Benton, TN
Full City Profile · Tennessee · Polk County County
Benton, TN
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 $35,000 , which is 53% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $22,473. The unemployment rate stands at 9.3% (158% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 11.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 340 business establishments, including 27 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Benton is $167,700 , 41% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $268,985. Median rent is $530/month, with 29.8% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 91.9 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1987.
Safety & Crime
Benton reports 211 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 44% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 493/100K.
Education
11.3% of adults in Benton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below the national average). 80.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Benton has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 57.6 inches.