Benjamin, UT

Utah · Metropolitan Area

Benjamin is a small town in Utah with a population of 690. Residents earn $67,045 per year, which is 11% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
690 Population 81/sq mi density
$67,045 Median Income $31,998 per capita
$528,800 Home Value
$1,305 Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$67,045 median income, 0.0% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.2 / 5.0
$528,800 home value, $1,305/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $67,045
11% lower than US avg
Home Value $528,800
88% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.6%
33% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,305
12% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.2%
3% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.6%
95% lower than US avg

How Benjamin Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population690
Median Age35.9 yrs
Density81/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

A
Median Income$67,045
Per Capita$31,998
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.6%
County GDP$47,943M
Commute33 min

Housing

C
Home Value$528,800
Rent$1,305
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity31.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.0%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain20.2 in/yr
Elevation4,533 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.6%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.82

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 29%
Commute33 min
Libraries15

Is Benjamin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Benjamin receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Benjamin offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Benjamin is $67,045, 11% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Benjamin is $528,800, making it a premium housing market at 88% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,305 per month. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.9x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

22.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Benjamin experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 20.2 inches, including 66.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Benjamin has a population of 690 with a density of 81 people per square mile. The median age is 35.9 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.5%).

Population

690
Total Population
81
People / sq mi
35.9yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
8.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.4%
Female 52.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Benjamin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.1%
22% above US avg
Spanish3.9%
71% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Benjamin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Benjamin is $67,045, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Benjamin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$67,045
11% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,998
Avg Weekly Wage$1,205
IRS Avg AGI$93,254

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.6%
95% below US avg
Establishments (County)22,527
County GDP$47,943M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,053
Healthcare1,855
Retail2,077
Manufacturing656

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,735
7% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.71%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.4 min
Work from Home0.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Benjamin is $528,800, 88% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,305 (12% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$528,800
88% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,305
12% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$981
1 Bedroom$1,082
2 Bedrooms$1,313
3 Bedrooms$1,746
4 Bedrooms$2,105

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied67.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,735
7% above US avg
Effective Rate0.71%
In Benjamin, 31.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 27.0% report depression. 15.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Benjamin vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.2%
3% below US avg
Diabetes8.1%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure27.6%
Asthma10.3%
COPD4.8%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking8.4%
Physical Inactivity15.4%
Depression27.0%
Mental Distress16.8%
Physical Distress12.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.9%
Checkup Rate71.0%
Premature Death5,321/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access83.2%
Healthcare Facilities1,855

Crime Rates: Benjamin vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)37
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Benjamin has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 20.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average52.9°F
2% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall20.2 inches
47% below US avg
Snowfall66.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,533 ft (1,382 m)
Area8.5 sq mi (22.1 km²)
Population Density81/sq mi
Coordinates40.0969°N, 111.7290°W
County FIPS49049
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 22.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (33% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.3%
D 28.5%

Winner: Republican by 39.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.6%
33% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.82
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density81/sq mi
Total Area8.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries15
Healthcare Facilities1,855
Restaurants1,053
Retail Stores2,077

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)37
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.4 min
Work from Home0.6%

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