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Benton, IL
Full City Profile · Illinois · Jefferson County County
Benton, IL
At a Glance
How Benton Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Benton's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Benton a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Benton residents earn a median household income of $51,349 , which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,940. The unemployment rate stands at 1.3% (64% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 15.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 858 business establishments, including 86 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Benton is $85,100 , 70% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $115,064. Median rent is $776/month, with 31.7% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 100.0 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1959.
Safety & Crime
Benton reports 1,534 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 304% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 14,724/100K.
Education
18.5% of adults in Benton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below the national average). 85.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Benton has an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 297 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.