Median Income
$63,594
15% lower than US avg
Home Value
$139,300
51% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
17.1%
49% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,079
7% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
43.1%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
7.1%
43% lower than US avg
How Benton Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population904
Median Age37.6 yrs
Density1,076/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans5.4%
Economy
A
Median Income$63,594
Per Capita$30,892
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty7.1%
County GDP$932M
Commute23 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$139,300
Rent$1,079
Ownership77.2%
Zillow$188,159
Rent Burden22.6%
Health
Obesity43.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.5%
Heart Disease6.1%
Climate
Avg Temp47°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain40.0 in/yr
Elevation919 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+17.1%
High School+95.2%
School Score5.81
Community
2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%
Commute23 min
Broadband87.2%
Libraries7
Is Benton a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Benton receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity 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 $63,594, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. Only 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Benton is $139,300, 51% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,079 per month. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
17.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Benton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.0 inches, including 42.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Benton has a population of 904 with a density of 1,076 people per square mile. The median age is 37.6 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.8%), with 1.3% Hispanic.
Population
37.6yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.8% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.2% |
| 91% below US avg |
The median household income in Benton is $63,594, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $63,594 |
| 15% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $30,892 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $968 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $62,765 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.6% |
| 28% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 7.1% |
| 43% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 510 |
| County GDP | $932M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 34 |
| Healthcare | 20 |
| Retail | 42 |
| Manufacturing | 24 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,400 |
| 26% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.16% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 23.4 min |
| Drive Alone | 86.1% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 4.1% |
The median home value in Benton is $139,300, 51% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,079 (7% below US avg). 77.2% of homes are owner-occupied. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $188,159.
Home Values
| Census Median | $139,300 |
| 51% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $188,159 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,079 |
| 7% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 22.6% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $797 |
| 1 Bedroom | $872 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,097 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,405 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,572 |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 77.2% |
| Owner-Occupied | 77.2% |
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,400 |
| 26% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.16% |
In Benton, 43.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.5% report depression. 30.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Benton vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 43.1% |
| 34% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.2% |
| Heart Disease | 6.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.3% |
| Asthma | 11.4% |
| COPD | 7.2% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 21.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 30.1% |
| Depression | 26.5% |
| Mental Distress | 19.0% |
| Physical Distress | 14.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 98.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.7% |
| Premature Death | 7,606/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 47.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 20 |
Crime Rates: Benton vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
Safety Score
Benton has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Temperature
18°F Jan (-8°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 46.7°F |
| 14% below US avg |
| January Average | 18°F (-8°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 40.0 inches |
| 5% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 42.8 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 919 ft (280 m) |
| Area | 0.8 sq mi (2.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,076/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.5700°N, 90.3835°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County FIPS | 55065 |