Bentonia is a town located in Yazoo 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 1.4 square miles (4.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 188 ft. With a population of approximately 500 residents, Bentonia offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 44.4% males and 55.6% females, and it has a population density of 364.96 people per square mile (140.91/km²). Bentonia lies at a latitude of 32.64 and a longitude of -90.37, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (16.4%), followed by English (3.6%), German (2.2%), and Scotch-Irish (2.4%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 39040.