Wesson is a town located in Copiah County, in the state of Mississippi (MS), United States. Nestled in the East South Central division of the South region, it covers an area of 2.3 square miles (6.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 461 ft. With a population of approximately 1,693 residents, Wesson offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 48.61% males and 51.39% females, and it has a population density of 736.09 people per square mile (284.20/km²). Wesson lies at a latitude of 31.7 and a longitude of -90.4, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (12.2%), followed by English (5.8%), German (4.4%), and Scotch-Irish (3.6%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 39191.