Median Income
$60,938
19% lower than US avg
Home Value
$94,100
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
8.9%
74% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$700
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
40.7%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.9%
75% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
12.9%
4% higher than US avg
How Benedict Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population330
Median Age30.8 yrs
Density1,833/mi²
Male / Female55% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Economy
B+
Median Income$60,938
Per Capita$24,704
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty12.9%
County GDP$467M
Commute30 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$94,100
Rent$700
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$263,483
Health
Obesity40.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.3%
Heart Disease5.3%
Climate
Avg Temp51°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain28.8 in/yr
Elevation1,680 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+8.9%
High School+84.2%
School Score5.81
Community
2024 VoteR 81% / D 18%
Commute30 min
Libraries4
Is Benedict a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Benedict receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Benedict offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Benedict is $60,938, 19% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. 12.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Benedict is $94,100, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $700 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
8.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Benedict experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 28.8 inches, including 29.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Benedict has a population of 330 with a density of 1,833 people per square mile. The median age is 30.8 years, 21% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.6%).
Population
30.8yrs
Median Age
21% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 83.3% |
| 6% above US avg |
| Spanish | 16.7% |
| 25% above US avg |
The median household income in Benedict is $60,938, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $60,938 |
| 19% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $24,704 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $914 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $77,206 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.9% |
| 75% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 12.9% |
| 4% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 172 |
| County GDP | $467M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 6 |
| Healthcare | 9 |
| Retail | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,950 |
| 16% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.13% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 29.5 min |
| Work from Home | 24.2% |
The median home value in Benedict is $94,100, 67% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $700 (40% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $263,483.
Home Values
| Census Median | $94,100 |
| 67% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $263,483 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $700 |
| 40% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $706 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,001 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,274 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,409 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,950 |
| 16% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.13% |
In Benedict, 40.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.3% report depression. 24.2% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Benedict vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 40.7% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.8% |
| Heart Disease | 5.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.1% |
| Asthma | 9.4% |
| COPD | 5.7% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 23.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.2% |
| Depression | 18.3% |
| Mental Distress | 15.4% |
| Physical Distress | 11.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 73.3% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 70.9% |
| Premature Death | 7,162/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 29.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 9 |
Crime Rates: Benedict vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
Safety Score
Benedict has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 28.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Temperature
24°F Jan (-5°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 50.5°F |
| 6% below US avg |
| January Average | 24°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 28.8 inches |
| 24% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 29.3 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 32.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,680 ft (512 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,833/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.0063°N, 97.6071°W |
| County FIPS | 31143 |