Benton, IA

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Benton Overview

22
TOTAL POPULATION
12
MALE POPULATION
10
FEMALE POPULATION
120.00
MALES / 100 FEMALES
83.33
FEMALES / 100 MALES
56.5
MEDIAN AGE
2.9
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.4
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$29,609
PER CAPITA INCOME
$46,250
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
59.6%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
40.4¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.31
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
10
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
45.5%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE

Benton Zip Codes

Benton Area Codes

Race in Benton

The most populous races in Benton are , and White / Caucasian (22 | 100.0%).
Race in Benton
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American00.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino00.0%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian22100.0%
Two or more Races00.0%
Some other Race00.0%
Total22100.0%

Ancestry in Benton

The most populous ancestries reported in Benton are American (9 | 40.9%), Irish (3 | 13.6%), and Dutch (2 | 9.1%), together accounting for 63.6% of all Benton residents.
Ancestry in Benton
Ancestry# Population% Population
American940.9%
Dutch29.1%
Irish313.6%
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Immigrants in Benton

Immigrants in Benton
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
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Sex and Age in Benton

Sex and Age in Benton

The most populous age groups in Benton are 15 to 19 Years (2 | 16.7%) for men and 45 to 49 Years (2 | 20.0%) for women.
Sex and Age in Benton
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 19 Years2 (16.7%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years2 (16.7%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 39 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)1 (10.0%)
45 to 49 Years0 (0.0%)2 (20.0%)
50 to 54 Years2 (16.7%)2 (20.0%)
55 to 59 Years2 (16.7%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years1 (8.3%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 69 Years0 (0.0%)2 (20.0%)
70 to 74 Years2 (16.7%)0 (0.0%)
75 to 79 Years1 (8.3%)2 (20.0%)
80 to 84 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
85 Years and over0 (0.0%)1 (10.0%)
Total12 (100.0%)10 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Benton

Median Family Size in Benton

Median Family Size in Benton
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple7 (100.0%)2.86
Single Male/Father0 (0.0%)-
Single Female/Mother0 (0.0%)-
Total Families7 (100.0%)2.86

Median Household Size in Benton

Median Household Size in Benton
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple7 (77.8%)2.86
Single Male/Father0 (0.0%)-
Single Female/Mother0 (0.0%)-
Non-family2 (22.2%)1.00
Total Households9 (100.0%)2.44

Household Size by Marriage Status in Benton

Out of a total of 9 households in Benton, 7 (77.8%) are family households, while 2 (22.2%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 4, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 2.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Benton
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-2 (22.2%)
2-Person Households4 (44.4%)0 (0.0%)
3-Person Households3 (33.3%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total7 (77.8%)2 (22.2%)

Female Fertility in Benton

Fertility by Age in Benton

Female Fertility by Age in Benton
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Benton

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Benton
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Benton

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Benton
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Benton

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Benton
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Benton

Income Overview in Benton

CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income22$29,609
Median Family Income7$0
Mean Family Income7$66,414
Median Household Income9$46,250
Mean Household Income9$60,489
Income Deficit7$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)2259.57%
Wage / Income Gap ($)2240.43¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index220.31

Earnings by Sex in Benton

Average Earnings in Benton are $26,875, $23,750 for men and $58,750 for women, a difference of 59.6%.
Earnings by Sex in Benton
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male6 (54.5%)$23,750
Female5 (45.5%)$58,750
Total11 (100.0%)$26,875

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Benton

The most common earnings brackets in Benton are $25,000 to $29,999 for men (2 | 33.3%) and $65,000 to $74,999 for women (2 | 40.0%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Benton
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less1 (16.7%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $4,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $7,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $12,4991 (16.7%)0 (0.0%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $22,4991 (16.7%)1 (20.0%)
$22,500 to $24,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $29,9992 (33.3%)0 (0.0%)
$30,000 to $34,9990 (0.0%)1 (20.0%)
$35,000 to $39,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$40,000 to $44,9991 (16.7%)0 (0.0%)
$45,000 to $49,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $54,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$55,000 to $64,9990 (0.0%)1 (20.0%)
$65,000 to $74,9990 (0.0%)2 (40.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000+0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total6 (100.0%)5 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Benton

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Benton
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma--
College or Associate's Degree--
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$23,750$58,750

Family Income in Benton

Family Income Brackets in Benton

According to the Benton family income data, there are 3 families falling into the $35,000 to $49,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 42.9% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Benton
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,99900.0%
$25,000 to $34,999114.3%
$35,000 to $49,999342.9%
$50,000 to $74,999114.3%
$75,000 to $99,999114.3%
$100,000 to $149,999114.3%
$150,000 to $199,99900.0%
$200,000+00.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Benton

2-person families (4 | 57.1%) account for the highest median family income in Benton with $43,750 per family, while 2-person families (4 | 57.1%) have the highest median income of $21,875 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Benton
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families4 (57.1%)$43,750
3-Person Families3 (42.9%)$0
4-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
5-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
6-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total7 (100.0%)$0

Family Income by Number of Earners in Benton

Family Income by Number of Earners in Benton
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners2 (28.6%)$0
1 Earner3 (42.9%)$41,250
2 Earners1 (14.3%)$0
3+ Earners1 (14.3%)$0
Total7 (100.0%)$0

Household Income in Benton

Household Income Brackets in Benton

With 3 households falling in the category, the $35,000 to $49,999 income range is the most frequent in Benton, accounting for 33.3% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Benton
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,999111.1%
$25,000 to $34,999111.1%
$35,000 to $49,999333.3%
$50,000 to $74,999222.2%
$75,000 to $99,999111.1%
$100,000 to $149,999111.1%
$150,000 to $199,99900.0%
$200,000+00.0%

Household Income by Householder Age in Benton

The median household income in Benton is $46,250, with the highest median household income of $53,750 found in the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 4 households (44.4%) fall into this category.
Household Income by Householder Age in Benton
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)$0
25 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)$0
45 to 64 Years5 (55.6%)$0
65+ Years4 (44.4%)$53,750
Total9 (100.0%)$46,250

Poverty in Benton

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Benton

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Benton
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Benton

According to the poverty statistics in Benton, males aged 16 and 17 years and females aged 35 to 44 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Benton
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)1 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years2 (100.0%)4 (100.0%)
55 to 64 Years3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years2 (100.0%)2 (100.0%)
75 Years and over1 (100.0%)3 (100.0%)
Total12 (100.0%)10 (100.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Benton

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Benton
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Benton

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Benton
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Benton

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Benton
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Characteristics in Benton

Employment by Class of Employer in Benton

Among the 10 employed individuals in Benton, private company employees (9 | 90.0%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (1 | 10.0%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Benton
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees990.0%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)00.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)110.0%
Not-for-profit Organizations00.0%
Local Government Employees00.0%
State Government Employees00.0%
Federal Government Employees00.0%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total10100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Benton

Employment Status by Age in Benton
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years5 (83.3%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years1 (50.0%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total10 (45.5%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Benton

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Benton
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma4 (80.0%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree3 (75.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total10 (83.3%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Benton

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Benton

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Benton
OccupationMaleFemale
Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)5 (50.0%)5 (50.0%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Benton are , and Healthcare Support (2 | 20.0%).
Services Occupations in Benton

Services Occupations by Sex

Services Occupations by Sex in Benton
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Security & Protection0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Total (Overall)5 (50.0%)5 (50.0%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Benton are Sales & Related (2 | 20.0%), and Office & Administration (2 | 20.0%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Benton

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Benton
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Office & Administration0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Total (Category)2 (50.0%)2 (50.0%)
Total (Overall)5 (50.0%)5 (50.0%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Benton are , and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (3 | 30.0%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Benton

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Benton
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)5 (50.0%)5 (50.0%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Benton are , and Production (1 | 10.0%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Benton

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Benton
OccupationMaleFemale
Production0 (0.0%)1 (100.0%)
Transportation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)0 (0.0%)1 (100.0%)
Total (Overall)5 (50.0%)5 (50.0%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Benton

Employment Industries in Benton

The major employment industries in Benton include Health Care & Social Assistance (4 | 40.0%), Retail Trade (2 | 20.0%), and Finance & Insurance (1 | 10.0%).
Employment Industries in Benton

Employment Industries by Sex in Benton

Employment Industries by Sex in Benton
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation & Warehousing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)1 (100.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Public Administration0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total5 (50.0%)5 (50.0%)

Education in Benton

School Enrollment in Benton

School Enrollment in Benton
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool00.0%
Kindergarten00.0%
Elementary School00.0%
Middle School00.0%
High School2100.0%
College / Undergraduate00.0%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total2100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Benton

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Benton
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Benton

Science & technology (3 | 60.0%), business (1 | 20.0%), and arts & humanities (1 | 20.0%) are the most common fields of study among 5 individuals in Benton who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Benton
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural00.0%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology00.0%
Social Sciences00.0%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology360.0%
Business120.0%
Education00.0%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History00.0%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities120.0%
Total5100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Benton

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Benton

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Benton are males with 5 or more vehicles (4, accounting for 80.0%) and females with 5 or more vehicles (4, making up 80.0%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Benton
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Vehicles1 (20.0%)1 (20.0%)
3 Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
4 Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Vehicles4 (80.0%)4 (80.0%)
Total5 (100.0%)5 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Benton

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Benton are 10 to 14 minutes (4 commuters, 44.4%), 20 to 24 minutes (2 commuters, 22.2%), and 60 to 89 minutes (2 commuters, 22.2%).
Commute Time in Benton
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes111.1%
5 to 9 Minutes00.0%
10 to 14 Minutes444.4%
15 to 19 Minutes00.0%
20 to 24 Minutes222.2%
25 to 29 Minutes00.0%
30 to 34 Minutes00.0%
35 to 39 Minutes00.0%
40 to 44 Minutes00.0%
45 to 59 Minutes00.0%
60 to 89 Minutes222.2%
90 or more Minutes00.0%

Commute Time by Sex in Benton

The most common commute times in Benton are 10 to 14 minutes (3 commuters, 60.0%) for males and 60 to 89 minutes (2 commuters, 50.0%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Benton
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes1 (20.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Minutes3 (60.0%)1 (25.0%)
15 to 19 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Minutes1 (20.0%)1 (25.0%)
25 to 29 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes0 (0.0%)2 (50.0%)
90 or more Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Benton

The most frequent times of departure to work in Benton are 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM (3, 60.0%) for males and 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM (2, 50.0%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Benton
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM0 (0.0%)1 (25.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM0 (0.0%)2 (50.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM0 (0.0%)1 (25.0%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM2 (40.0%)0 (0.0%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM3 (60.0%)0 (0.0%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total5 (100.0%)4 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Benton

Occupancy by Ownership in Benton

Of the total 9 dwellings in Benton, owner-occupied units account for 9 (100.0%), while renter-occupied units make up 0 (0.0%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Benton
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units9100.0%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units00.0%
Total Occupied Housing Units9100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Benton

Occupancy by Household Size in Benton
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household222.2%
2-Person Household444.4%
3-Person Household333.3%
4+ Person Household00.0%
Total Housing Units9100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Benton

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Benton
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
2-Person Household4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3-Person Household3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
4+ Person Household0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total Housing Units9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Benton

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Benton
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
College/Associate Degree4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Benton

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Benton
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years00.0%
35 to 44 Years00.0%
45 to 54 Years222.2%
55 to 64 Years333.3%
65 to 74 Years222.2%
75 to 84 Years222.2%
85 Years and Over00.0%
Total9100.0%

Housing Finances in Benton

Median Income by Occupancy in Benton

Median Income by Occupancy in Benton
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied9 (100.0%)$46,250
Renter-Occupied0 (0.0%)$0
Average9 (100.0%)$46,250

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Benton

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Benton
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $19,9991 (11.1%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $24,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,9991 (11.1%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,9993 (33.3%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,9992 (22.2%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9991 (11.1%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $149,9991 (11.1%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Benton

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Benton
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3002 (22.2%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$500 to $7994 (44.4%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $9992 (22.2%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000 to $1,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,500 to $1,9991 (11.1%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Benton

Housing Structures in Benton

Housing Structures in Benton
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached888.9%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments00.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments00.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments00.0%
Mobile Home / Other111.1%
Total9100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Benton

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Benton
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mobile Home / Other1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Benton

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Benton
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
4 or 5 Rooms2 (22.2%)0 (0.0%)
6 or 7 Rooms4 (44.4%)0 (0.0%)
8 or more Rooms3 (33.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Benton

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Benton
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas2 (22.2%)0 (0.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas4 (44.4%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity1 (11.1%)0 (0.0%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels1 (11.1%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used1 (11.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Benton

Household Vehicle Usage in Benton
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Vehicles4 (44.4%)0 (0.0%)
3 or more Vehicles5 (55.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Benton

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Benton

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units81
Median Property Value$65,000$0
Median Household Income$43,750$0
Monthly Housing Costs$600$0
Real Estate Taxes--

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Benton

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Benton
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,0003 (37.5%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,9993 (37.5%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $299,9992 (25.0%)1 (100.0%)
$300,000 to $499,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total8 (100.0%)1 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Benton

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Benton
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,9991 (12.5%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,9991 (12.5%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,9993 (37.5%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,9992 (25.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $149,9991 (12.5%)1 (100.0%)
$150,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total8 (100.0%)1 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Benton

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Benton
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x6 (75.0%)0 (0.0%)
2.0x to 2.9x1 (12.5%)0 (0.0%)
3.0x to 3.9x0 (0.0%)1 (100.0%)
4.0x or more1 (12.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total8 (100.0%)1 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Benton

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Benton
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $8004 (50.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,4990 (0.0%)1 (100.0%)
$800 to $1,4994 (50.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total8 (100.0%)1 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Benton

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Benton

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Benton
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years2 (66.7%)1 (33.3%)
65 to 74 Years4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total21 (95.5%)1 (4.5%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Benton

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Benton
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Benton

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Benton
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0001 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $49,9999 (90.0%)1 (10.0%)
$50,000 to $74,9993 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9993 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 and over5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Benton

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Benton
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 60 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)1 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
55 to 64 Years1 (33.3%)1 (33.3%)
65 to 74 Years4 (100.0%)2 (50.0%)
75 Years and over4 (100.0%)2 (50.0%)
Total13 (59.1%)12 (54.5%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Benton

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Benton
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years1 (20.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years1 (50.0%)1 (50.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)2 (66.7%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Benton

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Benton: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years1 (50.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Benton: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years1 (20.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)1 (33.3%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Benton: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Benton: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)1 (50.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)2 (66.7%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Benton: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Technology Access in Benton

Computing Device Access in Benton

Computing Device Access in Benton
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop555.6%
Smartphone666.7%
Tablet444.4%
No Computing Device00.0%
Total9100.0%

Internet Access in Benton

Internet Access in Benton
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home444.4%
Cellular Data Only00.0%
Satellite Internet222.2%
No Internet333.3%
Total9100.0%

Benton Summary

Benton is a city located in Benton County, Iowa, United States. The population was 1,845 at the 2010 census. It is the county seat of Benton County.

History

Benton was founded in 1851 by William Benton, a settler from Ohio. The city was named after him. The first post office in Benton was established in 1853. The city was incorporated in 1858.

Geography

Benton is located at 41°59'25" North, 91°45'45" West (41.990278, -91.762472). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.2 square miles (3.1 km2), all of it land.

Economy

Benton's economy is largely based on agriculture. The city is home to several grain elevators, a feed mill, and a fertilizer plant. The city also has a few small businesses, including a hardware store, a grocery store, and a restaurant.

Demographics

As of the census of 2010, there were 1,845 people, 745 households, and 486 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,539.2 people per square mile (593.7/km2). There were 809 housing units at an average density of 674.2 per square mile (260.2/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 97.3% White, 0.2% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.2% from other races, and 1.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.2% of the population.
There were 745 households, out of which 28.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 51.2% were married couples living together, 9.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 35.7% were non-families. 32.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 17.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.35 and the average family size was 2.94.
In the city, the population was spread out, with 24.2% under the age of 18, 7.2% from 18 to 24, 24.2% from 25 to 44, 24.2% from 45 to 64, and 20.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 91.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 87.2 males.
The median income for a household in the city was $37,500, and the median income for a family was $45,000. Males had a median income of $31,250 versus $21,250 for females. The per capita income for the city was $18,845. About 6.2% of families and 8.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 10.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Benton?
Total Population of Benton is 22.
What is the Total Male Population of Benton?
Total Male Population of Benton is 12.
What is the Total Female Population of Benton?
Total Female Population of Benton is 10.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Benton?
There are 120.00 Males per 100 Females in Benton.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Benton?
There are 83.33 Females per 100 Males in Benton.
What is the Median Population Age in Benton?
Median Population Age in Benton is 56.5 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Benton
Average Family Size in Benton is 2.9 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Benton
Average Household Size in Benton is 2.4 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Benton?
Per Capita income in Benton is $29,609.
What is the Median Household income in Benton?
Median Household Income in Benton is $46,250.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Benton?
Income or Wage Gap in Benton is 59.6%.
Women in Benton earn 40.4 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Benton?
Inequality or Gini Index in Benton is 0.31.
How Large is the Labor Force in Benton?
There are 10 People in the Labor Forcein in Benton.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Benton?
45.5% of People are in the Labor Force in Benton.