Yazoo County Map, Mississippi - Cities, Location, Roads, Top Attractions & Facts

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Yazoo County, Mississippi

Yazoo County is a county located in the U.S. state of Mississippi. It's county seat is Yazoo City. As per 2020 census, the population of Yazoo County is 26373 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 920 sq mi (2,383 km2). Yazoo County was established on 1823.

Yazoo County Facts

Continent	North America
Country	United States
State	Mississippi
County Seat	Yazoo City
Largest City/Town	Yazoo City
Established	1823
Total Area	934 sq mi (2,420 sq km)
Land Area	923 sq mi (2,390 sq km)
Water Area	11 sq mi (28 sq km)
Population	26,743 (Census 2020)
Population Density	29 people per sq mi
Time Zone	Central Time Zone (CST/CDT)
Major Highways	U.S. Route 49, U.S. Route 49E, Mississippi Highway 3, Mississippi Highway 16
Major Rivers	Yazoo River, Big Black River
Neighboring Counties	Holmes County, Madison County, Hinds County, Warren County, Sharkey County, Humphreys County, Attala County, Leake County
Famous For	Yazoo River heritage, Delta agriculture, and historic Yazoo City
Top Attractions	Yazoo County Museum, Glenwood Cemetery, Panther Swamp National Wildlife Refuge, and downtown Yazoo City
Official Website	Official Website

About Yazoo County, Mississippi

Yazoo County is located in central-western Mississippi in the southern United States and was established in 1823. The county seat and largest city is Yazoo City. The county is known for its Mississippi Delta heritage, agriculture, historic architecture, wildlife refuges, and the scenic Yazoo River region.

Cities and Towns in Yazoo County, Mississippi

City/Town	Population (Census 2020)	Latitude & Longitude
Yazoo City (county seat)	10,316	32.8551°N, 90.4056°W
Benton	226	32.8171°N, 90.3643°W
Satartia	41	32.5904°N, 90.5965°W
Tinsley (CDP)	284	32.7092°N, 90.4539°W
Eden (CDP)	137	32.8026°N, 90.5011°W
Philipp (CDP)	195	32.9137°N, 90.5667°W

Golf Courses in Yazoo County, Mississippi

Golf Course	Location	Latitude & Longitude
Yazoo Country Club	Yazoo City	32.8647°N, 90.3974°W
Wolf Lake Golf Recreation Area	Yazoo City	32.8119°N, 90.4328°W

What Are the Major Roads and Highways in Yazoo County, Mississippi

Major highways connect the county to nearby Delta communities and central Mississippi cities.

U.S. Route 49 - major north-south highway connecting Yazoo City with Jackson and the Delta
U.S. Route 49E - regional route serving eastern sections of the county
Mississippi Highway 3 - scenic route linking Delta communities and agricultural areas
Mississippi Highway 16 - east-west highway connecting Yazoo County with neighboring counties

What are the Neighboring Counties of Yazoo County

Holmes County (north)
Attala County (northeast)
Leake County (east)
Madison County (southeast)
Hinds County (south)
Warren County (southwest)
Sharkey County (west)
Humphreys County (northwest)

What Are the Top Attractions in Yazoo County, Mississippi

The county offers a mix of Delta heritage, historic sites, and outdoor recreation.

Yazoo County Museum - museum featuring local history, Civil War exhibits, and Delta culture
Panther Swamp National Wildlife Refuge - large wildlife refuge with birdwatching and nature trails
Glenwood Cemetery - historic cemetery famous for local legends and historic monuments
Historic Downtown Yazoo City - district with preserved architecture, shops, and restaurants
Yazoo River Recreation Areas - scenic river destinations for boating and fishing
Wolf Lake Recreation Area - outdoor area known for fishing and wildlife viewing
Satartia Riverfront Area - small riverside community with scenic Mississippi Delta views
Benton Historic Community - traditional Mississippi town with local heritage
Delta Agricultural Landscapes - scenic farmland representative of Mississippi Delta agriculture
Yazoo Country Club - local golf and recreation destination

Distance from Yazoo County to Nearby Cities

The following distances are measured by road (driving).

Yazoo City to Jackson (Hinds County), Mississippi - 41 mi (66 km)
Yazoo City to Greenwood (Leflore County), Mississippi - 58 mi (93 km)
Yazoo City to Vicksburg (Warren County), Mississippi - 63 mi (101 km)
Yazoo City to Greenville (Washington County), Mississippi - 108 mi (174 km)
Yazoo City to Starkville (Oktibbeha County), Mississippi - 112 mi (180 km)
Yazoo City to Canton (Madison County), Mississippi - 31 mi (50 km)
Yazoo City to Winona (Montgomery County), Mississippi - 44 mi (71 km)
Yazoo City to Benton (Yazoo County), Mississippi - 8 mi (13 km)
Yazoo City to Satartia (Yazoo County), Mississippi - 21 mi (34 km)
Yazoo City to Memphis (Shelby County), Tennessee - 188 mi (303 km)
Yazoo City to Natchez (Adams County), Mississippi - 121 mi (195 km)
Yazoo City to Monroe (Ouachita Parish), Louisiana - 132 mi (212 km)
Yazoo City to Birmingham (Jefferson County), Alabama - 215 mi (346 km)

FAQs about Yazoo County

Where is Yazoo County located?

Yazoo County is located in central-western Mississippi between Jackson and the Mississippi Delta region.

What is the population of Yazoo County?

Yazoo County had a population of 26,743 according to the 2020 United States Census.

What is Yazoo County known for?

Yazoo County is known for Delta agriculture, Yazoo River heritage, wildlife refuges, and historic Yazoo City.

What are the major highways in Yazoo County?

The county is served by U.S. Route 49, U.S. Route 49E, Mississippi Highway 3, and Mississippi Highway 16.

Are there golf courses in Yazoo County?

Yes, Yazoo County includes golf facilities such as Yazoo Country Club and local recreation golf areas.

References

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