Bentonia, MS
Bentonia Map
Bentonia Overview
343
TOTAL POPULATION
143
MALE POPULATION
200
FEMALE POPULATION
71.50
MALES / 100 FEMALES
139.86
FEMALES / 100 MALES
54.9
MEDIAN AGE
2.7
AVG FAMILY SIZE
1.8
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$21,405
PER CAPITA INCOME
$56,250
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$25,673
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
13.1%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
86.9¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.50
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
118
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
41.5%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
4.2%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Bentonia Zip Codes
Bentonia Area Codes
Race in Bentonia
The most populous races in Bentonia are Black / African American (171 | 49.8%), White / Caucasian (169 | 49.3%), and Two or more Races (3 | 0.9%).
Race | # Population | % Population |
Asian | 0 | 0.0% |
Black / African American | 171 | 49.8% |
Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
Hispanic or Latino | 0 | 0.0% |
Native / Alaskan | 0 | 0.0% |
White / Caucasian | 169 | 49.3% |
Two or more Races | 3 | 0.9% |
Some other Race | 0 | 0.0% |
Total | 343 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Bentonia
The most populous ancestries reported in Bentonia are American (17 | 5.0%), French (10 | 2.9%), Irish (10 | 2.9%), English (7 | 2.0%), and Scotch-Irish (6 | 1.8%), together accounting for 14.6% of all Bentonia residents.
Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
American | 17 | 5.0% |
English | 7 | 2.0% |
French | 10 | 2.9% |
German | 3 | 0.9% |
Irish | 10 | 2.9% |
Scotch-Irish | 6 | 1.8% | View All 6 Rows |
Immigrants in Bentonia
Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population | View All 0 Rows |
Sex and Age in Bentonia
Sex and Age in Bentonia
The most populous age groups in Bentonia are 25 to 29 Years (25 | 17.5%) for men and 75 to 79 Years (35 | 17.5%) for women.
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
Under 5 Years | 5 (3.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5 to 9 Years | 3 (2.1%) | 24 (12.0%) |
10 to 14 Years | 15 (10.5%) | 12 (6.0%) |
15 to 19 Years | 2 (1.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
20 to 24 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
25 to 29 Years | 25 (17.5%) | 2 (1.0%) |
30 to 34 Years | 10 (7.0%) | 23 (11.5%) |
35 to 39 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 11 (5.5%) |
40 to 44 Years | 10 (7.0%) | 5 (2.5%) |
45 to 49 Years | 6 (4.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
50 to 54 Years | 15 (10.5%) | 5 (2.5%) |
55 to 59 Years | 7 (4.9%) | 10 (5.0%) |
60 to 64 Years | 2 (1.4%) | 24 (12.0%) |
65 to 69 Years | 15 (10.5%) | 19 (9.5%) |
70 to 74 Years | 15 (10.5%) | 18 (9.0%) |
75 to 79 Years | 6 (4.2%) | 35 (17.5%) |
80 to 84 Years | 7 (4.9%) | 5 (2.5%) |
85 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (3.5%) |
Total | 143 (100.0%) | 200 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Bentonia
Median Family Size in Bentonia
The median family size in Bentonia is 2.70 persons per family, with single female/mother families (18 | 25.7%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.22 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (15 | 21.4%) represent the smallest median family size with 1.93 persons per family.
Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
Married-Couple | 37 (52.9%) | 2.76 |
Single Male/Father | 15 (21.4%) | 1.93 |
Single Female/Mother | 18 (25.7%) | 3.22 |
Total Families | 70 (100.0%) | 2.70 |
Median Household Size in Bentonia
The median household size in Bentonia is 1.83 persons per household, with single female/mother households (18 | 9.6%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.22 persons per household. non-family households (117 | 62.6%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.30 persons per household.
Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
Married-Couple | 37 (19.8%) | 2.81 |
Single Male/Father | 15 (8.0%) | 1.93 |
Single Female/Mother | 18 (9.6%) | 3.22 |
Non-family | 117 (62.6%) | 1.30 |
Total Households | 187 (100.0%) | 1.83 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Bentonia
Out of a total of 187 households in Bentonia, 70 (37.4%) are family households, while 117 (62.6%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 31, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 99.
Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
1-Person Households | - | 99 (52.9%) |
2-Person Households | 31 (16.6%) | 11 (5.9%) |
3-Person Households | 19 (10.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
4-Person Households | 7 (3.7%) | 7 (3.7%) |
5-Person Households | 13 (7.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
6-Person Households | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
7+ Person Households | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 70 (37.4%) | 117 (62.6%) |
Female Fertility in Bentonia
Fertility by Age in Bentonia
Average fertility rate in Bentonia is 146.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years have the highest fertility rate with 375.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
20 to 34 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
35 to 50 years | 6 (100.0%) | 375.0 |
Total | 6 (100.0%) | 146.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Bentonia
Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
20 to 34 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
35 to 50 years | 6 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 6 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Fertility by Education in Bentonia
Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
College or Associate's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
Graduate Degree | 6 (100.0%) | 1,000.0 |
Total | 6 (100.0%) | 146.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Bentonia
Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
College or Associate's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Graduate Degree | 6 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 6 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Income in Bentonia
Income Overview in Bentonia
Per Capita Income in Bentonia is $21,405, while median incomes of families and households are $56,250 and $25,673 respectively.
Characteristic | Number | Measure |
Per Capita Income | 343 | $21,405 |
Median Family Income | 70 | $56,250 |
Mean Family Income | 70 | $68,643 |
Median Household Income | 187 | $25,673 |
Mean Household Income | 187 | $40,194 |
Income Deficit | 70 | $0 |
Wage / Income Gap (%) | 343 | 13.07% |
Wage / Income Gap ($) | 343 | 86.93¢ per $1 |
Gini / Inequality Index | 343 | 0.50 |
Earnings by Sex in Bentonia
Average Earnings in Bentonia are $31,458, $35,469 for men and $30,833 for women, a difference of 13.1%.
Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
Male | 61 (48.8%) | $35,469 |
Female | 64 (51.2%) | $30,833 |
Total | 125 (100.0%) | $31,458 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Bentonia
The most common earnings brackets in Bentonia are $12,500 to $14,999 for men (10 | 16.4%) and $30,000 to $34,999 for women (17 | 26.6%).
Income | Male | Female |
$2,499 or less | 2 (3.3%) | 6 (9.4%) |
$2,500 to $4,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$5,000 to $7,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$7,500 to $9,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$10,000 to $12,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$12,500 to $14,999 | 10 (16.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$15,000 to $17,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (10.9%) |
$17,500 to $19,999 | 7 (11.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$20,000 to $22,499 | 10 (16.4%) | 11 (17.2%) |
$22,500 to $24,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$25,000 to $29,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (9.4%) |
$30,000 to $34,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 17 (26.6%) |
$35,000 to $39,999 | 8 (13.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$40,000 to $44,999 | 7 (11.5%) | 7 (10.9%) |
$45,000 to $49,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (7.8%) |
$50,000 to $54,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$55,000 to $64,999 | 7 (11.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$65,000 to $74,999 | 4 (6.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (7.8%) |
$100,000+ | 6 (9.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 61 (100.0%) | 64 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Bentonia
Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
Less than High School | - | - |
High School Diploma | - | - |
College or Associate's Degree | - | - |
Bachelor's Degree | - | - |
Graduate Degree | - | - |
Total | $35,781 | $30,833 |
Family Income in Bentonia
Family Income Brackets in Bentonia
According to the Bentonia family income data, there are 26 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 37.1% of all families.
Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
Less than $10,000 | 0 | 0.0% |
$10,000 to $14,999 | 6 | 8.6% |
$15,000 to $24,999 | 4 | 5.7% |
$25,000 to $34,999 | 15 | 21.4% |
$35,000 to $49,999 | 4 | 5.7% |
$50,000 to $74,999 | 26 | 37.1% |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 4 | 5.7% |
$100,000 to $149,999 | 5 | 7.1% |
$150,000 to $199,999 | 0 | 0.0% |
$200,000+ | 6 | 8.6% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Bentonia
Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
2-Person Families | 31 (44.3%) | $0 |
3-Person Families | 20 (28.6%) | $0 |
4-Person Families | 6 (8.6%) | $0 |
5-Person Families | 13 (18.6%) | $0 |
6-Person Families | 0 (0.0%) | $0 |
7+ Person Families | 0 (0.0%) | $0 |
Total | 70 (100.0%) | $56,250 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Bentonia
Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
No Earners | 25 (35.7%) | $26,042 |
1 Earner | 28 (40.0%) | $70,714 |
2 Earners | 11 (15.7%) | $0 |
3+ Earners | 6 (8.6%) | $0 |
Total | 70 (100.0%) | $56,250 |
Household Income in Bentonia
Household Income Brackets in Bentonia
With 46 households falling in the category, the $10,000 to $14,999 income range is the most frequent in Bentonia, accounting for 24.6% of all households.
Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
Less than $10,000 | 15 | 8.0% |
$10,000 to $14,999 | 46 | 24.6% |
$15,000 to $24,999 | 29 | 15.5% |
$25,000 to $34,999 | 28 | 15.0% |
$35,000 to $49,999 | 11 | 5.9% |
$50,000 to $74,999 | 43 | 23.0% |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 4 | 2.1% |
$100,000 to $149,999 | 5 | 2.7% |
$150,000 to $199,999 | 0 | 0.0% |
$200,000+ | 6 | 3.2% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Bentonia
The median household income in Bentonia is $25,673, with the highest median household income of $61,406 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 43 households (23.0%) fall into this category.
Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
15 to 24 Years | 0 (0.0%) | $0 |
25 to 44 Years | 45 (24.1%) | $0 |
45 to 64 Years | 43 (23.0%) | $61,406 |
65+ Years | 99 (52.9%) | $0 |
Total | 187 (100.0%) | $25,673 |
Poverty in Bentonia
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Bentonia
With 33.6% poverty level for males and 24.3% for females among the residents of Bentonia, under 5 year old males and 12 to 14 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 5 males (100.0%) and 3 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
Under 5 Years | 5 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
6 to 11 Years | 3 (27.3%) | 4 (22.2%) |
12 to 14 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (100.0%) |
15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
16 and 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
18 to 24 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
25 to 34 Years | 25 (71.4%) | 11 (44.0%) |
35 to 44 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
45 to 54 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (100.0%) |
55 to 64 Years | 5 (55.6%) | 7 (20.6%) |
65 to 74 Years | 4 (13.3%) | 1 (2.7%) |
75 Years and over | 6 (46.2%) | 14 (29.8%) |
Total | 48 (33.6%) | 45 (24.3%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Bentonia
According to the poverty statistics in Bentonia, males aged 12 to 14 years and females aged 35 to 44 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
6 to 11 Years | 8 (72.7%) | 14 (77.8%) |
12 to 14 Years | 7 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
16 and 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
18 to 24 Years | 2 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
25 to 34 Years | 10 (28.6%) | 14 (56.0%) |
35 to 44 Years | 10 (100.0%) | 16 (100.0%) |
45 to 54 Years | 21 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
55 to 64 Years | 4 (44.4%) | 27 (79.4%) |
65 to 74 Years | 26 (86.7%) | 36 (97.3%) |
75 Years and over | 7 (53.8%) | 33 (70.2%) |
Total | 95 (66.4%) | 140 (75.7%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Bentonia
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Bentonia show that 2.7% or 1 of the total 37 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 4.8%, comprising of 1 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
No Children | 20 (95.2%) | 1 (4.8%) |
1 or 2 Children | 6 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
3 or 4 Children | 10 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 36 (97.3%) | 1 (2.7%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Bentonia
Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (40.0%) |
1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (100.0%) |
5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 0 (0.0%) | 9 (50.0%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Bentonia
The poverty data for Bentonia shows that 1 of the married-couple family households (2.7%) and 9 of the single-parent households (27.3%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 1 households (4.8%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 3 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
No Children | 1 (4.8%) | 6 (20.0%) |
1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (100.0%) |
5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 1 (2.7%) | 9 (27.3%) |
Employment Characteristics in Bentonia
Employment by Class of Employer in Bentonia
Among the 113 employed individuals in Bentonia, private company employees (82 | 72.6%), self-employed (not incorporated) (7 | 6.2%), and not-for-profit organizations (7 | 6.2%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
Private Company Employees | 82 | 72.6% |
Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 6 | 5.3% |
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 7 | 6.2% |
Not-for-profit Organizations | 7 | 6.2% |
Local Government Employees | 6 | 5.3% |
State Government Employees | 5 | 4.4% |
Federal Government Employees | 0 | 0.0% |
Unpaid Family Workers | 0 | 0.0% |
Total | 113 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Bentonia
According to the labor force statistics for Bentonia, out of the total population over 16 years of age (284), 41.5% or 118 individuals are in the labor force, with 4.2% or 5 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 16 to 19 years, with 100.0% or 2 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 60 to 64 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 50.0% or 5 of them being unemployed.
Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
16 to 19 Years | 2 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
20 to 24 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
25 to 29 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
30 to 34 Years | 17 (51.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
35 to 44 Years | 15 (57.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
45 to 54 Years | 21 (80.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
55 to 59 Years | 5 (29.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
60 to 64 Years | 10 (38.5%) | 5 (50.0%) |
65 to 74 Years | 41 (61.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
75 Years and over | 7 (11.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 118 (41.5%) | 5 (4.2%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Bentonia
According to labor force statistics for Bentonia, 43.9% of individuals (68) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (155) are in the labor force, with 7.4% or 5 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 82.4% or 28 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 31.3% or 5 of them being unemployed.
Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
Less than High School | 16 (53.3%) | 9 (31.3%) |
High School Diploma | 7 (11.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
College / Associate Degree | 17 (54.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Bachelor's Degree or higher | 28 (82.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 68 (43.9%) | 11 (7.4%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Bentonia
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Bentonia are Management (16 | 14.2%), Community & Social Service (10 | 8.8%), Education Instruction & Library (10 | 8.8%), Business & Financial (6 | 5.3%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (6 | 5.3%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Bentonia, the most male-oriented occupations are Health Diagnosing & Treating (100.0%), Health Technologists (100.0%), and Management (68.8%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Business & Financial (100.0%), Community & Social Service (100.0%), and Education Instruction & Library (100.0%).
Occupation | Male | Female |
Management | 11 (68.8%) | 5 (31.2%) |
Business & Financial | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (100.0%) |
Computers, Engineering & Science | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Computers & Mathematics | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Architecture & Engineering | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Life, Physical & Social Science | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Community & Social Service | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (100.0%) |
Education, Arts & Media | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Legal Services & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Education Instruction & Library | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (100.0%) |
Arts, Media & Entertainment | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Health Diagnosing & Treating | 6 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Health Technologists | 6 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total (Category) | 17 (44.7%) | 21 (55.3%) |
Total (Overall) | 61 (54.0%) | 52 (46.0%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Bentonia are Cleaning & Maintenance (17 | 15.0%), Healthcare Support (7 | 6.2%), Security & Protection (6 | 5.3%), Firefighting & Prevention (6 | 5.3%), and Food Preparation & Serving (2 | 1.8%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Occupation | Male | Female |
Healthcare Support | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (100.0%) |
Security & Protection | 6 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Firefighting & Prevention | 6 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Law Enforcement | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Food Preparation & Serving | 2 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Cleaning & Maintenance | 17 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Personal Care & Service | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total (Category) | 25 (78.1%) | 7 (21.9%) |
Total (Overall) | 61 (54.0%) | 52 (46.0%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Bentonia are , and Office & Administration (17 | 15.0%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
Occupation | Male | Female |
Sales & Related | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Office & Administration | 0 (0.0%) | 17 (100.0%) |
Total (Category) | 0 (0.0%) | 17 (100.0%) |
Total (Overall) | 61 (54.0%) | 52 (46.0%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Bentonia are , and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (11 | 9.7%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
Occupation | Male | Female |
Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Construction & Extraction | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 11 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total (Category) | 11 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total (Overall) | 61 (54.0%) | 52 (46.0%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Bentonia are Production (14 | 12.4%), and Material Moving (1 | 0.9%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
Occupation | Male | Female |
Production | 7 (50.0%) | 7 (50.0%) |
Transportation | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Material Moving | 1 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total (Category) | 8 (53.3%) | 7 (46.7%) |
Total (Overall) | 61 (54.0%) | 52 (46.0%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Bentonia
Employment Industries in Bentonia
The major employment industries in Bentonia include Health Care & Social Assistance (26 | 23.0%), Manufacturing (22 | 19.5%), Administrative & Support (17 | 15.0%), Educational Services (10 | 8.8%), and Accommodation & Food Services (8 | 7.1%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Bentonia
The Bentonia industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Wholesale Trade (100.0%), and Administrative & Support (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Finance & Insurance (100.0%), Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), and Educational Services (100.0%).
Industry | Male | Female |
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 4 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Construction | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Manufacturing | 15 (68.2%) | 7 (31.8%) |
Wholesale Trade | 6 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Retail Trade | 1 (16.7%) | 5 (83.3%) |
Transportation & Warehousing | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Utilities | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Information | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Finance & Insurance | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (100.0%) |
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (100.0%) |
Professional & Scientific | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Administrative & Support | 17 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Educational Services | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (100.0%) |
Health Care & Social Assistance | 13 (50.0%) | 13 (50.0%) |
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Accommodation & Food Services | 2 (25.0%) | 6 (75.0%) |
Public Administration | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 61 (54.0%) | 52 (46.0%) |
Education in Bentonia
School Enrollment in Bentonia
The most common levels of schooling among the 56 students in Bentonia are elementary school (33 | 58.9%), middle school (15 | 26.8%), and kindergarten (3 | 5.4%).
School Level | # Students | % Students |
Nursery / Preschool | 0 | 0.0% |
Kindergarten | 3 | 5.4% |
Elementary School | 33 | 58.9% |
Middle School | 15 | 26.8% |
High School | 3 | 5.4% |
College / Undergraduate | 2 | 3.6% |
Graduate / Professional | 0 | 0.0% |
Total | 56 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Bentonia
Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
3 to 4 Year Olds | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5 to 9 Year Old | 27 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
10 to 14 Year Olds | 27 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
15 to 17 Year Olds | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
18 to 19 Year Olds | 2 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
20 to 24 Year Olds | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
25 to 34 Year Olds | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
35 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 56 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Bentonia
Education (42 | 87.5%), and bio, nature & agricultural (6 | 12.5%) are the most common fields of study among 48 individuals in Bentonia who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
Computers & Mathematics | 0 | 0.0% |
Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 6 | 12.5% |
Physical & Health Sciences | 0 | 0.0% |
Psychology | 0 | 0.0% |
Social Sciences | 0 | 0.0% |
Engineering | 0 | 0.0% |
Multidisciplinary Studies | 0 | 0.0% |
Science & Technology | 0 | 0.0% |
Business | 0 | 0.0% |
Education | 42 | 87.5% |
Literature & Languages | 0 | 0.0% |
Liberal Arts & History | 0 | 0.0% |
Visual & Performing Arts | 0 | 0.0% |
Communications | 0 | 0.0% |
Arts & Humanities | 0 | 0.0% |
Total | 48 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Bentonia
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Bentonia
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Bentonia are males with 3 vehicles (17, accounting for 27.9%) and females with 3 vehicles (5, making up 32.7%).
Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
No Vehicle | 8 (13.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
1 Vehicle | 14 (23.0%) | 32 (61.5%) |
2 Vehicles | 7 (11.5%) | 5 (9.6%) |
3 Vehicles | 17 (27.9%) | 5 (9.6%) |
4 Vehicles | 7 (11.5%) | 5 (9.6%) |
5 or more Vehicles | 8 (13.1%) | 5 (9.6%) |
Total | 61 (100.0%) | 52 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Bentonia
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Bentonia are 30 to 34 minutes (41 commuters, 36.3%), 60 to 89 minutes (16 commuters, 14.2%), and 15 to 19 minutes (14 commuters, 12.4%).
Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
Less than 5 Minutes | 7 | 6.2% |
5 to 9 Minutes | 0 | 0.0% |
10 to 14 Minutes | 0 | 0.0% |
15 to 19 Minutes | 14 | 12.4% |
20 to 24 Minutes | 3 | 2.6% |
25 to 29 Minutes | 5 | 4.4% |
30 to 34 Minutes | 41 | 36.3% |
35 to 39 Minutes | 14 | 12.4% |
40 to 44 Minutes | 0 | 0.0% |
45 to 59 Minutes | 13 | 11.5% |
60 to 89 Minutes | 16 | 14.2% |
90 or more Minutes | 0 | 0.0% |
Commute Time by Sex in Bentonia
The most common commute times in Bentonia are 15 to 19 minutes (14 commuters, 23.0%) for males and 30 to 34 minutes (28 commuters, 53.8%) for females.
Commute Time | Male | Female |
Less than 5 Minutes | 7 (11.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5 to 9 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
10 to 14 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
15 to 19 Minutes | 14 (23.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
20 to 24 Minutes | 3 (4.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
25 to 29 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (9.6%) |
30 to 34 Minutes | 13 (21.3%) | 28 (53.8%) |
35 to 39 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 14 (26.9%) |
40 to 44 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
45 to 59 Minutes | 13 (21.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
60 to 89 Minutes | 11 (18.0%) | 5 (9.6%) |
90 or more Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Bentonia
The most frequent times of departure to work in Bentonia are 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM (18, 29.5%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (24, 46.2%) for females.
Time of Departure | Male | Female |
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 9 (14.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 18 (29.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 6 (9.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 7 (11.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 10 (16.4%) | 24 (46.2%) |
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 12 (23.1%) |
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 4 (6.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (11.5%) |
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (9.6%) |
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 7 (11.5%) | 5 (9.6%) |
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 61 (100.0%) | 52 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Bentonia
Occupancy by Ownership in Bentonia
Of the total 187 dwellings in Bentonia, owner-occupied units account for 57 (30.5%), while renter-occupied units make up 130 (69.5%).
Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
Owner Occupied Housing Units | 57 | 30.5% |
Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 130 | 69.5% |
Total Occupied Housing Units | 187 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Bentonia
Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
1-Person Household | 99 | 52.9% |
2-Person Household | 42 | 22.5% |
3-Person Household | 19 | 10.2% |
4+ Person Household | 27 | 14.4% |
Total Housing Units | 187 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Bentonia
Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
1-Person Household | 13 (13.1%) | 86 (86.9%) |
2-Person Household | 22 (52.4%) | 20 (47.6%) |
3-Person Household | 8 (42.1%) | 11 (57.9%) |
4+ Person Household | 14 (51.8%) | 13 (48.1%) |
Total Housing Units | 57 (30.5%) | 130 (69.5%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Bentonia
Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
Less than High School | 8 (24.2%) | 25 (75.8%) |
High School Diploma | 24 (24.0%) | 76 (76.0%) |
College/Associate Degree | 14 (48.3%) | 15 (51.7%) |
Bachelor's Degree or higher | 11 (44.0%) | 14 (56.0%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Bentonia
Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
Under 35 Years | 35 | 18.7% |
35 to 44 Years | 10 | 5.3% |
45 to 54 Years | 26 | 13.9% |
55 to 64 Years | 17 | 9.1% |
65 to 74 Years | 47 | 25.1% |
75 to 84 Years | 48 | 25.7% |
85 Years and Over | 4 | 2.1% |
Total | 187 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Bentonia
Median Income by Occupancy in Bentonia
Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
Owner-Occupied | 57 (30.5%) | $62,344 |
Renter-Occupied | 130 (69.5%) | $15,345 |
Average | 187 (100.0%) | $25,673 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Bentonia
Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
Less than $5,000 | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (4.6%) |
$5,000 to $9,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 9 (6.9%) |
$10,000 to $14,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 46 (35.4%) |
$15,000 to $19,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 29 (22.3%) |
$20,000 to $24,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$25,000 to $34,999 | 7 (12.3%) | 21 (16.2%) |
$35,000 to $49,999 | 7 (12.3%) | 4 (3.1%) |
$50,000 to $74,999 | 28 (49.1%) | 15 (11.5%) |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 4 (7.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$100,000 to $149,999 | 5 (8.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$150,000 or more | 6 (10.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 57 (100.0%) | 130 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Bentonia
Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
Less than $300 | 0 (0.0%) | 40 (30.8%) |
$300 to $499 | 19 (33.3%) | 5 (3.8%) |
$500 to $799 | 5 (8.8%) | 22 (16.9%) |
$800 to $999 | 5 (8.8%) | 3 (2.3%) |
$1,000 to $1,499 | 28 (49.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$1,500 to $1,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$2,000 to $2,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$2,500 to $2,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$3,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 57 (100.0%) | 130 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Bentonia
Housing Structures in Bentonia
Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
Single Unit, Detached | 117 | 62.6% |
Single Unit, Attached | 0 | 0.0% |
2 Unit Apartments | 2 | 1.1% |
3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 10 | 5.3% |
5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 27 | 14.4% |
10 or more Apartments | 18 | 9.6% |
Mobile Home / Other | 13 | 7.0% |
Total | 187 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Bentonia
Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
Single Unit, Detached | 53 (45.3%) | 64 (54.7%) |
Single Unit, Attached | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (100.0%) |
3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (100.0%) |
5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 27 (100.0%) |
10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 18 (100.0%) |
Mobile Home / Other | 4 (30.8%) | 9 (69.2%) |
Total | 57 (30.5%) | 130 (69.5%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Bentonia
Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
2 or 3 Rooms | 0 (0.0%) | 38 (29.2%) |
4 or 5 Rooms | 26 (45.6%) | 31 (23.8%) |
6 or 7 Rooms | 24 (42.1%) | 45 (34.6%) |
8 or more Rooms | 7 (12.3%) | 16 (12.3%) |
Total | 57 (100.0%) | 130 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Bentonia
Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
Utility Gas | 6 (10.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 24 (42.1%) | 46 (35.4%) |
Electricity | 27 (47.4%) | 84 (64.6%) |
Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
All other Fuels | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 57 (100.0%) | 130 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Bentonia
Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
No Vehicle | 8 (14.0%) | 39 (30.0%) |
1 Vehicle | 24 (42.1%) | 39 (30.0%) |
2 Vehicles | 12 (21.0%) | 27 (20.8%) |
3 or more Vehicles | 13 (22.8%) | 25 (19.2%) |
Total | 57 (100.0%) | 130 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Bentonia
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Bentonia
Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
Housing Units | 19 | 38 |
Median Property Value | $72,100 | $96,000 |
Median Household Income | $56,042 | $6 |
Monthly Housing Costs | $421 | $0 |
Real Estate Taxes | - | - |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Bentonia
Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
Less than $50,000 | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (10.5%) |
$50,000 to $99,999 | 19 (100.0%) | 21 (55.3%) |
$100,000 to $299,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 13 (34.2%) |
$300,000 to $499,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$500,000 to $749,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$750,000 to $999,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$1,000,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 19 (100.0%) | 38 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Bentonia
Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
Less than $10,000 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$10,000 to $24,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$25,000 to $34,999 | 7 (36.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$35,000 to $49,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$50,000 to $74,999 | 12 (63.2%) | 7 (18.4%) |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 16 (42.1%) |
$100,000 to $149,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (10.5%) |
$150,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (13.2%) |
Total | 19 (100.0%) | 38 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Bentonia
Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
Less than 2.0x | 12 (63.2%) | 71,071 (187,029.0%) |
2.0x to 2.9x | 7 (36.8%) | 31 (81.6%) |
3.0x to 3.9x | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (18.4%) |
4.0x or more | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 19 (100.0%) | 38 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Bentonia
Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
Less than $800 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$800 to $1,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 11 (28.9%) |
$800 to $1,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 13 (34.2%) |
Total | 19 (100.0%) | 38 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Bentonia
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Bentonia
Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
Under 6 Years | 5 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
6 to 18 Years | 56 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
19 to 25 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
26 to 34 Years | 58 (96.7%) | 2 (3.3%) |
35 to 44 Years | 26 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
45 to 54 Years | 26 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
55 to 64 Years | 38 (88.4%) | 5 (11.6%) |
65 to 74 Years | 67 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
75 Years and older | 60 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 336 (98.0%) | 7 (2.0%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Bentonia
Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
Native Born | 5 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Foreign Born, Citizen | 56 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Bentonia
Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
Under $25,000 | 116 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$25,000 to $49,999 | 84 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$50,000 to $74,999 | 100 (93.5%) | 7 (6.5%) |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 8 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$100,000 and over | 28 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Bentonia
Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
Under 6 | 5 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
6 to 18 Years | 25 (44.6%) | 31 (55.4%) |
19 to 25 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
25 to 34 Years | 41 (68.3%) | 17 (28.3%) |
35 to 44 Years | 5 (19.2%) | 21 (80.8%) |
45 to 54 Years | 5 (19.2%) | 21 (80.8%) |
55 to 64 Years | 33 (76.7%) | 16 (37.2%) |
65 to 74 Years | 63 (94.0%) | 35 (52.2%) |
75 Years and over | 60 (100.0%) | 13 (21.7%) |
Total | 237 (69.1%) | 154 (44.9%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Bentonia
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5 to 17 Years | 3 (16.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
18 to 34 Years | 25 (67.6%) | 13 (52.0%) |
35 to 64 Years | 3 (7.5%) | 39 (70.9%) |
65 to 74 Years | 28 (93.3%) | 13 (35.1%) |
75 Years and over | 12 (92.3%) | 7 (14.9%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Bentonia
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
18 to 34 Years | 25 (67.6%) | 13 (52.0%) |
35 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (18.2%) |
65 to 74 Years | 20 (66.7%) | 6 (16.2%) |
75 Years and over | 12 (92.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 13 (52.0%) |
35 to 64 Years | 2 (5.0%) | 29 (52.7%) |
65 to 74 Years | 8 (26.7%) | 13 (35.1%) |
75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
5 to 17 Years | 3 (16.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
18 to 34 Years | 25 (67.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
35 to 64 Years | 1 (2.5%) | 11 (20.0%) |
65 to 74 Years | 4 (13.3%) | 6 (16.2%) |
75 Years and over | 6 (46.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (28.0%) |
35 to 64 Years | 1 (2.5%) | 24 (43.6%) |
65 to 74 Years | 15 (50.0%) | 13 (35.1%) |
75 Years and over | 6 (46.2%) | 7 (14.9%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
5 to 17 Years | 3 (16.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
35 to 64 Years | 1 (2.5%) | 10 (18.2%) |
65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (16.2%) |
75 Years and over | 6 (46.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Technology Access in Bentonia
Computing Device Access in Bentonia
Device Type | # Households | % Households |
Desktop or Laptop | 40 | 21.4% |
Smartphone | 117 | 62.6% |
Tablet | 62 | 33.2% |
No Computing Device | 61 | 32.6% |
Total | 187 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Bentonia
Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
Dial-Up Internet | 0 | 0.0% |
Broadband Home | 38 | 20.3% |
Cellular Data Only | 51 | 27.3% |
Satellite Internet | 1 | 0.5% |
No Internet | 95 | 50.8% |
Total | 187 | 100.0% |
Bentonia Summary
Bentonia is a small town located in Yazoo County, Mississippi, United States. It is situated on the banks of the Yazoo River, about 25 miles northwest of Jackson, the state capital. The population of Bentonia was estimated to be 545 in 2019.
History
Bentonia was founded in 1837 by William Benton, a planter from Virginia. He named the town after himself and it quickly became a thriving agricultural center. The town was incorporated in 1839 and soon became a major cotton-producing area. The town was also home to a number of businesses, including a sawmill, a gristmill, and a cotton gin.
During the Civil War, Bentonia was a major supply center for the Confederate Army. After the war, the town experienced a period of decline, but it was revived in the late 19th century when the Yazoo and Mississippi Valley Railroad was built through the town. This allowed the town to become a major shipping center for cotton and other agricultural products.
Geography
Bentonia is located in Yazoo County, Mississippi, about 25 miles northwest of Jackson, the state capital. The town is situated on the banks of the Yazoo River, which flows through the town. The town is surrounded by rolling hills and is located in the Yazoo Delta region. The climate in Bentonia is humid subtropical, with hot, humid summers and mild winters.
Economy
The economy of Bentonia is largely based on agriculture. The town is home to several cotton farms, as well as other agricultural operations. The town is also home to a number of small businesses, including a sawmill, a gristmill, and a cotton gin. In addition, the town is home to a number of retail stores, restaurants, and other services.
Demographics
According to the 2019 U.S. Census, the population of Bentonia was estimated to be 545. The racial makeup of the town was 79.2% White, 19.3% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.2% Asian, and 0.9% from other races. The median household income in Bentonia was $31,250, and the median home value was $77,500. The town has a poverty rate of 28.3%.
Conclusion
Bentonia is a small town located in Yazoo County, Mississippi, United States. It was founded in 1837 and has a population of 545. The town is situated on the banks of the Yazoo River and is surrounded by rolling hills. The economy of Bentonia is largely based on agriculture, and the town is home to several cotton farms, as well as other agricultural operations. The racial makeup of the town is 79.2% White, 19.3% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.2% Asian, and 0.9% from other races. The median household income in Bentonia is $31,250, and the median home value is $77,500.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Bentonia?
Total Population of Bentonia is 343.
What is the Total Male Population of Bentonia?
Total Male Population of Bentonia is 143.
What is the Total Female Population of Bentonia?
Total Female Population of Bentonia is 200.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Bentonia?
There are 71.50 Males per 100 Females in Bentonia.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Bentonia?
There are 139.86 Females per 100 Males in Bentonia.
What is the Median Population Age in Bentonia?
Median Population Age in Bentonia is 54.9 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Bentonia
Average Family Size in Bentonia is 2.7 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Bentonia
Average Household Size in Bentonia is 1.8 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Bentonia?
Per Capita income in Bentonia is $21,405.
What is the Median Family Income in Bentonia?
Median Family Income in Bentonia is $56,250.
What is the Median Household income in Bentonia?
Median Household Income in Bentonia is $25,673.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Bentonia?
Income or Wage Gap in Bentonia is 13.1%.
Women in Bentonia earn 86.9 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Bentonia?
Inequality or Gini Index in Bentonia is 0.50.
How Large is the Labor Force in Bentonia?
There are 118 People in the Labor Forcein in Bentonia.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Bentonia?
41.5% of People are in the Labor Force in Bentonia.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Bentonia?
Unemployment Rate in Bentonia is 4.2%.