Walthall County is a quiet, rural county in southwestern Mississippi with Tylertown as its county seat. Tylertown is a friendly, traditional southern town with locally owned shops, schools, parks, and peaceful residential neighborhoods. The county offers a slower lifestyle ideal for families, retirees, and individuals wanting wide-open spaces and natural scenery. The landscape includes rolling pastures, pine forests, small creeks, and farmland. Agriculture and timber are significant parts of the local economy, along with small businesses and local services. Outdoor recreation—especially fishing, hunting, and camping—is common due to the county’s abundant woodlands and peaceful rural setting. Housing options include modest cottages, brick ranch homes, older farmhouses, manufactured homes, and custom rural homes situated on large parcels of land. Neighborhoods in and around Tylertown feature well-kept homes, while rural areas offer privacy and acreage. Walthall County is located about 70 miles from Hattiesburg and 45 miles from McComb, giving residents access to larger cities for shopping and healthcare while maintaining quiet country living. Existing home prices typically range from $110,000 to $220,000, depending on size and acreage. Building a home generally costs $115–$165 per square foot, with rural construction offering excellent affordability due to low land prices.