Amite County

Amite County is a county in southwest Mississippi covering agricultural land, forests, and the Amite River corridor. Liberty, the county seat, serves as the administrative hub where residents conduct official business and access local services.

The county was established in 1809 as the fifth county created in Mississippi Territory, carved from the larger Wilkinson County. This creation followed a territorial assembly decision to divide the area into smaller administrative units.

The Liberty courthouse, dating from 1840, stands as Mississippi's oldest courthouse in continuous operation, serving as a center for local government functions.

Liberty, as the county seat, provides access to local government offices and public facilities concentrated in the downtown area. The county website offers information about local services and business contacts for residents and visitors.

The name comes from French explorers who chose 'Amite' after having favorable encounters with Houma Indians along the river. This name preserves the memory of early peaceful interactions between these two groups.

Location: Mississippi

Inception: 1809

Capital city: Liberty

Shares border with: Franklin County, Lincoln County, Pike County, Tangipahoa Parish, St. Helena Parish, East Feliciana Parish, Wilkinson County

Website: http://amitecounty.ms

GPS coordinates: 31.17000,-90.80000

Latest update: December 7, 2025 19:23