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Benton, WI
Full City Profile · Wisconsin · Lafayette County County
Benton, WI
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 $63,594 , which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,892. The unemployment rate stands at 2.6% (28% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 510 business establishments, including 34 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Benton is $139,300 , 51% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $188,159. Median rent is $1,079/month, with 22.6% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 94.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1961.
Safety & Crime
Benton reports 80 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 79% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 561/100K.
Education
17.1% of adults in Benton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below the national average). 95.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Benton has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 40.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.