chamber Awards
  • Economic Development
    • Available Land and Buildings >
      • 50,000 SF Facility
      • 17,600 SF Commercial Building
      • Industrial Property - up to 55 acres
      • 31-Acre Site
      • 20-Acre Site
    • Industrial Incentives & Benefits >
      • HUBZone Program
      • Skills Training Credits
    • Workforce >
      • Workforce Preparation
      • Workforce Training >
        • Skills Training Credits
      • WIN Job Center
    • Business Info >
      • Employment Security Commission >
        • Post a Job or Find a Job
        • WIN Job Center
      • Mississippi Development Authority >
        • MS Small Business Development Center
      • Secretary of State >
        • Business One Stop
        • Y'all Business - Secretary of State
      • Small Business Administration
      • Southwest Mississippi Partnership
      • Southwest Mississippi Planning and Development District
  • How do I ...?
    • Birth and Death Certificate Info
    • Car Tags
    • Pay taxes online
    • County History
    • Emergency Management
    • Driver's License Information
    • Employment Information
    • Find a Job
    • Garbage Collection >
      • White Goods and Tires
      • Area Landfills
    • Homestead Exemption
    • Interesting Mississippi Facts
    • Marriage License or Records
    • Ownership Parcel Map
    • Retirement Info
    • School Registration
    • Voting Info
    • US Patent and Trademark Office
  • Maps
    • Supervisors District Map
    • Ownership Parcel Map
    • County Road Map
    • Tylertown Street Map
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Board of Supervisors   (601) 876-4947
Chamber of Commerce (601) 876-2680
Chancery Clerk  (601) 876-3553
Circuit Clerk  (601) 876-5677
Economic Development (601) 876-2680
Emergency Management (601) 876-8823

Sheriff  (601) 876-3481
Tax Assessor  (601) 876-4932
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