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Benton, LA
Full City Profile · Louisiana · Bossier Parish County
Benton, LA
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 $59,744 , which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,075. The unemployment rate stands at 1.9% (47% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 9.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 3,667 business establishments, including 280 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Benton is $192,800 , 32% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $341,812. Median rent is $829/month, with 33.1% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 88.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1981.
Safety & Crime
Benton reports 69 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 82% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,105/100K.
Education
18.7% of adults in Benton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below the national average). 93.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Benton has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 304 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 54.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.