Benham, KY
Full City Profile · Kentucky · Norton city County
Benham, KY
At a Glance
How Benham Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Benham's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Benham a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Benham residents earn a median household income of $52,652 , which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,311. The unemployment rate stands at 8.7% (142% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 231 business establishments, including 30 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Benham is $54,500 , 81% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $54,823. Median rent is $723/month, with 13.7% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 90.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1938.
Safety & Crime
Benham reports 0 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 100% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 218/100K.
Education
18.8% of adults in Benham hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% below the national average). 78.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Benham has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 60.5 inches.