Lake Benton, MN

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Lake Benton Overview

658
TOTAL POPULATION
289
MALE POPULATION
369
FEMALE POPULATION
78.32
MALES / 100 FEMALES
127.68
FEMALES / 100 MALES
43.8
MEDIAN AGE
3.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.0
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$28,569
PER CAPITA INCOME
$94,583
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$45,500
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
12.8%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
87.2¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.44
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
346
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
65.9%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
3.5%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Lake Benton Zip Codes

Lake Benton Area Codes

Race in Lake Benton

The most populous races in Lake Benton are White / Caucasian (632 | 96.1%), Hispanic or Latino (25 | 3.8%), and Two or more Races (24 | 3.6%).
Race in Lake Benton
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American00.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino253.8%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian63296.1%
Two or more Races243.6%
Some other Race20.3%
Total658100.0%

Ancestry in Lake Benton

The most populous ancestries reported in Lake Benton are German (238 | 36.2%), Dutch (84 | 12.8%), Norwegian (59 | 9.0%), Irish (54 | 8.2%), and Danish (45 | 6.8%), together accounting for 73.0% of all Lake Benton residents.
Ancestry in Lake Benton
Ancestry# Population% Population
American345.2%
Belgian182.7%
Central American162.4%
Chippewa10.2%
Czech60.9%
Danish456.8%
Dutch8412.8%
English294.4%
European30.5%
Finnish60.9%
French172.6%
German23836.2%
Guatemalan121.8%
Irish548.2%
Italian91.4%
Mexican20.3%
Norwegian599.0%
Polish111.7%
Salvadoran40.6%
Scandinavian192.9%
Scotch-Irish10.2%
Scottish111.7%
Sioux10.2%
Slavic30.5%
Swedish456.8%
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Immigrants in Lake Benton

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Lake Benton came from Africa (2 | 0.3%), and South Africa (2 | 0.3%), together accounting for 0.6% of all Lake Benton residents.
Immigrants in Lake Benton
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa20.3%
South Africa20.3%
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Sex and Age in Lake Benton

Sex and Age in Lake Benton

The most populous age groups in Lake Benton are 25 to 29 Years (32 | 11.1%) for men and 45 to 49 Years (34 | 9.2%) for women.
Sex and Age in Lake Benton
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years10 (3.5%)29 (7.9%)
5 to 9 Years5 (1.7%)25 (6.8%)
10 to 14 Years30 (10.4%)21 (5.7%)
15 to 19 Years17 (5.9%)18 (4.9%)
20 to 24 Years23 (8.0%)22 (6.0%)
25 to 29 Years32 (11.1%)19 (5.1%)
30 to 34 Years15 (5.2%)11 (3.0%)
35 to 39 Years19 (6.6%)17 (4.6%)
40 to 44 Years11 (3.8%)9 (2.4%)
45 to 49 Years11 (3.8%)34 (9.2%)
50 to 54 Years24 (8.3%)13 (3.5%)
55 to 59 Years16 (5.5%)24 (6.5%)
60 to 64 Years18 (6.2%)22 (6.0%)
65 to 69 Years7 (2.4%)22 (6.0%)
70 to 74 Years18 (6.2%)26 (7.0%)
75 to 79 Years11 (3.8%)22 (6.0%)
80 to 84 Years6 (2.1%)9 (2.4%)
85 Years and over16 (5.5%)26 (7.0%)
Total289 (100.0%)369 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Lake Benton

Median Family Size in Lake Benton

The median family size in Lake Benton is 3.11 persons per family, with single female/mother families (17 | 12.1%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.35 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (118 | 83.7%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.06 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Lake Benton
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple118 (83.7%)3.06
Single Male/Father6 (4.3%)3.33
Single Female/Mother17 (12.1%)3.35
Total Families141 (100.0%)3.11

Median Household Size in Lake Benton

The median household size in Lake Benton is 2.04 persons per household, with single female/mother households (17 | 5.3%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.53 persons per household. non-family households (181 | 56.2%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.19 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Lake Benton
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple118 (36.6%)3.08
Single Male/Father6 (1.9%)3.33
Single Female/Mother17 (5.3%)3.53
Non-family181 (56.2%)1.19
Total Households322 (100.0%)2.04

Household Size by Marriage Status in Lake Benton

Out of a total of 322 households in Lake Benton, 141 (43.8%) are family households, while 181 (56.2%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 57, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 157.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Lake Benton
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-157 (48.8%)
2-Person Households57 (17.7%)24 (7.4%)
3-Person Households29 (9.0%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households38 (11.8%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households9 (2.8%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households3 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households5 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total141 (43.8%)181 (56.2%)

Female Fertility in Lake Benton

Fertility by Age in Lake Benton

Average fertility rate in Lake Benton is 149.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 15 to 19 years have the highest fertility rate with 278.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 50.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Lake Benton
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years5 (25.0%)278.0
20 to 34 years10 (50.0%)192.0
35 to 50 years5 (25.0%)78.0
Total20 (100.0%)149.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Lake Benton

50.0% of women with births (20) in Lake Benton are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 100.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Lake Benton
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
20 to 34 years10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
Total10 (50.0%)10 (50.0%)

Fertility by Education in Lake Benton

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Lake Benton
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School5 (25.0%)250.0
High School Diploma4 (20.0%)138.0
College or Associate's Degree11 (55.0%)175.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total20 (100.0%)149.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Lake Benton

50.0% of women with births in Lake Benton are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Lake Benton
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
High School Diploma4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree6 (54.5%)5 (45.5%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total10 (50.0%)10 (50.0%)

Income in Lake Benton

Income Overview in Lake Benton

Per Capita Income in Lake Benton is $28,569, while median incomes of families and households are $94,583 and $45,500 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income658$28,569
Median Family Income141$94,583
Mean Family Income141$91,186
Median Household Income322$45,500
Mean Household Income322$58,807
Income Deficit141$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)65812.78%
Wage / Income Gap ($)65887.22¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index6580.44

Earnings by Sex in Lake Benton

Average Earnings in Lake Benton are $36,500, $39,821 for men and $34,732 for women, a difference of 12.8%.
Earnings by Sex in Lake Benton
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male187 (51.4%)$39,821
Female177 (48.6%)$34,732
Total364 (100.0%)$36,500

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Lake Benton

The most common earnings brackets in Lake Benton are $15,000 to $17,499 for men (22 | 11.8%) and $35,000 to $39,999 for women (21 | 11.9%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Lake Benton
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less12 (6.4%)10 (5.7%)
$2,500 to $4,99911 (5.9%)7 (4.0%)
$5,000 to $7,4994 (2.1%)7 (4.0%)
$7,500 to $9,9996 (3.2%)2 (1.1%)
$10,000 to $12,4994 (2.1%)8 (4.5%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)11 (6.2%)
$15,000 to $17,49922 (11.8%)7 (4.0%)
$17,500 to $19,9995 (2.7%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $22,4995 (2.7%)0 (0.0%)
$22,500 to $24,9991 (0.5%)3 (1.7%)
$25,000 to $29,9990 (0.0%)18 (10.2%)
$30,000 to $34,99913 (7.0%)17 (9.6%)
$35,000 to $39,99911 (5.9%)21 (11.9%)
$40,000 to $44,9998 (4.3%)14 (7.9%)
$45,000 to $49,99910 (5.3%)6 (3.4%)
$50,000 to $54,99921 (11.2%)6 (3.4%)
$55,000 to $64,99922 (11.8%)14 (7.9%)
$65,000 to $74,99917 (9.1%)7 (4.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99912 (6.4%)11 (6.2%)
$100,000+3 (1.6%)8 (4.5%)
Total187 (100.0%)177 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Lake Benton

Average earnings in Lake Benton are $48,750 for men and $37,500 for women, a difference of 23.1%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $65,139, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $16,389. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $123,750, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $25,625.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Lake Benton
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$16,389$35,833
High School Diploma$31,750$25,625
College or Associate's Degree$53,958$37,679
Bachelor's Degree$65,139$37,500
Graduate Degree$56,667$123,750
Total$48,750$37,500

Family Income in Lake Benton

Family Income Brackets in Lake Benton

According to the Lake Benton family income data, there are 43 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 30.5% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Lake Benton
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00010.7%
$10,000 to $14,99942.8%
$15,000 to $24,99932.1%
$25,000 to $34,99964.3%
$35,000 to $49,9991712.1%
$50,000 to $74,9991812.8%
$75,000 to $99,9993323.4%
$100,000 to $149,9994330.5%
$150,000 to $199,9991611.3%
$200,000+00.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Lake Benton

4-person families (31 | 22.0%) account for the highest median family income in Lake Benton with $114,375 per family, while 2-person families (57 | 40.4%) have the highest median income of $34,532 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Lake Benton
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families57 (40.4%)$69,063
3-Person Families36 (25.5%)$82,083
4-Person Families31 (22.0%)$114,375
5-Person Families9 (6.4%)$95,625
6-Person Families3 (2.1%)$0
7+ Person Families5 (3.5%)$87,917
Total141 (100.0%)$94,583

Family Income by Number of Earners in Lake Benton

Family Income by Number of Earners in Lake Benton
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners15 (10.6%)$38,125
1 Earner21 (14.9%)$0
2 Earners83 (58.9%)$97,188
3+ Earners22 (15.6%)$121,875
Total141 (100.0%)$94,583

Household Income in Lake Benton

Household Income Brackets in Lake Benton

With 50 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Lake Benton, accounting for 15.5% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Lake Benton
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000299.0%
$10,000 to $14,9993711.5%
$15,000 to $24,999299.0%
$25,000 to $34,9993510.9%
$35,000 to $49,9994213.0%
$50,000 to $74,9993711.5%
$75,000 to $99,9994714.6%
$100,000 to $149,9995015.5%
$150,000 to $199,999165.0%
$200,000+00.0%

Household Income by Householder Age in Lake Benton

The median household income in Lake Benton is $45,500, with the highest median household income of $88,250 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 71 households (22.1%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $16,250, with 29 households (9.0%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Lake Benton
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years29 (9.0%)$16,250
25 to 44 Years71 (22.1%)$88,250
45 to 64 Years110 (34.2%)$59,500
65+ Years112 (34.8%)$31,000
Total322 (100.0%)$45,500

Poverty in Lake Benton

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Lake Benton

With 8.0% poverty level for males and 20.9% for females among the residents of Lake Benton, 45 to 54 year old males and 75 year old and over females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 13 males (37.1%) and 33 females (57.9%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Lake Benton
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years3 (30.0%)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%)5 (38.5%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years1 (3.5%)10 (40.0%)
25 to 34 Years4 (8.5%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years13 (37.1%)2 (4.3%)
55 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)13 (28.3%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)14 (29.2%)
75 Years and over2 (6.1%)33 (57.9%)
Total23 (8.0%)77 (20.9%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Lake Benton

According to the poverty statistics in Lake Benton, males aged 6 to 11 years and females aged under 5 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 Lake Benton
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years7 (70.0%)29 (100.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years12 (100.0%)24 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years23 (100.0%)16 (100.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)8 (61.5%)
16 and 17 Years11 (100.0%)2 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years28 (96.6%)15 (60.0%)
25 to 34 Years43 (91.5%)30 (100.0%)
35 to 44 Years30 (100.0%)26 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years22 (62.9%)45 (95.7%)
55 to 64 Years34 (100.0%)33 (71.7%)
65 to 74 Years25 (100.0%)34 (70.8%)
75 Years and over31 (93.9%)24 (42.1%)
Total266 (92.0%)292 (79.1%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Lake Benton

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Lake Benton show that 3.4% or 4 of the total 118 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 9.3%, comprising of 4 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Lake Benton
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children61 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children39 (90.7%)4 (9.3%)
3 or 4 Children9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total114 (96.6%)4 (3.4%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Lake Benton

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Lake Benton
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children1 (100.0%)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%)
Total1 (16.7%)0 (0.0%)

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

The poverty data for Lake Benton shows that 4 of the married-couple family households (3.4%) and 1 of the single-parent households (4.3%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 4 households (9.3%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 1 household (25.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Lake Benton
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children0 (0.0%)1 (25.0%)
1 or 2 Children4 (9.3%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total4 (3.4%)1 (4.3%)

Employment Characteristics in Lake Benton

Employment by Class of Employer in Lake Benton

Among the 329 employed individuals in Lake Benton, private company employees (232 | 70.5%), local government employees (34 | 10.3%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (28 | 8.5%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Lake Benton
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees23270.5%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)51.5%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)288.5%
Not-for-profit Organizations175.2%
Local Government Employees3410.3%
State Government Employees82.4%
Federal Government Employees51.5%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total329100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Lake Benton

According to the labor force statistics for Lake Benton, out of the total population over 16 years of age (525), 65.9% or 346 individuals are in the labor force, with 3.5% or 12 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 100.0% or 51 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 65 to 74 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 20.7% or 6 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Lake Benton
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years12 (54.5%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years41 (91.1%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years51 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years26 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years54 (96.4%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years60 (73.2%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years35 (87.5%)6 (17.1%)
60 to 64 Years35 (87.5%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years29 (39.7%)6 (20.7%)
75 Years and over3 (3.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total346 (65.9%)12 (3.5%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Lake Benton

According to labor force statistics for Lake Benton, 88.5% of individuals (261) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (295) are in the labor force, with 2.3% or 6 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 94.6% or 53 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 5.9% or 3 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Lake Benton
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School26 (89.7%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma51 (81.0%)4 (5.9%)
College / Associate Degree131 (89.1%)3 (2.3%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher53 (94.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total261 (88.5%)7 (2.3%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Lake Benton

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Lake Benton are Community & Social Service (31 | 9.3%), Management (21 | 6.3%), Computers, Engineering & Science (15 | 4.5%), Architecture & Engineering (13 | 3.9%), and Education Instruction & Library (13 | 3.9%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Lake Benton

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Lake Benton, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), and Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education Instruction & Library (100.0%), Health Technologists (100.0%), and Business & Financial (75.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Lake Benton
OccupationMaleFemale
Management11 (52.4%)10 (47.6%)
Business & Financial1 (25.0%)3 (75.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 8 (25.8%)23 (74.2%)
Education, Arts & Media5 (41.7%)7 (58.3%)
Legal Services & Support3 (50.0%)3 (50.0%)
Education Instruction & Library0 (0.0%)13 (100.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating2 (50.0%)2 (50.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Total (Category)37 (49.3%)38 (50.7%)
Total (Overall)164 (49.1%)170 (50.9%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Lake Benton are Healthcare Support (33 | 9.9%), Cleaning & Maintenance (21 | 6.3%), Personal Care & Service (21 | 6.3%), and Food Preparation & Serving (10 | 3.0%).
Services Occupations in Lake Benton

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Lake Benton, the most male-oriented occupations are Cleaning & Maintenance (66.7%), Food Preparation & Serving (40.0%), and Healthcare Support (21.2%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (100.0%), Healthcare Support (78.8%), and Food Preparation & Serving (60.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Lake Benton
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support7 (21.2%)26 (78.8%)
Security & Protection0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving4 (40.0%)6 (60.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance14 (66.7%)7 (33.3%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)21 (100.0%)
Total (Category)25 (29.4%)60 (70.6%)
Total (Overall)164 (49.1%)170 (50.9%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Lake Benton are Sales & Related (54 | 16.2%), and Office & Administration (47 | 14.1%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Lake Benton

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Lake Benton
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related24 (44.4%)30 (55.6%)
Office & Administration18 (38.3%)29 (61.7%)
Total (Category)42 (41.6%)59 (58.4%)
Total (Overall)164 (49.1%)170 (50.9%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Lake Benton are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (22 | 6.6%), Construction & Extraction (16 | 4.8%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (2 | 0.6%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Lake Benton

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Lake Benton
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Construction & Extraction12 (75.0%)4 (25.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair22 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)34 (85.0%)6 (15.0%)
Total (Overall)164 (49.1%)170 (50.9%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Lake Benton are Production (20 | 6.0%), Material Moving (10 | 3.0%), and Transportation (3 | 0.9%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Lake Benton

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Lake Benton
OccupationMaleFemale
Production15 (75.0%)5 (25.0%)
Transportation3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving8 (80.0%)2 (20.0%)
Total (Category)26 (78.8%)7 (21.2%)
Total (Overall)164 (49.1%)170 (50.9%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Lake Benton

Employment Industries in Lake Benton

The major employment industries in Lake Benton include Health Care & Social Assistance (66 | 19.8%), Retail Trade (65 | 19.5%), Manufacturing (48 | 14.4%), Educational Services (26 | 7.8%), and Utilities (17 | 5.1%).
Employment Industries in Lake Benton

Employment Industries by Sex in Lake Benton

The Lake Benton industries that see more men than women are Administrative & Support (100.0%), Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (100.0%), and Construction (85.7%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (83.3%), and Professional & Scientific (80.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Lake Benton
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting3 (60.0%)2 (40.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Construction12 (85.7%)2 (14.3%)
Manufacturing34 (70.8%)14 (29.2%)
Wholesale Trade5 (71.4%)2 (28.6%)
Retail Trade29 (44.6%)36 (55.4%)
Transportation & Warehousing3 (37.5%)5 (62.5%)
Utilities14 (82.4%)3 (17.6%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance1 (50.0%)1 (50.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific3 (20.0%)12 (80.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services8 (30.8%)18 (69.2%)
Health Care & Social Assistance11 (16.7%)55 (83.3%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services11 (64.7%)6 (35.3%)
Public Administration4 (57.1%)3 (42.9%)
Total164 (49.1%)170 (50.9%)

Education in Lake Benton

School Enrollment in Lake Benton

The most common levels of schooling among the 131 students in Lake Benton are middle school (47 | 35.9%), high school (26 | 19.9%), and elementary school (19 | 14.5%).
School Enrollment in Lake Benton
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool107.6%
Kindergarten118.4%
Elementary School1914.5%
Middle School4735.9%
High School2619.9%
College / Undergraduate1813.7%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total131100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Lake Benton

Out of a total of 131 students who are enrolled in schools in Lake Benton, 25 (19.1%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 106 (80.9%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 8 (38.1% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 8 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Lake Benton
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old22 (73.3%)8 (26.7%)
10 to 14 Year Olds42 (82.4%)9 (17.6%)
15 to 17 Year Olds13 (61.9%)8 (38.1%)
18 to 19 Year Olds8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total106 (80.9%)25 (19.1%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Lake Benton

Education (23 | 29.1%), business (17 | 21.5%), science & technology (9 | 11.4%), multidisciplinary studies (6 | 7.6%), and liberal arts & history (6 | 7.6%) are the most common fields of study among 79 individuals in Lake Benton who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Lake Benton
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural45.1%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology45.1%
Social Sciences33.8%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies67.6%
Science & Technology911.4%
Business1721.5%
Education2329.1%
Literature & Languages11.3%
Liberal Arts & History67.6%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications33.8%
Arts & Humanities33.8%
Total79100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Lake Benton

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Lake Benton

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Lake Benton are males with 2 vehicles (60, accounting for 36.6%) and females with 2 vehicles (79, making up 36.4%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Lake Benton
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle1 (0.6%)6 (3.6%)
1 Vehicle30 (18.3%)32 (19.4%)
2 Vehicles60 (36.6%)79 (47.9%)
3 Vehicles39 (23.8%)32 (19.4%)
4 Vehicles23 (14.0%)13 (7.9%)
5 or more Vehicles11 (6.7%)3 (1.8%)
Total164 (100.0%)165 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Lake Benton

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Lake Benton are 5 to 9 minutes (51 commuters, 18.0%), 15 to 19 minutes (38 commuters, 13.4%), and less than 5 minutes (36 commuters, 12.7%).
Commute Time in Lake Benton
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes3612.7%
5 to 9 Minutes5118.0%
10 to 14 Minutes269.1%
15 to 19 Minutes3813.4%
20 to 24 Minutes279.5%
25 to 29 Minutes51.8%
30 to 34 Minutes3612.7%
35 to 39 Minutes124.2%
40 to 44 Minutes2910.2%
45 to 59 Minutes186.3%
60 to 89 Minutes31.1%
90 or more Minutes31.1%

Commute Time by Sex in Lake Benton

The most common commute times in Lake Benton are 30 to 34 minutes (27 commuters, 18.2%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (37 commuters, 27.2%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Lake Benton
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes21 (14.2%)15 (11.0%)
5 to 9 Minutes14 (9.5%)37 (27.2%)
10 to 14 Minutes16 (10.8%)10 (7.3%)
15 to 19 Minutes20 (13.5%)18 (13.2%)
20 to 24 Minutes8 (5.4%)19 (14.0%)
25 to 29 Minutes5 (3.4%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes27 (18.2%)9 (6.6%)
35 to 39 Minutes3 (2.0%)9 (6.6%)
40 to 44 Minutes22 (14.9%)7 (5.1%)
45 to 59 Minutes9 (6.1%)9 (6.6%)
60 to 89 Minutes3 (2.0%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes0 (0.0%)3 (2.2%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Lake Benton

The most frequent times of departure to work in Lake Benton are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (24, 16.2%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (27, 19.9%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Lake Benton
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM3 (2.0%)3 (2.2%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM3 (2.0%)5 (3.7%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM10 (6.8%)16 (11.8%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM18 (12.2%)9 (6.6%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM19 (12.8%)13 (9.6%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM24 (16.2%)27 (19.9%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM12 (8.1%)9 (6.6%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM11 (7.4%)19 (14.0%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)14 (10.3%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM6 (4.1%)4 (2.9%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM9 (6.1%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM1 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM23 (15.5%)6 (4.4%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM9 (6.1%)11 (8.1%)
Total148 (100.0%)136 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Lake Benton

Occupancy by Ownership in Lake Benton

Of the total 322 dwellings in Lake Benton, owner-occupied units account for 240 (74.5%), while renter-occupied units make up 82 (25.5%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Lake Benton
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units24074.5%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units8225.5%
Total Occupied Housing Units322100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Lake Benton

Occupancy by Household Size in Lake Benton
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household15748.8%
2-Person Household8125.2%
3-Person Household299.0%
4+ Person Household5517.1%
Total Housing Units322100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Lake Benton

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Lake Benton
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household101 (64.3%)56 (35.7%)
2-Person Household56 (69.1%)25 (30.9%)
3-Person Household29 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
4+ Person Household54 (98.2%)1 (1.8%)
Total Housing Units240 (74.5%)82 (25.5%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Lake Benton

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Lake Benton
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School10 (55.6%)8 (44.4%)
High School Diploma66 (51.6%)62 (48.4%)
College/Associate Degree114 (91.9%)10 (8.1%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher50 (96.2%)2 (3.8%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Lake Benton

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Lake Benton
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years6821.1%
35 to 44 Years329.9%
45 to 54 Years5517.1%
55 to 64 Years5517.1%
65 to 74 Years5918.3%
75 to 84 Years3310.2%
85 Years and Over206.2%
Total322100.0%

Housing Finances in Lake Benton

Median Income by Occupancy in Lake Benton

Median Income by Occupancy in Lake Benton
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied240 (74.5%)$52,500
Renter-Occupied82 (25.5%)$20,833
Average322 (100.0%)$45,500

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Lake Benton

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Lake Benton
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0008 (3.3%)6 (7.3%)
$5,000 to $9,9996 (2.5%)9 (11.0%)
$10,000 to $14,99923 (9.6%)14 (17.1%)
$15,000 to $19,9998 (3.3%)11 (13.4%)
$20,000 to $24,9997 (2.9%)3 (3.7%)
$25,000 to $34,99930 (12.5%)5 (6.1%)
$35,000 to $49,99934 (14.2%)8 (9.8%)
$50,000 to $74,99932 (13.3%)5 (6.1%)
$75,000 to $99,99926 (10.8%)21 (25.6%)
$100,000 to $149,99950 (20.8%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more16 (6.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total240 (100.0%)82 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Lake Benton

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Lake Benton
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30025 (10.4%)19 (23.2%)
$300 to $49946 (19.2%)19 (23.2%)
$500 to $79960 (25.0%)12 (14.6%)
$800 to $99923 (9.6%)9 (11.0%)
$1,000 to $1,49965 (27.1%)6 (7.3%)
$1,500 to $1,99921 (8.7%)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%)
Total240 (100.0%)82 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Lake Benton

Housing Structures in Lake Benton

Housing Structures in Lake Benton
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached26782.9%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments00.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments20.6%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments82.5%
10 or more Apartments4112.7%
Mobile Home / Other41.2%
Total322100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Lake Benton

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Lake Benton
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached236 (88.4%)31 (11.6%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)41 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total240 (74.5%)82 (25.5%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Lake Benton

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Lake Benton
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room3 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms8 (3.3%)50 (61.0%)
4 or 5 Rooms63 (26.3%)23 (28.1%)
6 or 7 Rooms81 (33.8%)6 (7.3%)
8 or more Rooms85 (35.4%)3 (3.7%)
Total240 (100.0%)82 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Lake Benton

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Lake Benton
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas10 (4.2%)0 (0.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas191 (79.6%)33 (40.2%)
Electricity31 (12.9%)47 (57.3%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene8 (3.3%)2 (2.4%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total240 (100.0%)82 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Lake Benton

Household Vehicle Usage in Lake Benton
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle5 (2.1%)14 (17.1%)
1 Vehicle71 (29.6%)50 (61.0%)
2 Vehicles98 (40.8%)6 (7.3%)
3 or more Vehicles66 (27.5%)12 (14.6%)
Total240 (100.0%)82 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Lake Benton

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Lake Benton

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units107133
Median Property Value$76,100$100,700
Median Household Income$32,344$14
Monthly Housing Costs$418$0
Real Estate Taxes$892$1

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Lake Benton

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Lake Benton
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00024 (22.4%)21 (15.8%)
$50,000 to $99,99945 (42.1%)45 (33.8%)
$100,000 to $299,99931 (29.0%)56 (42.1%)
$300,000 to $499,9992 (1.9%)11 (8.3%)
$500,000 to $749,9991 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9994 (3.7%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total107 (100.0%)133 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Lake Benton

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Lake Benton
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0007 (6.5%)2 (1.5%)
$10,000 to $24,99930 (28.0%)7 (5.3%)
$25,000 to $34,99923 (21.5%)8 (6.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99916 (14.9%)7 (5.3%)
$50,000 to $74,99912 (11.2%)18 (13.5%)
$75,000 to $99,9994 (3.7%)20 (15.0%)
$100,000 to $149,99913 (12.1%)22 (16.5%)
$150,000 or more2 (1.9%)37 (27.8%)
Total107 (100.0%)133 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Lake Benton

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Lake Benton
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x53 (49.5%)81,458 (61,246.6%)
2.0x to 2.9x19 (17.8%)87 (65.4%)
3.0x to 3.9x3 (2.8%)17 (12.8%)
4.0x or more32 (29.9%)20 (15.0%)
Total107 (100.0%)133 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Lake Benton

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Lake Benton
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80046 (43.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49932 (29.9%)31 (23.3%)
$800 to $1,49925 (23.4%)46 (34.6%)
Total107 (100.0%)133 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Lake Benton

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Lake Benton

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Lake Benton
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years41 (91.1%)4 (8.9%)
6 to 18 Years98 (95.2%)5 (4.9%)
19 to 25 Years41 (61.2%)26 (38.8%)
26 to 34 Years56 (90.3%)6 (9.7%)
35 to 44 Years47 (83.9%)9 (16.1%)
45 to 54 Years78 (95.1%)4 (4.9%)
55 to 64 Years65 (81.2%)15 (18.8%)
65 to 74 Years73 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older90 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total589 (89.5%)69 (10.5%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Lake Benton

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Lake Benton
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born41 (91.1%)4 (8.9%)
Foreign Born, Citizen98 (95.2%)5 (4.9%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen41 (61.2%)26 (38.8%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Lake Benton

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Lake Benton
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,00082 (82.8%)17 (17.2%)
$25,000 to $49,999103 (85.8%)17 (14.2%)
$50,000 to $74,99974 (89.2%)9 (10.8%)
$75,000 to $99,999150 (91.5%)14 (8.5%)
$100,000 and over180 (93.8%)12 (6.2%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Lake Benton

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Lake Benton
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 65 (11.1%)37 (82.2%)
6 to 18 Years29 (28.2%)77 (74.8%)
19 to 25 Years5 (7.5%)36 (53.7%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)56 (90.3%)
35 to 44 Years3 (5.4%)45 (80.4%)
45 to 54 Years16 (19.5%)62 (75.6%)
55 to 64 Years11 (13.8%)56 (70.0%)
65 to 74 Years72 (98.6%)42 (57.5%)
75 Years and over90 (100.0%)47 (52.2%)
Total231 (35.1%)458 (69.6%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Lake Benton

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Lake Benton
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years4 (8.7%)7 (11.5%)
18 to 34 Years9 (11.8%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years8 (8.1%)20 (16.8%)
65 to 74 Years4 (16.0%)2 (4.2%)
75 Years and over24 (72.7%)10 (17.5%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Lake Benton

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Lake 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%)4 (3.4%)
65 to 74 Years4 (16.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over7 (21.2%)2 (3.5%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Lake 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 Years2 (2.6%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)3 (2.5%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over11 (33.3%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Lake Benton: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years4 (8.7%)7 (11.5%)
18 to 34 Years7 (9.2%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)11 (9.2%)
65 to 74 Years2 (8.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)2 (3.5%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Lake 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 Years7 (7.1%)6 (5.0%)
65 to 74 Years2 (8.0%)2 (4.2%)
75 Years and over19 (57.6%)8 (14.0%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Lake 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%)3 (2.5%)
65 to 74 Years2 (8.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Technology Access in Lake Benton

Computing Device Access in Lake Benton

Computing Device Access in Lake Benton
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop22168.6%
Smartphone27083.9%
Tablet17353.7%
No Computing Device3410.6%
Total322100.0%

Internet Access in Lake Benton

Internet Access in Lake Benton
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home20764.3%
Cellular Data Only5115.8%
Satellite Internet216.5%
No Internet4012.4%
Total322100.0%

Lake Benton Summary

History

The city of Lake Benton, Minnesota is located in Lincoln County, in the southwestern corner of the state. It is situated on the shores of Lake Benton, a natural lake that was formed by glacial activity. The city was founded in 1871 by a group of settlers from Wisconsin, who were attracted to the area by its abundant natural resources. The city was named after the lake, which was named after a local Native American chief.
The first settlers in the area were primarily farmers, who grew wheat, corn, and other crops. The area was also known for its timber, which was used to build homes and other structures. As the population grew, the city began to develop other industries, such as a flour mill, a sawmill, and a brickyard.
In the late 19th century, the city became a popular tourist destination, as people came to enjoy the lake and the surrounding countryside. The city also became a center for the dairy industry, as several creameries were established in the area.
In the early 20th century, the city experienced a period of growth and prosperity. The population increased, and new businesses were established. The city also became a center for the manufacturing of farm equipment, as several factories were built in the area.
In the 1950s, the city began to decline, as many of the factories closed and the population decreased. However, in recent years, the city has experienced a resurgence, as new businesses have opened and the population has grown.

Geography

Lake Benton is located in the southwestern corner of Minnesota, in Lincoln County. The city is situated on the shores of Lake Benton, a natural lake that was formed by glacial activity. The lake is approximately 2,000 acres in size and is a popular destination for fishing, boating, and other recreational activities.
The city is located in a rural area, with rolling hills and farmland. The nearest major city is Sioux Falls, which is approximately 50 miles away. The city is also located near several other small towns, such as Tyler, Ivanhoe, and Hendricks.

Economy

The economy of Lake Benton is primarily based on agriculture and tourism. The city is home to several farms, which produce a variety of crops, including wheat, corn, and soybeans. The city is also a popular destination for tourists, who come to enjoy the lake and the surrounding countryside.
The city is also home to several small businesses, including restaurants, retail stores, and service providers. The city is also home to several manufacturing companies, which produce farm equipment, furniture, and other products.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Lake Benton was 1,092. The population is primarily white (97.2%), with a small percentage of African Americans (1.2%) and Native Americans (0.7%). The median household income is $41,250, and the median age is 44.

Conclusion

Lake Benton, Minnesota is a small city located in the southwestern corner of the state. The city is situated on the shores of Lake Benton, a natural lake that was formed by glacial activity. The city was founded in 1871 by a group of settlers from Wisconsin, and has since become a popular tourist destination. The economy of the city is primarily based on agriculture and tourism, and the population is primarily white.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Lake Benton?
Total Population of Lake Benton is 658.
What is the Total Male Population of Lake Benton?
Total Male Population of Lake Benton is 289.
What is the Total Female Population of Lake Benton?
Total Female Population of Lake Benton is 369.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Lake Benton?
There are 78.32 Males per 100 Females in Lake Benton.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Lake Benton?
There are 127.68 Females per 100 Males in Lake Benton.
What is the Median Population Age in Lake Benton?
Median Population Age in Lake Benton is 43.8 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Lake Benton
Average Family Size in Lake Benton is 3.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Lake Benton
Average Household Size in Lake Benton is 2.0 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Lake Benton?
Per Capita income in Lake Benton is $28,569.
What is the Median Family Income in Lake Benton?
Median Family Income in Lake Benton is $94,583.
What is the Median Household income in Lake Benton?
Median Household Income in Lake Benton is $45,500.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Lake Benton?
Income or Wage Gap in Lake Benton is 12.8%.
Women in Lake Benton earn 87.2 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Lake Benton?
Inequality or Gini Index in Lake Benton is 0.44.
How Large is the Labor Force in Lake Benton?
There are 346 People in the Labor Forcein in Lake Benton.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Lake Benton?
65.9% of People are in the Labor Force in Lake Benton.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Lake Benton?
Unemployment Rate in Lake Benton is 3.5%.