Benton, AR

Arkansas · Saline County · Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway Metro

Benton is a mid-size city in Arkansas with a population of 35,954. Residents earn $69,638 per year, which is 7% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0

B Good

35,954 Population 1,556/sq mi density

$69,638 Median Income $38,002 per capita

$199,400 Home Value $238,319 Zillow

$1,003 Median Rent 26.1% income on rent

63°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr

570 Violent Crime/100K 3,574 property/100K

Overall

3.4 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

Economy

4.2 / 5.0

$69,638 median income, 2.9% unemployment

A+

Affordability

5.0 / 5.0

$199,400 home value, $1,003/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

570 violent crimes/100K (50% above avg)

Education

3.3 / 5.0

28.6% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $69,638

7% lower than US avg

Home Value $199,400

29% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 570/100K

50% higher than US avg

Bachelor's+ 28.6%

15% lower than US avg

Median Rent $1,003

14% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 34.9%

9% higher than US avg

Unemployment 2.9%

19% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 6.2%

50% lower than US avg

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

People

Population35,954

Median Age37.8 yrs

Density1,556/mi²

Male / Female50% / 50%

Largest GroupWhite 80%

Veterans7.9%

Economy

Median Income$69,638

Per Capita$38,002

Unemployment2.9%

Poverty6.2%

County GDP$4,029M

Commute24 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$199,400

Rent$1,003

Ownership65.1%

Zillow$238,319

Housing Units15,522

Rent Burden26.1%

Crime

Violent570/100K

Property3,574/100K

Murder10.8/100K

Assault439/100K

Burglary544/100K

Health

Obesity34.9%

Uninsured9.7%

Smoking15.3%

Depression26.4%

Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain53.4 in/yr

Sunny Days301/yr

Elevation459 ft (140 m)

Education

Bachelor's+28.6%

High School+93.3%

Graduate+8.6%

School Score6.20

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 29%

Commute24 min

Broadband89.2%

EV Stations4

Libraries2

Is Benton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Benton receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates. Benton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Benton is $69,638, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. Only 6.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Benton is $199,400, 29% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,003 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 570 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 / something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,574 per 100,000, 82% above the national average.

Education

28.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Benton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 53.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Benton has a population of 35,954 with a density of 1,556 people per square mile, spread across 22.7 square miles. The median age is 37.8 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.1% female and 49.9% male. The city is predominantly White (80.3%), with 1.9% Hispanic, 10.1% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 95% of residents. 7.9% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 16.9% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 94.2% have health insurance coverage.

Population

35,954

Total Population

1,556

People / sq mi

37.8yrs

Median Age

3% below US avg

22.7mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%

Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Benton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 95.0%

21% above US avg

Spanish 5.0%

63% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Benton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Benton is $69,638, which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $38,002. The average weekly wage is $913, 36% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 2,457 business establishments, including 189 restaurants. The cost of living index is 86.9, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes. 7.5% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Benton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$69,638
	7% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$38,002
Avg Weekly Wage	$913
IRS Avg AGI	$74,788
Gini Index	0.407 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.9%
	19% below US avg
Poverty Rate	6.2%
	50% below US avg
Establishments (County)	2,457
County GDP	$4,029M

Business (County)

Restaurants	189
Healthcare	320
Retail	321
Manufacturing	75

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$2,834
	19% below US avg
Cost of Living	86.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	1.42%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	23.7 min
Drive Alone	81.5%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	7.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Benton is $199,400, 29% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $238,319, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 97.3% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $1,003 (14% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,115 for a one-bedroom to $1,347 for a two-bedroom apartment. 65.1% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 15,522 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1994. The average annual property tax is $2,834 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 26.1% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.9x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$199,400
	29% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$238,319
Median List Price	$240,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$240,000
$/Sq Ft	$141
Homes Sold	34
Sale-to-List Ratio	97.3%
Price Drops	22.2%
Inventory	149

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,003
	14% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)	$1,396
Rent Burden	26.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$1,007
1 Bedroom	$1,115
2 Bedrooms	$1,347
3 Bedrooms	$1,873
4 Bedrooms	$2,213

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	65.1%
Owner-Occupied	65.1%
Renter-Occupied	34.9%
Housing Units	15,522
Median Year Built	1994

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$2,834
	19% below US avg
Effective Rate	1.42%

In Benton, 34.9% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.7% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.8% of residents. 36.0% have high blood pressure. 15.3% are current smokers. 17.2% report binge drinking. 28.6% are physically inactive. 26.4% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.0% experience frequent mental distress. 9.7% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,556. The dentist ratio is 1:2,962. 51.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.4 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	34.9%
	9% above US avg
Diabetes	9.7%
Heart Disease	5.8%
High Blood Pressure	36.0%
Asthma	10.4%
COPD	6.7%
Cancer	7.3%
Stroke	3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	15.3%
	9% above US avg
Binge Drinking	17.2%
Physical Inactivity	28.6%
Depression	26.4%
Mental Distress	19.0%
Physical Distress	13.8%
Short Sleep	38.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	94.2%
Uninsured	9.7%
	13% above US avg
Primary Care	1:2,556
Dentists	1:2,962
Mental Health	1:617
Checkup Rate	77.3%
Dental Visits	58.7%
Premature Death	9,602/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.4/10
Exercise Access	51.5%
Healthcare Facilities	320

Benton has a violent crime rate of 570 per 100,000 residents, 50% above the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 438.6 per 100,000, robbery at 72.7, rape at 48.4. The murder rate is 10.8 per 100,000 (above the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 3,574 per 100,000, 82% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 2,691, burglary at 544, vehicle theft at 339 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 15 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Benton receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	570.5/100K
	50% above US avg
Murder	10.8/100K
	71% above US avg
Rape	48.4/100K
Robbery	72.7/100K
Assault	438.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	3,573.6/100K
	82% above US avg
Burglary	543.6/100K
Theft	2,691.0/100K
Vehicle Theft	339.1/100K
Arson	16.2/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	15
Traffic Accidents	714
Avg Accident Severity	2.3 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Benton enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 301 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 53.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 1.3 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43. The city sits at an elevation of 459 feet.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)

Annual Average	62.6°F
	16% above US avg
January Average	42°F (5°C)
July Average	83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days	301 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	459 ft (140 m)
Area	22.7 sq mi (58.9 km²)
Population Density	1,556/sq mi
Coordinates	34.5774°N, 92.5726°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	Saline County County
Nearest Airport	Bill And Hillary Clinton Ntl/Adams Field (LIT) 22 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 53.4"

41% above US avg

Snowfall 1.3"

Wettest Month (Apr) 5.39"

Driest Month (Aug) 3.31"

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Low
Risk Score	77.6 / 100
Social Vulnerability	29.1 / 100
Community Resilience	54.5 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively Moderate
Hurricane	Very Low
Earthquake	Relatively Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively Moderate
Hail	Relatively Moderate
Strong Wind	Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave	Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather	Relatively Moderate
Lightning	Relatively High
Ice Storm	Very High
Drought	Very Low
Cold Wave	Relatively Low
Landslide	Relatively Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

230 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M2.9 on Jan 3, 2025.

Feb 28, 2011	4 km NE of Greenbrier, Arkansas	M4.7	79 km
May 4, 2001	8 km NNW of Holland, Arkansas	M4.3	78 km
Feb 18, 2011	4 km NNE of Greenbrier, Arkansas	M4.1	79 km
Feb 18, 2011	3 km NNE of Greenbrier, Arkansas	M3.9	78 km
Apr 8, 2011	3 km NE of Greenbrier, Arkansas	M3.9	78 km
Feb 17, 2011	4 km NNE of Greenbrier, Arkansas	M3.8	80 km
Jun 4, 2014	3 km ESE of Fairfield Bay, Arkansas	M3.8	115 km
Apr 7, 2011	2 km NE of Greenbrier, Arkansas	M3.7	77 km
Feb 20, 2011	3 km NNE of Greenbrier, Arkansas	M3.6	78 km
Feb 28, 2011	4 km NNE of Greenbrier, Arkansas	M3.6	79 km
Feb 25, 2011	4 km NNE of Greenbrier, Arkansas	M3.5	80 km
Nov 15, 1990	16 km NNW of Hector, Arkansas	M3.5	122 km
Mar 3, 2011	0 km N of Greenbrier, Arkansas	M3.5	76 km
Mar 9, 2011	1 km NW of Greenbrier, Arkansas	M3.5	76 km
Apr 8, 2011	2 km NNE of Greenbrier, Arkansas	M3.5	78 km
Feb 16, 2011	4 km NNE of Greenbrier, Arkansas	M3.5	79 km
Jun 27, 2000	15 km WSW of Marshall, Arkansas	M3.4	142 km
Feb 19, 2011	4 km NNE of Greenbrier, Arkansas	M3.4	79 km
May 22, 2013	16 km WSW of Center Ridge, Arkansas	M3.4	81 km
May 24, 2013	16 km WSW of Center Ridge, Arkansas	M3.4	81 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Laura (2020, Cat 1).

Year	Name	Category	Closest
2020	Laura	Category 1	291 km

Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

600 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 124 fatalities, 1,790 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Apr 27, 2014	EF4	24 km	16
Feb 5, 2008	EF4	74 km	13
Mar 1, 1997	EF4	8 km	10
Mar 1, 1997	EF4	21 km	5
Mar 1, 1997	EF4	62 km	0
Apr 3, 1968	EF4	99 km	5
Apr 10, 1965	EF4	54 km	6
Mar 21, 1952	EF4	75 km	2
Mar 31, 2023	EF3	18 km	0
Apr 25, 2011	EF3	43 km	1
Apr 30, 2010	EF3	95 km	1
May 10, 2008	EF3	91 km	0
May 2, 2008	EF3	82 km	5
Nov 27, 2005	EF3	62 km	1
Nov 27, 2005	EF3	58 km	0
Nov 27, 2005	EF3	42 km	0
May 4, 2003	EF3	51 km	0
Dec 18, 2002	EF3	63 km	1
Jan 21, 1999	EF3	34 km	0
Jan 21, 1999	EF3	73 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (8,607 ac, 2013).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2013	UNNAMED	8,607	59 km
2006	UNNAMED	5,604	55 km
2018	UNNAMED	5,396	100 km
2006	FLATSIDE	5,256	52 km
2021	LITTLE FIR 16	5,096	83 km
2024	RX MIDDLE NORTH FORK UNITS 3/4/5/6	4,854	70 km
2020	VANDERSLICE 1 AND 2	4,647	84 km
2006	UNNAMED	4,553	40 km
2014	UNNAMED	4,491	99 km
2022	EAST END BEAR MOUNTAIN	4,472	68 km
2010	REDBANK CREEK NORTH	4,466	77 km
2013	UNNAMED	4,461	53 km
2003	UNNAMED	4,436	63 km
2006	UNNAMED	4,109	68 km
2003	UNNAMED	3,997	53 km
2014	UNNAMED	3,968	53 km
2021	CW CRYSTAL MOUNTAIN	3,943	74 km
2000	UNNAMED	3,938	42 km
2019	RX - FULTON BRANCH AREA 3-9	3,893	98 km
2016	UNNAMED	3,752	100 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	42°F (5°C)	3.4 in	Coldest
February	45°F (7°C)	3.7 in
March	53°F (12°C)	5.2 in
April	62°F (17°C)	5.4 in	Wettest
May	69°F (21°C)	5.4 in
June	77°F (25°C)	4.1 in
July	83°F (28°C)	4.1 in	Warmest
August	80°F (27°C)	3.3 in	Driest
September	73°F (23°C)	4.3 in
October	62°F (17°C)	4.1 in
November	51°F (11°C)	5.4 in
December	43°F (6°C)	5.0 in

Benton has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 42°F in January to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 53.2 inches, with April being the wettest month (5.4") and August the driest (3.3").

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Benton is located in Saline County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 28.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 15% below the national average of 33.7%. 93.3% have completed high school. 8.6% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 6.2 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 69% of the vote, a 40.2-point margin. 89.2% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 4 EV charging stations. There are 2 public libraries serving the community. 320 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 81.5% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69%

D 28.8%

Winner: Republican by 40.2 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	15
Traffic Accidents	714
Avg Accident Severity	2.3 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	28.6%
	15% below US avg
High School+	93.3%
Graduate Degree+	8.6%
School Test Score	6.20

B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2	Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density	1,556/sq mi
Total Area	22.7 sq mi
County	Saline County County

Services

Broadband Access	89.2%
Avg Download Speed	67.3 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	11.3 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	4
Alt Fuel Stations	6
Public Libraries	2
Healthcare Facilities	320
Restaurants	189
Retail Stores	321

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	23.7 min
Drive Alone	81.5%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	7.5%

Average costs for common services in Benton. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$217 ($130–$348)
Specialist Visit	$304 ($174–$478)
Urgent Care Visit	$174 ($87–$304)
Emergency Room Visit	$1,912 ($695–$4,345)
Dental Cleaning	$113 ($65–$174)
Dental Filling	$217 ($130–$348)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$39 ($22–$65)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$65 ($43–$104)
Brake Pad Replacement	$261 ($130–$435)
Tire Rotation	$35 ($17–$65)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$521 ($348–$869)
Battery Replacement	$174 ($87–$304)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$87 ($52–$130)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$78 ($43–$122)
HVAC Repair	$348 ($130–$695)
HVAC System Install	$6,083 ($3,476–$10,428)
Roof Repair	$869 ($348–$1,738)
Roof Replacement	$7,821 ($4,780–$13,035)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,304 ($435–$3,042)
Divorce (Contested)	$13,035 ($4,345–$26,070)
DUI Defense	$4,345 ($1,738–$8,690)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,304 ($695–$2,607)
Will Preparation	$435 ($174–$869)
Trust Preparation	$2,173 ($869–$4,345)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$22 ($13–$39)
Women's Haircut	$48 ($26–$87)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$130 ($65–$217)
Manicure	$22 ($13–$39)
Pedicure	$35 ($22–$56)
Massage (1 Hour)	$70 ($43–$113)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$3.56 ($2.61–$4.78)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.04 ($2.17–$4.35)
Loaf of Bread	$3.30 ($2.17–$4.78)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$3.91 ($2.61–$5.65)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$4.78 ($3.48–$6.52)
Rice (per lb)	$0.87 ($0.52–$1.56)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$122 ($70–$217)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$61 ($26–$130)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$61 ($35–$104)
Internet (Monthly)	$61 ($35–$87)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$56 ($26–$87)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$74 ($43–$130)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$174 ($65–$435)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$1,738 ($1,043–$3,042)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$61 ($26–$113)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$13 ($6.95–$22)
Car Registration (Annual)	$87 ($26–$217)
Driver's License Renewal	$26 ($13–$65)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,043 ($521–$2,173)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$869 ($435–$1,738)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$348 ($174–$608)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$43 ($22–$87)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$869 ($348–$2,173)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$10,863 ($4,345–$26,070)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$52 ($26–$87)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$87 ($43–$174)
Dog Grooming	$52 ($26–$87)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$35 ($17–$65)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$261 ($130–$435)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$174 ($87–$348)

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Top Industries in Saline 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	5,009	341	$51,554	1.27
Retail Trade	4,729	305	$36,781	1.72
Accommodation & Food Services	3,670	201	$21,168	1.47
Construction	2,699	341	$60,556	1.87
Manufacturing	1,471	81	$61,549	0.65
Administrative & Waste Services	1,183	148	$49,787	0.73
Other Services	906	188	$42,067	1.09
Professional & Technical Services	843	224	$72,592	0.44
Transportation & Warehousing	708	81	$50,947	0.61
Finance & Insurance	664	139	$76,670	0.59
Wholesale Trade	562	120	$74,233	0.52
Real Estate	312	116	$46,459	0.73
Arts & Entertainment	242	32	$20,675	0.52
Educational Services	139	18	$18,042	0.24
Information & Technology	136	22	$63,406	0.26
Management of Companies	71	7	$133,985	0.15
Utilities	70	5	$76,592	0.67

Hospitals in Benton

Hospital	Type	CMS Rating	Emergency	Phone
SALINE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL	Acute Care Hospitals	2/5	Yes	(501) 776-6000
RIVENDELL BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SERVICES	Psychiatric	—	Yes	(501) 316-1255

Schools in Benton

13 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
BENTON MIDDLE SCHOOL	Middle	1,367	75	18.2:1
BENTON HIGH SCHOOL	High	1,319	116	11.4:1
BENTON JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL	—	943	62	15.2:1
PERRIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	Elementary	597	34	17.6:1
CALDWELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	Elementary	581	30	19.4:1
RINGGOLD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	Elementary	570	27	21.1:1
ANGIE GRANT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	Elementary	527	28	18.8:1
SALEM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	Elementary	479	31	15.5:1
HURRICANE CREEK ELEMENTARY	Elementary	459	28	16.4:1
WESTBROOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	Elementary	373	21	17.8:1
HARMONY GROVE JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL	Middle	303	25	12.1:1
HARMONY GROVE HIGH SCHOOL	High	299	52	5.8:1
HARMONY GROVE MIDDLE SCHOOL	Middle	269	17	15.8:1

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Radio Stations near Benton

8 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
Cain FM	—	MP3 128 kbps
KABF	blues, public radio	MP3 128 kbps
100.3 The Edge (KDJE)	rock	AAC
Alice 95.5	pop, top 40	AAC
Power 92 Jams	urban contemporary	AAC+ 48 kbps
Alice 107.7	pop, top 40	AAC+ 48 kbps
AM 1090 KAAY	religious	AAC+ 48 kbps
Sports Animal 920	sports	AAC+ 48 kbps

Campgrounds Near Benton

5 campgrounds found near Benton.

Name	Rating	Sites	Price
TOAD SUCK	4.6/5	52	$24–$75
MAUMELLE	4.5/5	143	$28–$75
WILLOW BEACH	4.5/5	24	$26–$75
Gulpha Gorge Campground	4.4/5	40	$34
TAR CAMP	4.4/5	47	$26–$75

National Parks Near Benton

20 national parks and monuments found near Benton.

Park	Type	Fee
Cane Creek State Park	State Park	Free
De Gray State Park	State Park	Free
Hot Springs National Park	National Park	Free
James T. Jordan Municipal Park	State Park	Free
Jenkins Ferry State Park	State Park	Free
Lake Catherine State Park	State Park	Free
Lake Dardanelle State Park	State Park	Free
Lake Ouachita State Park	State Park	Free
Little Rock Central High School National Historic Site	National Historic Site	Free
Marks' Mills State Park	State Park	Free
Mccloy Park	State Park	Free
Mount Nebo State Park	State Park	Free
Petit Jean State Park	State Park	Free
Pinnacle Mountain State Park	State Park	Free
Poison Springs State Park	State Park	Free
Rest Area / Wayside Park	State Park	Free
Toltec Mounds Archeological State Park	State Park	Free
Wayside Park	State Park	Free
White Oak Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Wooly Hollow State Park	State Park	Free

Trails Near Benton

20 trails found near Benton.

Trail	Miles	Surface	Hike	Bike	Horse
OUACHITA NRT	12.5	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
OUACHITA NRT	6.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
OUACHITA NRT	3.7	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
WILDCAT MTN. TRAIL	3.5	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
WILDCAT MTN. TRAIL	3.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
WILDCAT MTN. TRAIL	1.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
CHINQUAPIN LOOP	0.7	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
CHINQUAPIN MTN SPUR	0.7	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
LAKE SYLVIA LOOP	0.7	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
LAKE SYLVIA SPUR	0.6	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
OUACHITA NRT SPUR	0.5	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
CAMP OUACHITA TRAIL	0.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
WILDLIFE LOOP	0.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
FRIENDSHIP TRAIL	0.4	AC- ASPHALT	Yes	Yes	Yes
FRIENDSHIP TRAIL - POND TRAIL	0.2	AC- ASPHALT	Yes	Yes	Yes
NORTH FORK PINNACLE	0.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
TREES OF THE FOREST	0.2	AC- ASPHALT	Yes	Yes	Yes
FLATSIDE PINNACLE	0.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
IRON SPRINGS	0.1	CON - CONCRETE	Yes	Yes	Yes
TREES OF THE FOREST	0.1	IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes

Historical Trends — Benton

Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2013	32,642	$52,474
2015	33,828	$51,778
2017	35,984	$53,817
2019	36,842	$59,029
2021	35,675	$60,813
2023	37,540	$69,638

Museums in Benton

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
WILDWOOD PARK FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	20919 COUNTY ROAD 40	5018217275	$707,947
GRAPEVINE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$69,988
BAUXITE HISTORICAL ASSN MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5015579858	$57,995
OLD STATE HOUSE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		5013249685	$26,961
BENTON ATHLETIC MEMORIAL MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		5017780495
FINE ART GALLERIES	ART MUSEUM
FINE ART GALLERIES - GALLERY I	ART MUSEUM		5015693182
FINE ART GALLERIES - GALLERY II	ART MUSEUM		5015693182
FINE ART GALLERIES - GALLERY III	ART MUSEUM		5015693182
GANN MUSEUM OF SALINE COUNTY	GENERAL MUSEUM	218 S MARKET BENTON
HISTORY HELPERS	GENERAL MUSEUM		5012253935
HOT SPRING COUNTY ARKANSAS HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5013371755
HOT SPRING COUNTY MUSEUM COMMISSION	GENERAL MUSEUM
LITTLE ROCK ZOO	ZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION	1 ZOO DRIVE	5016662406
LITTLE ROCK ZOOLOGICAL GARDENS	ZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION	1 ZOO DRIVE	5016662406
PULASKI COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
SALINE COUNTY HISTORY HERITAGE SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5017783770
UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS AT LITTLE ROCK PLANETARIUM	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM		5015693259
WILSON HISTORY & RESEARCH CENTER	GENERAL MUSEUM		5018217612

Libraries in Benton

Name	Address	Staff	Annual Visits	Circulation	Collection	Programs
SALINE COUNTY LIBRARY	1800 SMITHERS DRIVE	0.0	292,357
MID ARKANSAS REGIONAL LIBRARY SYSTEM	202 EAST THIRD STREET	0.0	127,336

Farmers Markets in Benton

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Arkansas Home Grown Market I	Corner of Cantrell and Pleasant Valley
Arkansas Home Grown Market III	YMCA - 12th & Cleveland
Benton Farmers Market	Market Street side of Courthouse
Westover Hills Farmers Market	6400 Kavanaugh Blvd	05/03/2016 to 10/25/2016	Tue: 4:00 PM-7:00 PM;	Yes	Visit

Breweries in Benton

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Bj's Restaurants, Bj's Restaurant and Brewhouse	Take Out Restaurants, American Restaurant, American Restaurants, Brew Pubs, Restaurants, Sports Bars	2624 S Shackleford Rd	5014042000	Visit
Grumpy's	Bar and Brewery	1801 Green Mountain Dr	(501) 225-3768, 5012253768	Visit
Rafferty's Liquor	Liquor Store, Brewery	13200 I 30	5015559903
Red Gate Liquor Store	Retail Shopping, Little Rock Liquor Stores, Beverages, Breweries, Wine & Distilled Beverages Retail,	13325 Interstate 30	5014553312	Visit
Toddy Shop Inc	Food & Dining, Beverages, Breweries, Retail Shopping, Convenience Stores, Little Rock, AR, Shopping	14001 Cantrell Rd	5012238980

Nursing Homes in Benton

3 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility	Ownership	Beds	Residents	Overall	Health	Staffing	Quality	Phone
ALCOA PINES HEALTH AND REHABILITATION 3300 ALCOA ROAD	For profit - Corporation	120	101	4/5	—	3/5	5/5	5013151700
ARKANSAS HEALTH CENTER 6701 HWY 67	Government - State	290	248	4/5	—	4/5	2/5	5018600500
HEARTLAND REHABILITATION AND CARE CENTER 19701 INTERSTATE 30	Non profit - Corporation	119	103	4/5	—	3/5	5/5	5017788200

Pharmacies in Benton

9 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
FRED'S - 1200	1212 MILITARY ROAD	501-778-2036
FRED'S - 1205	3395 HIGHWAY 5 NORTH	501-653-2241
KROGER	1410 MILITARY ROAD	501-315-3434
SMITH-CALDWELL DRUG STORE	414 NORTH MAIN STREET	501-315-7700
USA DRUG	1024 MILITARY ROAD	501-778-7456
USA DRUG	3525 HIGHWAY 5 NORTH	501-847-5410
WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 85	17309 INTERSTATE HIGHWAY 30	501-778-5041
WALGREENS - 6959	702 MILITARY ROAD	501-860-7372
WEST SIDE PHARMACY INCORPORATED	620 WEST SOUTH STREET	501-778-3151

EV Charging Stations in Benton

Name	Address	Network	Level 2	Connectors	Access
ACDI HQ 1	403 N. Main	Blink Network	1	J1772	public
Campbell Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram	7800 Alcoa Rd	Non-Networked	1	J1772	public
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Little Rock - Tesla Destination	17320 I-30	Tesla Destination	6	J1772 TESLA	public
McLarty Nissan of Benton	19960 I-30	Non-Networked	2	J1772	public

Cell Towers in Benton

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
26999 S. Fairview Road (63900)	GTOWER	128
12009 HIGHWAY 35 (137024)	GTOWER	98
TOP OF SHINALL MTN., WEST OF LITTLE ROCK	TOWER	98
ON ALEXANDER MOUNTAIN, WEST OF LITTLE ROCK WATER TANK	TOWER	93
9552 Old Military Road (63874)	LTOWER	79
OFF HIGHWAY 35 (63894)	LTOWER	79

Fire Stations in Benton

Name	Address	Type	Phone
Benton Fire Department	220 S Main ST	Career	501-776-5960
Salem Fire Department	1785 Salem RD	Volunteer	501-794-2707
Shaw Volunteer Fire Department	5513 Highway 35	Volunteer	501-776-2640
Springhill Volunteer Fire Department District 14	2801 Springhill RD	Volunteer	501-847-4681
Turtle Creek Fire Department	5900 HWY 67	Volunteer	501-776-0744

Power Plants Near Benton

Name	Type	Primary Fuel	Capacity (MW)	Status
FECC SOLAR BENTON	SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC	221114	-92.6	OP

Bridges in Benton

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Culvert	Concrete	1952	31	71,872	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1952	39	68,000	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	2003	336	24,000	G
Culvert	Concrete	2004	35	20,410	F
Culvert	Concrete	2009	22	15,000	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	2003	354	14,000	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	2008	172	13,704	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	2003	504	13,000	G
Tee Beam	Concrete	1920	23	9,000	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	2008	252	8,600	G
Tee Beam	Concrete	1927	50	8,102	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	2008	124	8,000	G
Culvert	Concrete	1934	24	8,000	F
Culvert	Concrete	2005	58	7,840	G
Culvert	Concrete	1958	33	7,308	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	2008	210	6,900	G
Culvert	Steel	2006	24	6,700	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1987	242	6,300	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1987	222	6,300	G
Culvert	Concrete	1987	34	6,200	F
Slab	Concrete	1956	112	5,400	G
Culvert	Concrete	1956	22	5,400	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	2021	250	4,478	G
Culvert	Concrete	2005	30	4,200	F
Culvert	Concrete	1927	24	4,200	F
Channel Beam	Concrete	2021	31	3,400	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1999	1,229	3,300	G
Culvert	Concrete	2012	23	1,800	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1974	42	1,371	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1960	32	940	F
Channel Beam	Concrete	1976	31	760	F
Culvert	Concrete	1985	22	422	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1996	82	311	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1997	40	294	F
Culvert	Concrete	2009	26	263	G
Culvert	Concrete	2015	20	226	G
Culvert	Concrete	2013	28	208	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1934	80	170	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1997	60	66	F
Channel Beam	Concrete	1948	62	66	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1996	600	66	G
Culvert	Concrete	2021	28	30	G

Correctional Facilities in Benton

Name	Address	Type	Population	Capacity	Status
BENTON UNIT	6701 US HWY 67	STATE	320	325	OPEN
SALINE COUNTY DETENTION CENTER	735 S NEELEY ST	COUNTY	236	-999	OPEN

Amtrak Stations in Benton

1 Amtrak stations.

Station	Address	Type
Malvern, AR	200 East First Street	TRAIN

Airports Near Benton

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Bill & Hillary Clinton National Airport/Adams Field	LIT	Medium Airport
Little Rock Air Force Base	LRF	Medium Airport
Memorial Field Airport	HOT	Medium Airport
Pine Bluff Regional Airport, Grider Field	PBF	Medium Airport
Saline County Regional Airport	—	Medium Airport
Allen Brothers Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Anderson Field	—	Small Airport
Arkavalley Airport	—	Small Airport
Benoit Airfield	—	Small Airport
Bent Hickory Air Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Bethal Airport	—	Small Airport
Bredlow Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Brickey Private Airport	—	Small Airport
Bully Henry Airport	—	Small Airport
Cantrell Farms Airport	—	Small Airport
Capps Airport	—	Small Airport
Centerville Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Chael Airport	—	Small Airport
Chatham Airport	—	Small Airport
Conway Regional Airport	—	Small Airport
Country Air Estates Airport	—	Small Airport
County Line Flying Services Airport	—	Small Airport
Coy Airport	—	Small Airport
Crystal Ridge Airport	—	Small Airport
Cypress Creek Airpark	—	Small Airport
Cypress Creek Airport	—	Small Airport
Dexter B Florence Memorial Field	—	Small Airport
Dogwood Airport	—	Small Airport
Eifling Field	—	Small Airport
England Flying Service Airport	—	Small Airport
Farm Brothers Flying Service Atkins Lake Airport	—	Small Airport
Fordyce Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Four Mile Creek Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Franke Field	—	Small Airport
Freedom Field	—	Small Airport
Gillespie Strip	—	Small Airport
Gurdon Lowe Field	—	Small Airport
Hartley Flying Service Airport	—	Small Airport
Heard Airport	—	Small Airport
Heifer Creek Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Heird Hill Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Henderson Airport	—	Small Airport
Henderson Airport	—	Small Airport
Henry Field	—	Small Airport
Hickory Ridge	—	Small Airport
Hiller Ultralight Flightpark	—	Small Airport
John Harris Field	—	Small Airport
Katheryn's Landing Airport	—	Small Airport
Keo Flying Service Airport	—	Small Airport
Mallets Field	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Benton

16 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
	312 Roya Lane
Alexander Police Department
Arkansas State Police Headquarters
Arkansas State Police Troop A
Bauxite Police Department
Benton Police Department
Cammack Village Police Department
Haskell Police Department
Hot Spring County Sheriff's Office
Little Rock Police Department - Northwest Substation	10001 Kanis Road
Little Rock Police Department - Southwest Substation
Malvern Police Department
Perla Police Department
Pulaski County Sheriff - SW Patrol Office
Pulaski County Sheriff Southwest District Office
Saline County Sheriff's Office
Shannon Hills Police Department

Grocery Stores in Benton

32 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
1005 South Street Operations Llc	Convenience Store	1005 W South St
Bp Food Mart	Convenience Store	15541 Interstate 30 S
Circle K 309	Convenience Store	1220 Highway 35 N
Circle K Store	Convenience Store	2908 Congo Rd
Circle K Store 2709964	Convenience Store	620 Military Rd
Circle K Store 2709977	Convenience Store	820 Edison Ave
Circle K Store 2709980	Convenience Store	1219 W South St
Circle K Store 2709993	Convenience Store	19820 Interstate 30 N
Dollar General 12196	Other	1279 Salem Rd
DOLLAR GENERAL 14480	Other	3801 Benton Pkwy
DOLLAR GENERAL 14792	Other	2725 Edison Ave
Dollar General 15120	Other	3904 Congo Rd
Dollar General 20591	Other	4570 Hwy 5
Dollar General 30514	Other	20496 Interstate 30 N
Dollar General 30766	Other	1211 W South St
DOLLAR GENERAL 7836	Other	601 S East St
DOLLAR GENERAL 9420	Other	1225 Military Rd
Dollar Tree 4171	Other	1520 Military Rd
Harps Food Store 138	Super Store	1515 Highway 5 N
Jimmy Mart LLC	Convenience Store	901 Edison Ave
KROGER FOOD & PHARMACY 637	Super Store	1410 Military Rd
Long Hills Express	Convenience Store	3820 Congo Rd
Maverik 5263	Convenience Store	2202 Lincoln Rd
Murphy USA 6801	Convenience Store	17305 I-30
Newcomb Express	Convenience Store	915 Newcomb Dr
Pilot Travel Center 118	Convenience Store	7801 Alcoa Road
Salem Congo Gas & Food	Convenience Store	6680 Congo Rd
Supermercado La Alianza	Grocery Store	18718 Interstate 30 N
The Front Porch Market	Farmers and Markets	1371 Salem Rd
Value Foods 5808 5808	Super Store	1212 Salem Rd
Walgreens 6959	Other	702 Military Rd
Walmart 85	Super Store	17309 Interstate 30 S

Post Offices in Benton

1 post offices.

Post Office	Address
Benton Post Office

Treatment Centers in Benton

15 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Arkansas State Hospital	Mental Health	501-686-9000
Baptist Health Medical Center HSC - Behavioral Health	Both	501-332-7360
Birch Tree Communities Inc - Benton Town	Mental Health	501-315-3344
Birch Tree Communities Inc - Hope House	Mental Health	501-315-3344
Centers for Youth and Families - Day Treatment Program	Mental Health	501-771-5511
Centers for Youth and Families - Little Rock Outpatient Services	Mental Health	501-666-4949
Centers for Youth and Families - Residential	Both	501-666-8686
Freshly Renewed Treatment	Substance Abuse	501-663-0708
Gyst House	Substance Abuse	501-568-1682
Haven Detox Little Rock LLC	Substance Abuse	501-406-0903
Oasis Renewal Center	Substance Abuse	501-376-2747
Recovery Centers of Arkansas - Sibley Center	Substance Abuse	501-372-4611
Recovery Centers of Arkansas - Williamsburg	Substance Abuse	501-372-4611
Rivendell Behavioral Health Services	Both	501-316-1255
Youth Home Inc	Mental Health	501-821-5500

Churches & Religious Organizations in Benton

32 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
AGAPE CHURCH IN WENATCHEE WA	4470 CONGO RD
ARKANSAS WILDERNESS MINISTRY	4971 DETONTI RD
BEDS OF BLESSINGS	7101 HOLICER LN
BENTON FIRST CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE	1203 W SEVIER ST
BETHEL CHAPEL	405 GRAND HASKELL
BIBLE MISSIONARY CHURCH OF BENTON INC	12613 INTERSTATE 30W
CENTERPOINT CHURCH OF BENTON ARKANSAS INCORPORATED	20383 I-30
CHURCHES JOINT COUNCIL ON HUMAN NEED	PO BOX 1146
CITY CHURCH SALT COUNTY	1009 COLT TRL
CORIN READ CHRISTIAN CAMP	917 N EAST ST
EMMANUEL WORSHIP MINISTRIES	PO BOX 1125
FELLOWSHIP BIBLE CHURCH OF SALINE COUNTY	5724 ALCOA RD
FIRST ASSEMBLY OF GOD	1801 HOT SPRINGS HWY
FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH	PO BOX 198
FIRST LUTHERAN CHURCH	1818 HWY I 30
FIRST LUTHERAN SCHOOL BENTON	18181 I30
GRAPE CHAPEL CHURCH OF GOD	7100 HIGHWAY 298
IGLESIA DE JUDA MONTE DE SION CHURCH ARKANSAS INC	109 TALBERT LN
K-9S 4 VETS	351 GRAND AVE
MARK 117 INC	PO BOX 1918
NEW LIFE ASSEMBLY OF GOD	1200 GRAND AVE
NEW LIFE ASSEMBLY OF GOD	1120 GRAND AVE
NEW SONG COMMUNITY CHURCH	PO BOX 1364
NORTHSIDE CHURCH OF CHRIST OF BENTON ARKANSAS	917 N EAST ST
OUTSIDE PRISON GATES MINISTRIES	PO BOX 1732
OVERFLOW LIFE COLLECTIVE	2525 AVILLA SPRINGS CT
PARTNERS IN MISSIONS	4014 HARTFORD HILLS DR
RAY ULERY MINISTRIES INC	212 E ELM HASKELL ST
SHEKINAH ASSEMBLY OF GOD	PO BOX 681
STREET MINISTRY LUKE 9 58	8619 HIGHWAY 67
THE CHURCH OF CHRIST	800 LILLIAN
VERSES INC	501 N MAIN ST

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Frequently Asked Questions About Benton

What is the population of Benton?

Benton has a population of 35,954 residents and is located in Arkansas. The population density is 1,556 people per square mile, spread across 22.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.8 years. The population is 50.1% female and 49.9% male.

Is Benton expensive to live in?

Benton is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 86.9 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $69,638, 7% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $199,400 (29% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,003 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Benton safe?

The violent crime rate in Benton is 570 per 100,000 residents, above the national average of 380. Prospective residents should research specific neighborhoods, as crime rates can vary significantly within the city. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,574 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Benton receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Benton?

Benton enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 301 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 53.4 inches, with 1.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in Benton?

The job market in Benton is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $913. There are 2,457 business establishments in the area, including 189 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 24 minutes, and 7.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Benton?

The median home value in Benton is $199,400. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $238,319. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,003. Fair market rent is $1,115 for a 1-bedroom and $1,347 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 65.1%. The average annual property tax is $2,834.

How are the schools in Benton?

Schools in Benton score 6.2 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 28.6% of adults in Benton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.3% have completed high school. 8.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Benton?

The obesity rate in Benton is 34.9% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 15.3% of adults are smokers. 28.6% are physically inactive. 26.4% of residents report depression. 9.7% lack health insurance. 51.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,556.

What is transportation like in Benton?

The average commute in Benton is 24 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 81.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 7.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of Benton?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Benton is 80.3% White, 10.1% Black or African American, 1.9% Hispanic or Latino. 95% of residents speak only English at home, while 5% speak Spanish. 7.9% of the population are military veterans. 16.9% of residents have a disability. 94.2% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Bryant, AR 21,125 pop · 5.3 mi Haskell, AR 4,035 pop · 6.1 mi Alexander, AR 3,488 pop · 7.5 mi Avilla, AR 1,549 pop · 8.1 mi Shannon Hills, AR 4,557 pop · 10.1 mi East End, AR 6,344 pop · 14.0 mi Landmark, AR 3,679 pop · 14.8 mi Little Rock, AR 202,739 pop · 15.9 mi Sheridan, AR 5,063 pop · 19.2 mi Sweet Home, AR 1,206 pop · 19.6 mi Malvern, AR 10,938 pop · 20.0 mi Wrightsville, AR 1,409 pop · 20.3 mi Maumelle, AR 19,286 pop · 21.4 mi Roland, AR 1,222 pop · 22.7 mi

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City Guide — Benton

Overview 11/11

People 10/10

Economy 13/13

Housing 14/17

Health 25/26

Crime & Safety 11/12

Climate & Environment 17/19

Community 14/14

Cost of Services 2/3

Historical Trends 3/3

Geography 6/6

Places & Facilities 26/32

Explore (Map Features) 5/5

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Is Benton a Good Place to Live?

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Benton vs U.S. Average

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Benton vs U.S. Average

Income: Benton vs U.S.

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

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

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