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Benson, VT

Vermont · Rutland County

Benson is a small town in Vermont with a population of 191. Residents earn $33,214 per year, which is 56% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
191 Population 49/sq mi density
$33,214 Median Income $22,494 per capita
$164,100 Home Value $292,209 Zillow
$1,094 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 246 sunny days/yr
113 Violent Crime/100K 1,166 property/100K
C
Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$33,214 median income, 5.9% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$164,100 home value, $1,094/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
113 violent crimes/100K (70% below avg)
F
Education
1.1 / 5.0
1.6% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $33,214
56% lower than US avg
Home Value $164,100
42% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 113/100K
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 1.6%
95% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,094
6% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.4%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.9%
64% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population191
Median Age34.9 yrs
Density49/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans12.2%

Economy

B
Median Income$33,214
Per Capita$22,494
Unemployment5.9%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$3,787M
Commute27 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$164,100
Rent$1,094
Ownership55.7%
Zillow$292,209
Housing Units126
Rent Burden51.0%

Crime

F
Violent113/100K
Property1,166/100K

Health

Obesity34.4%
Uninsured6.5%
Smoking13.0%
Depression27.5%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI31 (Good)
Rain42.6 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation358 ft (109 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+1.6%
High School+84.3%
Graduate+1.2%
School Score5.82

Community

2024 VoteR 46% / D 51%
Commute27 min
Broadband88.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries21

Is Benson a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Benson receives an overall livability score of 2.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Benson has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Benson is $33,214, 56% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Benson is $164,100, 42% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,094 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Benson is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 113 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,166 per 100,000, 41% below the national average.

Education

1.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Benson experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 42.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 31.

Benson has a population of 191 with a density of 49 people per square mile, spread across 3.9 square miles. The median age is 34.9 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.7% female and 50.3% male. The city is predominantly White (97.4%), with 2.6% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.3% of residents. 12.2% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 12.5% of residents have a disability. 96.1% have health insurance coverage.

Population

191
Total Population
49
People / sq mi
34.9yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
3.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.3%
Female 49.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Benson vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 97.3%
24% above US avg
Spanish 2.7%
80% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Benson vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Benson is $33,214, which is 56% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $22,494 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,130, 21% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 2,662 business establishments, including 209 restaurants. The cost of living index is 98, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes. 10.9% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Benson vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$33,214
56% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,494
Avg Weekly Wage$1,130
IRS Avg AGI$68,049
Gini Index0.457 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.9%
64% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,662
County GDP$3,787M

Business (County)

Restaurants209
Healthcare191
Retail344
Manufacturing92

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,886
97% above US avg
Cost of Living98.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.20%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.7 min
Drive Alone79.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Benson is $164,100, 42% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $292,209, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $1,094 (6% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,203 for a one-bedroom to $1,487 for a two-bedroom apartment. 55.7% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 126 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1963. The average annual property tax is $6,886 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 51.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing, indicating a significant affordability challenge for renters. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.9x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$164,100
42% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$292,209

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,094
6% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,124
1 Bedroom$1,203
2 Bedrooms$1,487
3 Bedrooms$1,922
4 Bedrooms$2,111

Ownership & Property

Homeownership55.7%
Owner-Occupied55.7%
Renter-Occupied44.3%
Housing Units126
Median Year Built1963

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,886
97% above US avg
Effective Rate4.20%
In Benson, 34.4% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 7.1% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 4.8% of residents, below the national average. 28.1% have high blood pressure. 13.0% are current smokers. 19.8% report binge drinking. 19.3% are physically inactive, below the national average. 27.5% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 18.4% experience frequent mental distress. 6.5% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,377. The dentist ratio is 1:1,312. 80.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.2 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.4%
7% above US avg
Diabetes7.1%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure28.1%
Asthma12.3%
COPD5.9%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.0%
7% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.8%
Physical Inactivity19.3%
Depression27.5%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress12.6%
Short Sleep31.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.1%
Uninsured6.5%
24% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,377
Dentists1:1,312
Mental Health1:256
Checkup Rate73.5%
Dental Visits65.6%
Premature Death9,134/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access80.4%
Healthcare Facilities191
Benson has a violent crime rate of 113 per 100,000 residents, 70% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,166 per 100,000, 41% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 7 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Benson receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent112.8/100K
70% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property1,165.9/100K
41% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Benson experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 42.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 31. The city sits at an elevation of 358 feet.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average47.9°F
11% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Geography

Elevation358 ft (109 m)
Area3.9 sq mi (10.2 km²)
Population Density49/sq mi
Coordinates43.7101°N, 73.3030°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyRutland County County
Nearest AirportRutland/Southern Vermont Regional (RUT)
22 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 42.6"
12% above US avg
Wettest Month (Aug) 4.13"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.05"

Air Quality

AQI Median31.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0393 ppm
NO₂ (Nitrogen Dioxide)8.9 ppb
SO₂ (Sulfur Dioxide)0.27 ppb
CO (Carbon Monoxide)0.38 ppm
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)7.1 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score50.5 / 100
Social Vulnerability23.6 / 100
Community Resilience77.8 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Very Low
Hurricane Relatively Low
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Low
Hail Very Low
Strong Wind Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave Relatively Low
Winter Weather Relatively Moderate
Lightning Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm Relatively Moderate
Drought No Rating
Cold Wave Relatively Low
Landslide Relatively Low
Avalanche Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

43 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.3. Most recent: M2.6 on Jun 18, 2024.

Apr 20, 2002 8 km NNW of Au Sable Forks, New York M5.3 95 km
Jun 16, 1995 8 km N of Lisbon, New Hampshire M3.8 128 km
Apr 20, 2000 7 km WSW of Newcomb, New York M3.8 81 km
Apr 20, 2002 5 km NNW of Au Sable Forks, New York M3.7 92 km
Apr 8, 2003 17 km ESE of Saint Regis Falls, New York M3.7 130 km
Oct 6, 1992 1 km SW of Canterbury, New Hampshire M3.4 146 km
Jun 9, 1998 3 km N of Dannemora, New York M3.3 120 km
Aug 24, 2011 13 km ENE of Saint Regis Falls, New York M3.2 140 km
Sep 26, 2010 2 km SW of Canterbury, New Hampshire M3.2 145 km
Dec 13, 2009 15 km N of Medusa, New York M3.2 142 km
Mar 11, 2020 0 km SSW of South Glens Falls, New York M3.1 54 km
May 24, 2002 6 km N of Au Sable Forks, New York M3.1 93 km
Jul 24, 2007 12 km SSW of Altamont, New York M3.1 140 km
May 18, 2009 15 km N of Medusa, New York M3.1 143 km
Jun 25, 2002 6 km NNW of Au Sable Forks, New York M3.0 93 km
Mar 2, 1995 3 km ENE of Tupper Lake, New York M3.0 107 km
Sep 29, 1994 13 km WNW of North Creek, New York M2.9 67 km
Oct 21, 2009 15 km N of Medusa, New York M2.9 142 km
Apr 25, 2023 4 km SW of Center Sandwich, New Hampshire M2.9 147 km
Mar 9, 1999 7 km NW of Dannemora, New York M2.9 123 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

2 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Bob (1991, Cat 1).

Year Name Category Closest
1991 Bob Category 2 259 km
1985 Gloria Category 1 205 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tornado History

69 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 78 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
May 31, 1998 EF3 96 km 0
Aug 20, 1968 EF3 79 km 0
Jun 5, 2002 EF2 75 km 0
Aug 8, 1983 EF2 92 km 0
Jun 11, 1976 EF2 55 km 0
Aug 28, 1973 EF2 87 km 0
Aug 28, 1973 EF2 92 km 0
May 29, 1969 EF2 59 km 0
Aug 11, 1966 EF2 81 km 0
Jul 9, 1962 EF2 73 km 0
Jul 9, 1962 EF2 81 km 0
Oct 24, 1955 EF2 75 km 0
Mar 22, 1955 EF2 79 km 0
May 6, 1952 EF2 89 km 0
Jul 16, 2024 EF1 93 km 0
Jul 16, 2024 EF1 97 km 0
Jul 16, 2024 EF1 79 km 0
Jul 16, 2024 EF1 100 km 0
Jul 16, 2024 EF1 80 km 0
Jul 18, 2022 EF1 41 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950-2024)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 21°F (-6°C) 2.4 in
February 21°F (-6°C) 2.1 in Coldest, Driest
March 31°F (-0°C) 2.4 in
April 44°F (7°C) 2.8 in
May 56°F (14°C) 3.5 in
June 65°F (18°C) 3.3 in
July 72°F (22°C) 3.4 in Warmest
August 68°F (20°C) 4.1 in Wettest
September 59°F (15°C) 3.5 in
October 48°F (9°C) 3.2 in
November 37°F (3°C) 3.3 in
December 25°F (-4°C) 2.8 in

Benson has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F / from 21°F in February to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 36.6 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (2.1").

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Benson is located in Rutland County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K-20K, a smaller urban community. 1.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 95% below the national average of 33.7%. 84.3% have completed high school. 1.2% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.8 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Democrat with 51.3% of the vote, a 5.3-point margin. 88.0% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 21 public libraries serving the community. 191 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 79.7% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 46%
D 51.3%

Winner: Democrat by 5.3 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+1.6%
95% below US avg
High School+84.3%
Graduate Degree+1.2%
School Test Score5.82
F Education Grade (1.1/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K-20K
Population Density49/sq mi
Total Area3.9 sq mi
CountyRutland County County

Services

Broadband Access88.0%
Avg Download Speed131.7 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed40.2 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries21
Healthcare Facilities191
Restaurants209
Retail Stores344

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.7 min
Drive Alone79.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.9%
Average costs for common services in Benson. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $245 ($147-$392)
Specialist Visit $343 ($196-$539)
Urgent Care Visit $196 ($98-$343)
Emergency Room Visit $2,156 ($784-$4,900)
Dental Cleaning $127 ($74-$196)
Dental Filling $245 ($147-$392)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $44 ($25-$74)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $74 ($49-$118)
Brake Pad Replacement $294 ($147-$490)
Tire Rotation $39 ($20-$74)
New Tires (Set of 4) $588 ($392-$980)
Battery Replacement $196 ($98-$343)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $98 ($59-$147)
Electrician (Per Hour) $88 ($49-$137)
HVAC Repair $392 ($147-$784)
HVAC System Install $6,860 ($3,920-$11,760)
Roof Repair $980 ($392-$1,960)
Roof Replacement $8,820 ($5,390-$14,700)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,470 ($490-$3,430)
Divorce (Contested) $14,700 ($4,900-$29,400)
DUI Defense $4,900 ($1,960-$9,800)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,470 ($784-$2,940)
Will Preparation $490 ($196-$980)
Trust Preparation $2,450 ($980-$4,900)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $25 ($15-$44)
Women's Haircut $54 ($29-$98)
Hair Coloring (Full) $147 ($74-$245)
Manicure $25 ($15-$44)
Pedicure $39 ($25-$64)
Massage (1 Hour) $78 ($49-$127)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $4.02 ($2.94-$5.39)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.43 ($2.45-$4.90)
Loaf of Bread $3.72 ($2.45-$5.39)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.41 ($2.94-$6.37)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.39 ($3.92-$7.35)
Rice (per lb) $0.98 ($0.59-$1.76)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $137 ($78-$245)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $69 ($29-$147)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $69 ($39-$118)
Internet (Monthly) $69 ($39-$98)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $64 ($29-$98)
Cable TV (Monthly) $83 ($49-$147)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $196 ($74-$490)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,960 ($1,176-$3,430)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $69 ($29-$127)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $15 ($7.84-$25)
Car Registration (Annual) $98 ($29-$245)
Driver's License Renewal $29 ($15-$74)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,176 ($588-$2,450)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $980 ($490-$1,960)
After-School Care (Monthly) $392 ($196-$686)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $49 ($25-$98)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $980 ($392-$2,450)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $12,250 ($4,900-$29,400)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $59 ($29-$98)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $98 ($49-$196)
Dog Grooming $59 ($29-$98)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $39 ($20-$74)
Dog Spay/Neuter $294 ($147-$490)
Cat Spay/Neuter $196 ($98-$392)
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Top Industries in Rutland County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance 4,212 196 $68,928 1.16
Retail Trade 3,458 309 $40,960 1.37
Accommodation & Food Services 3,244 199 $30,427 1.41
Manufacturing 2,555 107 $72,860 1.23
Construction 1,488 300 $63,365 1.12
Administrative & Waste Services 1,075 254 $53,869 0.72
Professional & Technical Services 861 418 $100,295 0.49
Wholesale Trade 766 130 $70,454 0.77
Other Services 764 183 $38,782 1.00
Finance & Insurance 433 96 $97,803 0.42
Management of Companies 432 24 $122,421 1.01
Arts & Entertainment 315 42 $23,210 0.74
Mining & Oil/Gas 311 13 $73,072 3.25
Real Estate 256 64 $50,604 0.65
Educational Services 227 38 $44,984 0.43
Information & Technology 227 69 $74,327 0.48
Agriculture & Forestry 112 39 $32,906 0.55

Schools in Benson

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Orwell Village School (Charter) Elementary 140 10 14.0:1
Benson Village School (Charter) Elementary 75 7 10.7:1
PUTNAM CENTRAL SCHOOL Elementary 47 7 6.7:1
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Radio Stations near Benson

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
WCKM lake george AAC+ 32 kbps
102.7 WEQX alternative, alternative rock MP3

Campgrounds Near Benson

4 campgrounds found near Benson.

NameRatingSitesPrice
CHITTENDEN BROOK CAMPGROUND 4.6/5 16 $15
HAPGOOD POND 4.6/5 30 $20, $50
Silver Lake Campground 4.6/5 15 $10
MOOSALAMOO CAMPGROUND 4.5/5 19 $15

National Parks Near Benson

58 national parks and monuments found near Benson.

ParkTypeFee
Ainsworth State Park State Park Free
Allis State Park State Park Free
Amity Pond Natural Area State Park State Park Free
Ascutney State Park State Park Free
Bomoseen State Park State Park Free
Branbury State Park State Park Free
Button Bay State Park State Park Free
Camels Hump State Park State Park Free
Camp Plymouth State Park State Park Free
Clarksburg State Park State Park Free
Crab Island State Park State Park Free
D.A.R. State Park State Park Free
Dutton Pines State Park State Park Free
Elmore State Park State Park Free
Emerald Lake State Park State Park Free
Fisher-Scott Memorial Pines Natural Area State Park Free
Fort Dummer State Park State Park Free
Gifford Woods Natural Area State Park Free
Gifford Woods State Park State Park Free
Grafton Lakes State Park State Park Free
Grand Isle State Park State Park Free
Green River Reservoir State Park State Park Free
Jamaica State Park State Park Free
Kingsland Bay State Park State Park Free
Lake Lauderdale Park State Park Free
Lake St. Catherine State Park State Park Free
Law Island State Park State Park Free
Lock 6 State Canal Park State Park Free
Lock 9 State Canal Park State Park Free
Lowell Lake State Park State Park Free
Macomb Reservation State Park State Park Free
Marsh - Billings - Rockefeller National Historical Park National Historical Park Free
Mohawk River State Park State Park Free
Molly Stark State Park State Park Free
Moreau Lake State Park State Park Free
Mt. Philo State Park State Park Free
Muckross State Park Free
New York State Lands State Park Free
Niquette Bay State Park State Park Free
Peebles Island State Park State Park Free
Pisgah State Park State Park Free
Pisgah State Park State Park Free
Pisgah State Park - Critria 1 lands State Park Free
Quechee State Park State Park Free
Rock Island State Park State Park Free
Rood State Park State Park Free
Round Pond Natural Area State Park State Park Free
Saint-Gaudens National Historical Park National Historical Park $10
Sandbar State Park State Park Free
Saratoga National Historical Park National Historical Park Free
Saratoga Spa State Park State Park Free
Shaftsbury State Park State Park Free
Sweet Pond State Park State Park Free
Taconic Mountains Ramble State Park Free
Taconic Trail State Park State Park Free
Weybridge Cave State Park State Park Free
Wilgus State Park State Park Free
Woodford State Park State Park Free

Trails Near Benson

500+ trails found near Benson.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
APPALACHIAN TRAIL/LONG TRAIL 19.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
LONG 17.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
LONG 16.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
LONG 9.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
APPALACHIAN TRAIL/LONG TRAIL 8.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
APPALACHIAN TRAIL/LONG TRAIL 7.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
CORRIDOR 7 7.0 SNOW - - -
NORTH POND 6.8 SNOW - - -
APPALACHIAN TRAIL/LONG TRAIL 6.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
FR 10 6.1 SNOW - - -
CORRIDOR 7 4.6 SNOW - - -
GULF BROOK 4.4 SNOW - - -
APPALACHIAN 4.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
CHANDLER RIDGE 4.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes -
PATTERSON BROOK 4.2 SNOW - - -
DORSET HOLLOW 4.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes -
CORRIDOR 7 - FR 30 TO 11/30 4.0 NATIVE MATERIAL - Yes -
APPALACHIAN TRAIL/LONG TRAIL 3.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
TEXAS GAP 3.9 SNOW - - -
LEICESTER HOLLOW 3.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes -
BOILING SPRING 3.8 SNOW - - -
GREEN MOUNTAIN 3.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
THE DARNING NEEDLE 3.6 SNOW - - -
VELOMONT - PERSPIRATION 3.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes -
SWAN'S MILL 3.5 SNOW - - -
VELOMONT - TUNNEL RIDGE 3.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes -
RIDGE 3.4 SNOW - - -
DORSET RIDGE 3.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes -
CARYL BROOK 3.2 SNOW - - -
CARYL BROOK 3.2 NATIVE MATERIAL - Yes -
TAYLOR BROOK 3.2 SNOW - - -
ROUND ROBIN (C-7) 3.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
VELOMONT - SWAN'S MILL 3.1 SNOW - Yes -
CORRIDOR 7 3.1 SNOW - - -
HALFDAN KUHNLE 3.1 SNOW - - -
CHITTENDEN BROOK 3.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
CHITT. BK. X/C SKI 3.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
CHITT. BK. X/C SKI 3.0 SNOW - - -
VELOMONT - PESKY CAIRN 3.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes -
HOMER STONE MEADOW 3.0 SNOW - - -
EMILY PROCTOR 2.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
BLOODROOT GAP 2.8 SNOW - - -
ALPHONSE QUESNEL 2.8 SNOW - - -
HAYES BROOK 2.7 NATIVE MATERIAL - Yes -
BLUE RIDGE MOUNTAIN 2.7 SNOW - - -
SILVER MOOSE 2.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes -
STEAM MILL 2.5 SNOW - - -
CORRIDOR 7 - FR 30 TO 11/30 2.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes -
LONG 2.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
MORRILL BROOK 2.5 NATIVE MATERIAL - Yes -
ALPHONSE QUESNEL 2.4 SNOW - - -
EAST DORSET 2.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
MT. MOOSALAMOO 2.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes -
CORRIDOR 7 - FR 30 TO 11/30 2.4 NATIVE MATERIAL - Yes -
TEN KILNS 2.4 SNOW - - -
FURNACE BROOK 2.4 SNOW - - -
LEFFERTS POND 2.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
LEFFERTS POND 2.4 SNOW - - -
OAK RIDGE 2.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes -
ALPHONSE QUESNEL 2.3 SNOW - - -
WIDOW'S CLEARING 2.3 SNOW - - -
CALIFORNIA LOT 2.2 SNOW - - -
ROUND ROBIN (C-7) 2.2 SNOW - - -
UPPER LITTLE MICHIGAN 2.2 SNOW - - -
VELOMONT - SWAN DIVE 2.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes -
NORTH BRANCH 2.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
LAKE 2.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
VELOMONT - TUNNEL RIDGE 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes -
MOOSE LOOP 2.1 SNOW - - -
RATTLESNAKE CLIFF 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
VELOMONT - CHITTY BANG BANG 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes -
SHERBURNER 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes -
PINE BROOK 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
PINE BROOK 2.1 SNOW - - -
WILLARD MOUNTAIN 2.1 SNOW - - -
A AND D 2.1 SNOW - - -
CORRIDOR 7 - FR 30 TO 11/30 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes -
CORRIDOR 7 2.0 SNOW - - -
PUSS AND KILL 2.0 SNOW - - -
SUCKER BROOK BLUEBERRY HILL 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL - Yes -
SUCKER BROOK BLUEBERRY HILL 2.0 SNOW - - -
UTLEY BROOK 2.0 SNOW - - -
UTLEY BROOK 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL - Yes -
KEEWAYDIN EAST 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
VELOMONT - PERSPIRATION 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes -
FURNACE BROOK ALTERNATE 1.9 SNOW - - -
CATAMOUNT STEAM MILL RD BYPASS 1.9 SNOW - - -
VELOMONT - SAP BOILER 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes -
TURNPIKE 1.9 SNOW - - -
CLARK BROOK 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
MOSES POND 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes -
MOSES POND 1.9 SNOW - - -
MAD TOM 1.9 SNOW - - -
LONG 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
JONES BROOK WEST 1.9 SNOW - - -
ABBEY POND 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
CANTY 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
FRENCH SETTLEMENT 1.8 SNOW - - -
MEADOW BROOK 1.8 SNOW - - -
C-4/7 SARGENT BROOK AT X-ING 1.8 SNOW - - -
TAYLOR BROOK 1.8 SNOW - - -
FR 10 1.8 SNOW - - -
CHITTENDEN BROOK 1.8 SNOW - - -
CATAMOUNT - ROMANCE RUN 1.8 SNOW - - -
GOSHEN DAM 1.8 SNOW - - -
AMENTAS WAY 1.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes -
FR 10 1.8 SNOW - - -
OAK RIDGE 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
CORRIDOR 7 1.7 SNOW - - -
CATAMOUNT - SPRUCE LODGE 1.7 SNOW - - -
SKYLIGHT POND TRAIL WEST 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
VELOMONT - OLD GENTS 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes -
COOLEY GLEN 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
LENORD'S LOOP 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL - Yes -
TUNNEL BROOK 1.6 SNOW - - -
LONG 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
OAK RIDGE 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
LONG 1.6 SNOW - - -
OLD JOB 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
CHITT. BK. OUTER LOOP 1.6 SNOW - - -
CHITT. BK. OUTER LOOP 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
LONG 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
JENNY COOLIDGE 1.6 SNOW - - -
FR 54/59 BYPASS 1.5 SNOW - - -
FR 60 1.5 SNOW - - -
CATAMOUNT SOUTH POND CONNECTOR 1.5 SNOW - - -
OHLY ROLLER 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL - Yes -
VELOMONT - SWAN'S MILL 1.5 SNOW - Yes -
TURNPIKE 1.5 SNOW - - -
PUSS AND KILL ALTERNATE 1.4 SNOW - - -
BOWL MILL 1.4 SNOW - - -
BLOODROOT GAP 1.4 SNOW - - -
BOONDOCKS 1.4 SNOW - - -
WILD WINGS - BLUE JAY 1.4 SNOW - - -
BEGINNER'S LOOP 1.4 SNOW - - -
LONG 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
JENNY COOLIDGE 1.3 SNOW - - -
ROOTBEER RIDGE 1.3 SNOW - - -
SLAB BRIDGE BROOK 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL - Yes -
CARYL BROOK 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL - Yes -
CARYL BROOK 1.3 SNOW - - -
LITTLE MICHIGAN 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL - Yes -
LITTLE MICHIGAN 1.3 SNOW - - -
FLYING SQUIRREL 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL - Yes -
CATAMOUNT - OLD TURNPIKE RD 1.3 SNOW - - -
HOGBACK LOOP 1.3 SNOW - - -
HOGBACK LOOP 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL - Yes -
FR 10 1.3 SNOW - - -
CHITTENDEN BROOK 1.3 SNOW - - -
SHERBURNER 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes -
CORRIDOR 7 1.3 SNOW - - -
GREENDALE 1.2 SNOW - - -
GOSHEN DAM 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL - Yes Yes
HOGBACK LOOP 1.2 SNOW - - -
HOGBACK LOOP 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL - Yes -
FR 10 1.2 SNOW - - -
FR 60 1.2 SNOW - - -
CATAMOUNT - 30 TO 11 1.2 SNOW - - -
MT. CARMEL 1.2 SNOW - - -
GOSHEN DAM 1.2 SNOW - - -
ASH HILL 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL - Yes -
ASH HILL 1.2 SNOW - - -
ASH HILL 1.1 SNOW - - -
ASH HILL 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL - Yes -
JONES BROOK EAST 1.1 SNOW - - -
GREENDALE NORTH 1.1 SNOW - - -
LIBERTY HILL 1.1 SNOW - - -
SUCKER BROOK HISTORIC 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes -
WALLINGFORD POND 1.1 SNOW - - -
SUCKER BROOK - HISTORIC 1.1 SNOW - - -
ROUND ROBIN (C-7) 1.1 SNOW - - -
ROOTBEER RIDGE 1.1 SNOW - - -
MINNIE BAKER 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
MINNIE BAKER 1.1 SNOW - - -
WATER TOWER SUNDOWN 1.1 SNOW - - -
WATER TOWER SUNDOWN 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
BATTELL 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
WILD WINGS - LOON 1.1 SNOW - - -
HORSESHOE 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
STEWART 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL - Yes -
SUMMIT ROAD 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
MOOSALAMOO AREA SKI 1.0 SNOW - - -
COOLEY GLEN 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
BLUE RIDGE MOUNTAIN 1.0 SNOW - - -
HAPGOOD NATURE 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
STEWART 1.0 SNOW - - -
WIDOW'S CLEARING 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
PUSS AND KILL 1.0 SNOW - - -
SILVER LAKE 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
BEAVER MEADOWS 1.0 SNOW - - -
TURNPIKE 1.0 SNOW - - -
MOOSALAMOO CAMPGROUND LOOP 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL - Yes -
FR 60 1.0 SNOW - - -
HOMER STONE SNOWMOBILE 1.0 SNOW - - -
WILD WINGS - SNOW GOOSE 1.0 SNOW - - -
CATAMOUNT - 30 TO 11 1.0 SNOW - - -
BURNT HILL 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
OAK RIDGE 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
THOUSAND ACRE 1.0 SNOW - - -
BLOODROOT GAP 0.9 SNOW - - -
LONG 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
APPALACHIAN TRAIL/LONG TRAIL 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
ROCKY POINT INTERPRETIVE 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
WATER TOWER NORTH STAR 0.9 SNOW - - -
TUNNEL BROOK 0.9 SNOW - - -
BAKER PEAK 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
HORSESHOE -NORTH COUNTRY 0.9 SNOW - - -
MEADOW BROOK PARKING ACCESS 0.9 SNOW - - -
MIND ERASER 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL - Yes -
GOSHEN 0.9 SNOW - - -
WILDER 0.9 SNOW - - -
TUNNEL BROOK 0.9 SNOW - - -
GOSHEN DAM 0.9 SNOW - - -
AUNT JENNY 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
ROOTBEER RIDGE 0.9 SNOW - - -
CLARK BROOK 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
TOOTSIE ROLL 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL - Yes -
FR 60 0.9 SNOW - - -
SILVER LAKE 0.9 SNOW - - -
SILVER LAKE 0.9 SNOW - - -
APPALACHIAN TRAIL/LONG TRAIL 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
ICE BEDS 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
CLEMENT SHELTER ROAD C4/7 CONN 0.8 SNOW - - -
CATAMOUNT - LINCOLN GAP 0.8 SNOW - - -
CATAMOUNT - PERU 0.8 SNOW - - -
LONG 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
SPIKEHORN 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL - Yes -
CONTEST 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes -
PUSS AND KILL ALTERNATE 0.8 SNOW - - -
NEW BOSTON 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
NEW BOSTON 0.8 SNOW - - -
STONE PLACE 0.8 SNOW - - -
STONE PLACE 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL - Yes -
SUCKER BROOK 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
CORRIDOR 7 0.8 SNOW - - -
DEER LEAP 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
FASSETT HILL 0.8 SNOW - - -
UTLEY BROOK 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL - Yes -
UTLEY BROOK 0.8 SNOW - - -
CORRIDOR 7 0.7 SNOW - - -
SILVER LAKE 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
CORRIDOR 7 0.7 SNOW - - -
CEMETERY RUN 0.7 SNOW - - -
CORRIDOR 7 - FR 30 TO 11/30 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes -
FIFIELD 0.7 SNOW - - -
PUSS AND KILL EXTENSION 0.7 SNOW - - -
CORRIDOR 7 0.7 SNOW - - -
DEER RUN 0.7 SNOW - - -
PACA'S PATH 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL - Yes -
NORSKE 0.7 SNOW - - -
BEGINNER'S LOOP 0.7 SNOW - - -
WIDOW'S CLEARING 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
WIDOW'S CLEARING 0.7 SNOW - - -
HAPPY FRENCH 0.7 SNOW - - -
HEWITT BROOK 0.7 SNOW - - -
APPALACHIAN TRAIL/LONG TRAIL 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
GREEN MOUNTAIN CONNECTOR 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
BURNT HILL 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
BLUE RIDGE MOUNTAIN 0.7 SNOW - - -
UTLEY EAST 0.7 SNOW - - -
MOSES POND ROAD 0.6 SNOW - - -
WIDOW'S CLEARING 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
TEXAS FALLS NATURE 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
LEE TODD 0.6 SNOW - - -
BATTELL 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
LONG 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
MAD TOM 0.6 SNOW - - -
VELOMONT - FERN AND TURNS 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes -
CATAMOUNT - ROMANCE RUN 0.6 SNOW - - -
DEVILS DEN 0.6 SNOW - - -
WIDOW'S CLEARING 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
BEAVER MEADOWS 0.6 SNOW - - -
CATAMOUNT - LINCOLN GAP 0.6 SNOW - - -
CATAMOUNT - ROMANCE RUN 0.6 SNOW - - -
LONG 0.6 SNOW - - -
LOST HORIZON 0.6 SNOW - - -
CORRIDOR 7 - FR 30 TO 11/30 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes -
ROCKY POINT INTERPRETIVE 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes -
SKYLIGHT POND TRAIL WEST 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
CATAMOUNT - MENDON BROOK 0.6 SNOW - - -
ROOTBEER RIDGE 0.6 SNOW - - -
MARTELL MEADOW 0.6 SNOW - - -
WILLOW RUN 0.6 SNOW - - -
GOSHEN 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
WATER TOWER AFTERNOON DELIGHT 0.6 SNOW - - -
UTLEY EAST 0.6 SNOW - - -
GOSHEN DAM 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
POND VIEW 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL - Yes -
CATAMOUNT - TIN SHANTY 0.5 SNOW - - -
LITTLE ROCK POND LOOP 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
CATAMOUNT - 30 TO 11 0.5 SNOW - - -
CORRIDOR 7 0.5 SNOW - - -
MORRILL BROOK 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL - Yes -
LONG 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
CORRIDOR 7 0.5 SNOW - - -
MAD TOM 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
NORSKE 0.5 SNOW - - -
NORTH COUNTRY CONNECTOR 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
CORRIDOR 7 0.5 SNOW - - -
CHITTENDEN BROOK 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
CHITTENDEN BROOK 0.5 SNOW - - -
CATAMOUNT - BREWERS CORNER 0.5 SNOW - - -
JENNY COOLIDGE 0.5 SNOW - - -
CORRIDOR 7 0.5 SNOW - - -
GOSHEN DAM 0.5 SNOW - - -
STEAM MILL 0.5 SNOW - - -
BOONDOCKS 0.5 SNOW - - -
HOMER STONE/WALLINGFORD CONNEC 0.5 SNOW - - -
JENNY COOLIDGE 0.5 SNOW - - -
ALPHONSE QUESNEL 0.5 SNOW - - -
GOSHEN DAM 0.5 - Yes -
VELOMONT - PERSPIRATION 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes -
BLUE HERON RUN 0.4 SNOW - - -
ROBERT FROST UPLAND 0.4 SNOW - - -
ROBERT FROST UPLAND 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
MT. CARMEL 0.4 SNOW - - -
SUKI'S ALLEY 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL - Yes -
WILD WINGS - CHICKADEE 0.4 SNOW - - -
BLACKBERRY RUN 0.4 SNOW - - -
SHERBURNER 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes -
WATER TOWER CROSSWALK 0.4 SNOW - - -
LONG 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
VELOMONT - CREAMERY RUN 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes -
COOLEY GLEN 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
TRUCK HILL 0.4 SNOW - - -
MARSH BROOK CONNECTOR 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes -
FASSETT HILL 0.4 SNOW - - -
CORRIDOR 7 0.4 SNOW - - -
CAMPGROUND SPUR 0.4 SNOW - - -
CAMPGROUND SPUR 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
SILENT CLIFF 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
WHITE RIVER 0.4 SNOW - - -
A.O.A. 0.4 SNOW - - -
FR 10 0.4 SNOW - - -
OLD JOB 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
CATAMOUNT - 30 TO 11 0.3 SNOW - - -
WILKINSON TRAIL 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL - Yes -
SHANNIE'S LOOP 0.3 SNOW - - -
WILD WINGS - WOODCOCK 0.3 SNOW - - -
STEAM MILL 0.3 SNOW - - -
MEADOW BROOK 0.3 SNOW - - -
BOILING SPRING 0.3 SNOW - - -
BUCKLIN 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
RIDGE 0.3 SNOW - - -
NORTH POND CUTOFF 0.3 SNOW - - -
EMILY PROCTOR 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
CHITT. BK. X/C SKI 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
CHITT. BK. X/C SKI 0.3 SNOW - - -
CUB 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
CATAMOUNT - LINCOLN GAP 0.3 SNOW - - -
WATER TOWER TREPIDATION 0.3 SNOW - - -
VELOMONT - SWAN'S MILL 0.3 SNOW - Yes -
SUCKER BROOK HISTORIC 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes -
KEEWAYDIN 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
BEGINNER'S LOOP 0.3 SNOW - - -
KEEWAYDIN 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
NETTLES 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
NETTLES 0.3 SNOW - - -
ALPHONSE QUESNEL 0.3 SNOW - - -
ALPHONSE QUESNEL 0.3 SNOW - - -
SUCKER BROOK 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
GOSHEN DAM 0.3 SNOW - - -
FR 10 0.3 SNOW - - -
MINNIE BAKER C-7 CONNECTOR 0.3 SNOW - - -
GOSHEN DAM 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL - Yes -
SWAN'S MILL 0.3 SNOW - - -
SUCKER BROOK - HISTORIC 0.3 SNOW - - -
VELOMONT - CREAMERY RUN 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes -
WILD WINGS - MACCUAIG'S FIELD 0.3 SNOW - - -
LAKE 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
GOSHEN DAM 0.3 SNOW - - -
SHERBURNE PASS 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
GREENWALL SHELTER SPUR AT/LT 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
SNOW GOOSE 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
SNOW GOOSE 0.3 SNOW - - -
CATAMOUNT - 30 TO 11 0.2 SNOW - - -
WILD WINGS - CHICKADEE 0.2 SNOW - - -
NEW BOSTON 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
ROBERT FROST CONNECTOR 0.2 SNOW - - -
GEORGIE'S PATH 0.2 OTHER Yes - -
LEICESTER HOLLOW 0.2 SNOW - - -
HOGBACK CUTOFF 0.2 SNOW - - -
WILKINSON TRAIL 0.2 SNOW - - -
HOMER STONE BROOK 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
LEICESTER HOLLOW 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes -
LAKE 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
HOMER STONE 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
HOMER STONE SNOWMOBILE 0.2 SNOW - - -
BEAVER DAM 0.2 SNOW - - -
ROBERT FROST INTERPRETIVE 0.2 SNOW - - -
ROBERT FROST INTERPRETIVE 0.2 OTHER Yes - -
MTN MEADOWS - NORTH RIDGE 0.2 SNOW - - -
HOGBACK/BEGINNER'S CUTOFF 0.2 SNOW - - -
HOGBACK/BEGINNER'S CUTOFF 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL - Yes -
STONE PLACE 0.2 SNOW - - -
STONE PLACE 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL - Yes -
CORRIDOR 7 0.2 SNOW - - -
CANTY 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
GOSHEN DAM 0.2 SNOW - - -
LONG 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
PELKEY PATH 0.2 SNOW - - -
FR 10 0.2 SNOW - - -
EMILY PROCTOR 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
WALLINGFORD POND SPUR B 0.2 SNOW - - -
BATTELL 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
HOMER STONE BROOK 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
ROUND ROBIN (C-7) 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
DEER LEAP 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
VELOMONT - SWAN'S MILL 0.2 SNOW - Yes -
ROBERT FROST UPLAND SPUR 0.2 SNOW - - -
ROBERT FROST UPLAND SPUR 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
CCC CAMP 0.2 SNOW - - -
DEER RUN 0.2 SNOW - - -
FURNACE BROOK 0.2 SNOW - - -
NORTH BRANCH 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes -
NORTH COUNTRY GATEWAY 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
MEADOW BROOK 0.2 SNOW - - -
WILD WINGS - CHICKADEE 0.2 SNOW - - -
TEXAS FALLS NATURE 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
MOOSALAMOO AREA SKI 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
WHITE ROCKS CLIFF 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
CORRIDOR 7 0.2 SNOW - - -
LAKE 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
SWAN'S MILL 0.1 SNOW - - -
CATAMOUNT - PERU 0.1 SNOW - - -
ROUTE 73 FEEDER 0.1 SNOW - - -
MUD POND 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
MOOSALAMOO AREA SKI 0.1 SNOW - - -
VELOMONT - SWAN'S MILL 0.1 SNOW - Yes -
DEER LEAP OVERLOOK 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
CHITT BK OUTER LOOP CONN. 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
CHITT BK OUTER LOOP CONN. 0.1 SNOW - - -
WILKINSON TRAIL 0.1 SNOW - - -
WILKINSON TRAIL 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL - Yes -
ALPHONSE QUESNEL 0.1 SNOW - - -
CCC CAMP 0.1 SNOW - - -
CHITTENDEN BROOK BEAVER POND 0.1 SNOW - - -
CHITTENDEN BROOK BEAVER POND 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
HOMER STONE SNOWMOBILE 0.1 SNOW - - -
HORSESHOE -NORTH COUNTRY 0.1 SNOW - - -
FR 10 0.1 SNOW - - -
ALPHONSE QUESNEL 0.1 SNOW - - -
BREADLOAF SPUR 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
VOTER BROOK CONNECTOR 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
NORSKE 0.1 SNOW - - -
TEXAS FALLS NATURE 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
HEWITT BROOK 0.1 SNOW - - -
SKYLIGHT POND TRAIL EAST 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
WILKINSON TRAIL 0.1 SNOW - - -
ROOTBEER RIDGE 0.1 SNOW - - -
GREENDALE NORTH 0.1 SNOW - - -
LINCOLN GAP WEST VISTA 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
SUCKER BROOK HISTORIC 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes -
DEER LEAP 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
VELOMONT - ATLAS 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes -
CORRIDOR 7 0.1 SNOW - - -
VALLEY ACCESS 0.1 SNOW - - -
LONG 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
SHERBURNE PASS 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
CEMETERY RUN 0.1 SNOW - - -
NORTH VISTA 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
LONG 0.1 SNOW - - -
BEAVER POND CROSSING 0.1 SNOW - - -
KEEWAYDIN 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
EAST DORSET 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
BEGINNER'S LOOP ALTERNATE 0.1 SNOW - - -
VALLEY ACCESS 0.1 SNOW - - -
NORTH COUNTRY GATEWAY 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
WATER TOWER CONNECTOR 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
WATER TOWER CONNECTOR 0.1 SNOW - - -
MOUNT HORRID - GREAT CLIFF 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
MT. CARMEL 0.1 SNOW - - -
BEAVER POND CUTOFF 0.1 SNOW - - -
GREAT CLIFF CONNECTOR 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
LOST POND SHELTER SPUR 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
FR 10 0.1 SNOW - - -
ZIP 0.1 SNOW - - -
SKYLIGHT POND TRAIL WEST 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
CHURCHILL SCOTT SHELTER 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
MTN MEADOWS - POND PLUNGE 0.1 SNOW - - -
HORSESHOE -NORTH COUNTRY 0.1 SNOW - - -
VELOMONT - BOULDER DASH 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes -
ALPHONSE QUESNEL 0.1 SNOW - - -
DOMED LEDGE VISTA AT/LT 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
BROMLEY SHELTER 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
ROOTBEER RIDGE 0.1 SNOW - - -
OLD JOB SHELTER SPUR 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
HOMER STONE BROOK 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
WILD WINGS - GOSHAWK 0.0 SNOW - - -
CLARENDON SHELTER AT/LT 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
HORSESHOE 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
ROUTE 73 FEEDER 0.0 SNOW - - -
LAKE TRAIL SPUR 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
ROBERT FROST UPLAND 0.0 OTHER Yes - -
ROBERT FROST UPLAND 0.0 SNOW - - -
NORTH COUNTRY GATEWAY 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
WALLINGFORD POND SPUR A 0.0 SNOW - - -
MINERVA HINCHEY SHELTER AT/LT 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
VELOMONT - FERN AND TURNS 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes -
MOOSALAMOO CAMPGROUND LOOP 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL - Yes -

Museums in Benson

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
FORT TICONDEROGAHISTORIC PRESERVATION5185852821$2,865,708
PENFIELD HOMESTEAD MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM5185973804$105,949
TICONDEROGA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION5185857868$72,254
WHITEHALL SKENE MANOR PRESERVATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION5184991906$46,923
MOUNT INDEPENDENCE COALITIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION$2,650
BRANDON MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM8022476401
BRANDON TOWN HALLHISTORIC PRESERVATION
BRIDPORT HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
CASTLETON HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
CHRISTINE PRICE GALLERYART MUSEUM
HAGUE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
HISTORIC HULETTS LANDINGHISTORIC PRESERVATION
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF WHITEHALLHISTORIC PRESERVATION12 WILLIAM STREET
MIDDLETOWN SPRINGS HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATIONPARK AVE8022352561
MOUNT INDEPENDENCE STATE HISTORIC SITEHISTORIC PRESERVATION497 MOUNT INDEPENDENCE ROAD8027592412
MT INDEPENDENCE STATE HISTORICHISTORIC PRESERVATION8029482000
POULTNEY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION1499 E MAIN STREET8022875252
SHOREHAM HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATIONP O BOX 156 ROUTE 22-A
SKENESBOROUGH MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM5184990716
TICONDEROGA HERITAGE MUSEUM MONTCALM STGENERAL MUSEUM137 MONTCALM STREET

Libraries in Benson

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
BRANDON FREE PUBLIC4 FRANKLIN ST.0.072,384
TICONDEROGA BLACK WATCH MEMORIAL LIBRARY99 MONTCALM STREET0.034,371
POULTNEY PUBLIC205 MAIN ST., STE 10.034,216
FAIR HAVEN FREE107 MAIN ST.0.08,393
CASTLETON FREE638 MAIN ST.0.07,595
WHITEHALL FREE LIBRARY12 WILLIAMS STREET0.05,372
PLATT MEMORIAL279 MAIN ST.0.05,044
ORWELL FREE LIBRARY473 MAIN ST.0.03,276
HAMMOND LIBRARY OF CROWN POINT, N. Y.2732 MAIN STREET0.02,755
MIDDLETOWN SPRINGS PUBLIC39 WEST ST.0.02,340
SALISBURY FREE PUBLIC918 MAPLE ST.0.01,092
BENSON PUBLIC2724 STAGE RD.0.0441

Farmers Markets in Benson

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Brandon Farmers MarketCentral Park, Rt. 705/22/2015 to 10/09/2015Fri: 9:00 AM-2:00 PM;Yes
Castleton Village Farmers' MarketMain Street
Fair Haven Market (hosted by The Vermont Farmers MarketOn The Green06/07/2018 to 10/25/2018Thu: 3:00 AM-6:00 PM;Visit
Poultney Farmers MarketMain St.June to OctoberThu:9:00 AM - 2:00 PM;YesVisit
TICONDEROGA AREA FARMERS MARKETRoute 9N, Southwest of the Liberty Monument07/05/2014 to 10/11/2014Sat: 10:00 AM-1:00 PM;Visit
Whitehall Farmers MarketSaunders St

Hotels in Benson

2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Silver Bay Inn
William Boyd Center

Restaurants in Benson

1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Wheel Inn Restaurant

Theatres in Benson

1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Auditorium

Banks in Benson

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

The First National Bank of Orwell

Ski Resorts Near Benson

4 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Killington 126.0 23 1,285 $90 November - May - Yes
Stratton 92.0 13 1,181 $90 November - April Yes Yes
Okemo 70.0 20 1,019 $86 November - April Yes Yes
Whiteface-Lake Placid 35.0 11 1,340 $79 November - April - Yes

Daycare Centers in Benson

3 licensed childcare and daycare facilities.

Facility Type Phone Status
A.R.K AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM AT ORWELL
494 MAIN STREET
SCHOOL BASED, AFTERSCHOOL CHILD CARE PROGRAM (802) 948-2871 OPEN
BENSON VILLAGE SCHOOL PRESCHOOL PROGRAM
32 SCHOOL STREET
SCHOOL BASED, CBCCPP (802) 537-2491 OPEN
ORWELL EARLY EDUCATION PROGRAM
494 MAIN ST
CENTER BASED, CBCCPP (802) 948-2871 OPEN

Cell Towers in Benson

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
(Castleton site) SUMMIT OF GRANDPA KNOBTOWER95
Whitehall: DICK HYATT RDTOWER82
Whitehall: DICK HYATT RDTOWER82
68 Decker Hill RoadMTOWER34
Mt. Defliance Cell Site Mt. Defliance, Mt Difliance RoadTOWER27

Fire Stations in Benson

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Benson Volunteer Fire DepartmentPO Box 163Volunteer802-537-3791
Orwell Fire Department604 Main STVolunteer802-948-2392
Putnam Volunteer Fire Company43 Fire House LNVolunteer518-547-9982

Bridges in Benson

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertSteel1972334,400F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel193949750G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel194999700F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel195059460F
Truss (Thru)Steel199159218F
SlabPrestressed concrete197946150G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel198559100G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel198582100G
CulvertSteel19983186G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19935760G
SlabConcrete19822850G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19293041P

Amtrak Stations in Benson

4 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Brandon, VT20 Park StreetBUS
Castleton, VT266 Main StreetTRAIN
Ticonderoga, NYNYS Hwy 74 and Sandy RedoubtTRAIN
Whitehall, NY154 Main StreetTRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Benson

2 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
OMYA VERPOL PLANT10 WHIPPLE HOLLOW RDRUTLAND
OMYA VERPOL PLANT10 WHIPPLE HOLLOW RDRUTLAND

Airports Near Benson

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Edward F Knapp State AirportMPVMedium Airport
Floyd Bennett Memorial AirportGFLMedium Airport
Rutland - Southern Vermont Regional AirportRUTMedium Airport
Archdale Meadows Airport-Small Airport
Ardell Flying Field-Small Airport
Argyle Airport-Small Airport
Ass-Pirin Acres Airport-Small Airport
August Field-Small Airport
Axinn Airport-Small Airport
Bailey Airport-Small Airport
Basin Harbor Airport-Small Airport
Bennetts Airport-Small Airport
Bonebender Airport-Small Airport
Bostwick Farm Airport-Small Airport
Brandon Airport-Small Airport
Brisson Airport-Small Airport
Catalano Airfield-Small Airport
Chapin Field-Small Airport
Cub Field-Small Airport
E.A.Deeds Farm Airport-Small Airport
Equinox Landing Field-Small Airport
Frogs End Airport-Small Airport
Garnseys Airport-Small Airport
Granville Airport-Small Airport
Harris Airport-Small Airport
Heber Airpark-Small Airport
Holloway Airport-Small Airport
Hulett Landing Strip-Small Airport
Ketcham Landing Area Airport-Small Airport
Lake Placid AirportLKPSmall Airport
Little Goose Farm Airport-Small Airport
Mach Personal Strip-Small Airport
Manning Personal Airstrip-Small Airport
Marcy Field-Small Airport
Maule's Roost Airport-Small Airport
Meadow STOLport-Small Airport
Melrose Springs Airfield-Small Airport
Middlebury State Airport-Small Airport
Mortimer Brown Landing-Small Airport
Mountain View Airport-Small Airport
Muddy Paw Airport-Small Airport
North Windham Airport-Small Airport
Onyon Airport-Small Airport
Papp Airpark-Small Airport
Russell Field-Small Airport
Saratoga County Airport-Small Airport
Schroon Lake Airport-Small Airport
Shelburne Airport-Small Airport
Shelburne Farms Airport-Small Airport
Sky Acres Airport-Small Airport

Police Stations in Benson

2 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Castleton State College Public Safety
State Police

Grocery Stores in Benson

3 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Benson General Store IncConvenience Store2813 Route 22a
Dollar General 17963Other3101 VT Route 22a
Orwell One StopConvenience Store330 Vermont 22a

Post Offices in Benson

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Dresden Station Post Office
Orwell Post Office538 Main Street

Treatment Centers in Benson

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
FortySeven Main Street IncMental Health800-287-5325

Churches & Religious Organizations in Benson

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
UNION CHAPEL ASSOCIATION OF SABBATH DAY POINT NEW YORKAT SABBATH DAY POINT ROAD
UNITED CHURCH OF BENSON INC2774 STAGE RD

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UFO Sightings
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Mines
3
Active and inactive mining sites tracked by the Mine Safety and Health Administration
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Frequently Asked Questions About Benson

What is the population of Benson?

Benson has a population of 191 residents and is located in Vermont. The population density is 49 people per square mile, spread across 3.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 34.9 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.7% female and 50.3% male.

Is Benson expensive to live in?

Benson has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 98 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $33,214, 56% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $164,100 (42% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,094 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Benson safe?

Benson is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 113 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,166 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Benson receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Benson?

Benson has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 21°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 246 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 42.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 31.

How is the job market in Benson?

The unemployment rate in Benson is 5.9%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $1,130. There are 2,662 business establishments in the area, including 209 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 27 minutes, and 10.9% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Benson?

The median home value in Benson is $164,100. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $292,209. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,094. Fair market rent is $1,203 for a 1-bedroom and $1,487 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 55.7%. The average annual property tax is $6,886.

How are the schools in Benson?

Schools in Benson score 5.8 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 1.6% of adults in Benson hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.3% have completed high school. 1.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Benson?

The obesity rate in Benson is 34.4% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 13.0% of adults are smokers. 19.3% are physically inactive. 27.5% of residents report depression. 6.5% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 80.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,377.

What is transportation like in Benson?

The average commute in Benson is 27 minutes. 79.7% of workers drive alone to work, and 10.9% work from home.

What are the demographics of Benson?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Benson is 97.4% White, 2.6% Black or African American. 97.3% of residents speak only English at home. 12.2% of the population are military veterans. 12.5% of residents have a disability. 96.1% have health insurance coverage.

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