Benton City, WA

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Benton City Overview

3,498
TOTAL POPULATION
1,688
MALE POPULATION
1,810
FEMALE POPULATION
93.26
MALES / 100 FEMALES
107.23
FEMALES / 100 MALES
29.1
MEDIAN AGE
3.4
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.7
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$21,319
PER CAPITA INCOME
$65,000
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$51,558
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
41.4%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
58.6¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.40
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,284
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
52.5%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
5.3%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Benton City Zip Codes

Benton City Area Codes

Race in Benton City

The most populous races in Benton City are White / Caucasian (2,320 | 66.3%), Hispanic or Latino (1,503 | 43.0%), and Some other Race (641 | 18.3%).
Race in Benton City
Race# Population% Population
Asian90.3%
Black / African American00.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino1,50343.0%
Native / Alaskan641.8%
White / Caucasian2,32066.3%
Two or more Races46413.3%
Some other Race64118.3%
Total3,498100.0%

Ancestry in Benton City

The most populous ancestries reported in Benton City are Mexican (1,229 | 35.1%), German (914 | 26.1%), English (298 | 8.5%), Irish (290 | 8.3%), and Dutch (277 | 7.9%), together accounting for 86.0% of all Benton City residents.
Ancestry in Benton City
Ancestry# Population% Population
American1735.0%
Belizean40.1%
Bhutanese50.1%
British812.3%
Central American1815.2%
Creek310.9%
Danish210.6%
Dutch2777.9%
English2988.5%
Finnish210.6%
French651.9%
French Canadian120.3%
German91426.1%
Guatemalan1815.2%
Indian (Asian)50.1%
Irish2908.3%
Italian120.3%
Korean40.1%
Mexican1,22935.1%
Mexican American Indian130.4%
Navajo120.3%
Norwegian752.1%
Russian451.3%
Scotch-Irish50.1%
Scottish30.1%
Spanish842.4%
Swiss160.5%
Tlingit-Haida40.1%
Welsh752.1%
Yugoslavian310.9%
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Immigrants in Benton City

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Benton City came from Central America (587 | 16.8%), Latin America (587 | 16.8%), Mexico (422 | 12.1%), Guatemala (165 | 4.7%), and Europe (44 | 1.3%), together accounting for 51.6% of all Benton City residents.
Immigrants in Benton City
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia40.1%
Bosnia and Herzegovina310.9%
Central America58716.8%
Eastern Europe310.9%
Europe441.3%
Guatemala1654.7%
Latin America58716.8%
Mexico42212.1%
Philippines40.1%
South Eastern Asia40.1%
Switzerland130.4%
Western Europe130.4%
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Sex and Age in Benton City

Sex and Age in Benton City

The most populous age groups in Benton City are Under 5 Years (271 | 16.1%) for men and Under 5 Years (324 | 17.9%) for women.
Sex and Age in Benton City
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years271 (16.1%)324 (17.9%)
5 to 9 Years136 (8.1%)170 (9.4%)
10 to 14 Years106 (6.3%)46 (2.5%)
15 to 19 Years36 (2.1%)71 (3.9%)
20 to 24 Years61 (3.6%)182 (10.1%)
25 to 29 Years254 (15.0%)255 (14.1%)
30 to 34 Years124 (7.3%)58 (3.2%)
35 to 39 Years47 (2.8%)37 (2.0%)
40 to 44 Years143 (8.5%)89 (4.9%)
45 to 49 Years112 (6.6%)24 (1.3%)
50 to 54 Years64 (3.8%)139 (7.7%)
55 to 59 Years44 (2.6%)61 (3.4%)
60 to 64 Years66 (3.9%)157 (8.7%)
65 to 69 Years82 (4.9%)107 (5.9%)
70 to 74 Years89 (5.3%)26 (1.4%)
75 to 79 Years18 (1.1%)18 (1.0%)
80 to 84 Years35 (2.1%)34 (1.9%)
85 Years and over0 (0.0%)12 (0.7%)
Total1,688 (100.0%)1,810 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Benton City

Median Family Size in Benton City

The median family size in Benton City is 3.40 persons per family, with single female/mother families (142 | 17.5%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.96 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (81 | 10.0%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.30 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Benton City
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple587 (72.5%)3.41
Single Male/Father81 (10.0%)2.30
Single Female/Mother142 (17.5%)3.96
Total Families810 (100.0%)3.40

Median Household Size in Benton City

The median household size in Benton City is 2.67 persons per household, with single female/mother households (142 | 10.8%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.42 persons per household. non-family households (500 | 38.2%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.18 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Benton City
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple587 (44.8%)3.45
Single Male/Father81 (6.2%)3.15
Single Female/Mother142 (10.8%)4.42
Non-family500 (38.2%)1.18
Total Households1,310 (100.0%)2.67

Household Size by Marriage Status in Benton City

Out of a total of 1,310 households in Benton City, 810 (61.8%) are family households, while 500 (38.2%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 3-person households, comprising 275, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 414.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Benton City
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-414 (31.6%)
2-Person Households238 (18.2%)86 (6.6%)
3-Person Households275 (21.0%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households79 (6.0%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households67 (5.1%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households136 (10.4%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households15 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total810 (61.8%)500 (38.2%)

Female Fertility in Benton City

Fertility by Age in Benton City

Average fertility rate in Benton City is 216.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 15 to 19 years have the highest fertility rate with 324.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 85.5% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Benton City
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years23 (14.5%)324.0
20 to 34 years136 (85.5%)275.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total159 (100.0%)216.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Benton City

78.0% of women with births (159) in Benton City 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 8.8% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Benton City
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)23 (100.0%)
20 to 34 years124 (91.2%)12 (8.8%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total124 (78.0%)35 (22.0%)

Fertility by Education in Benton City

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Benton City
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma83 (52.2%)386.0
College or Associate's Degree76 (47.8%)344.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total159 (100.0%)216.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Benton City

22.0% of women with births in Benton City are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are most likely to be married with 84.2% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 27.7% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Benton City
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma60 (72.3%)23 (27.7%)
College or Associate's Degree64 (84.2%)12 (15.8%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total124 (78.0%)35 (22.0%)

Income in Benton City

Income Overview in Benton City

Per Capita Income in Benton City is $21,319, while median incomes of families and households are $65,000 and $51,558 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income3,498$21,319
Median Family Income810$65,000
Mean Family Income810$66,700
Median Household Income1,310$51,558
Mean Household Income1,310$58,192
Income Deficit810$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)3,49841.36%
Wage / Income Gap ($)3,49858.64¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index3,4980.40

Earnings by Sex in Benton City

Average Earnings in Benton City are $40,625, $44,816 for men and $26,278 for women, a difference of 41.4%.
Earnings by Sex in Benton City
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male715 (54.5%)$44,816
Female598 (45.5%)$26,278
Total1,313 (100.0%)$40,625

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Benton City

The most common earnings brackets in Benton City are $75,000 to $99,999 for men (194 | 27.1%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (129 | 21.6%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Benton City
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less39 (5.4%)58 (9.7%)
$2,500 to $4,9990 (0.0%)69 (11.5%)
$5,000 to $7,4990 (0.0%)1 (0.2%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)19 (3.2%)
$10,000 to $12,49933 (4.6%)30 (5.0%)
$12,500 to $14,9996 (0.8%)45 (7.5%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$17,500 to $19,9996 (0.8%)12 (2.0%)
$20,000 to $22,4997 (1.0%)12 (2.0%)
$22,500 to $24,9990 (0.0%)30 (5.0%)
$25,000 to $29,99993 (13.0%)129 (21.6%)
$30,000 to $34,9990 (0.0%)21 (3.5%)
$35,000 to $39,9990 (0.0%)7 (1.2%)
$40,000 to $44,999176 (24.6%)16 (2.7%)
$45,000 to $49,99917 (2.4%)45 (7.5%)
$50,000 to $54,99929 (4.1%)27 (4.5%)
$55,000 to $64,99951 (7.1%)9 (1.5%)
$65,000 to $74,99948 (6.7%)16 (2.7%)
$75,000 to $99,999194 (27.1%)49 (8.2%)
$100,000+16 (2.2%)3 (0.5%)
Total715 (100.0%)598 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Benton City

Average earnings in Benton City are $44,449 for men and $28,155 for women, a difference of 36.7%. Men with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $85,179, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $44,301. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $36,964, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $29,196.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Benton City
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$44,301$0
College or Associate's Degree$85,179$29,196
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$44,449$28,155

Family Income in Benton City

Family Income Brackets in Benton City

According to the Benton City family income data, there are 214 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 26.4% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Benton City
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000243.0%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,999445.4%
$25,000 to $34,99919924.6%
$35,000 to $49,999212.6%
$50,000 to $74,99921426.4%
$75,000 to $99,99916620.5%
$100,000 to $149,99912014.8%
$150,000 to $199,99991.1%
$200,000+131.6%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Benton City

6-person families (124 | 15.3%) account for the highest median family income in Benton City with $114,167 per family, while 2-person families (352 | 43.5%) have the highest median income of $28,978 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Benton City
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families352 (43.5%)$57,955
3-Person Families176 (21.7%)$0
4-Person Families65 (8.0%)$65,375
5-Person Families78 (9.6%)$81,121
6-Person Families124 (15.3%)$114,167
7+ Person Families15 (1.8%)$0
Total810 (100.0%)$65,000

Family Income by Number of Earners in Benton City

The median family income in Benton City is $65,000, with families comprising 3+ earners (23) having the highest median family income of $222,788, while families with 1 earner (450) have the lowest median family income of $32,021, accounting for 2.8% and 55.6% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Benton City
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners92 (11.4%)$60,800
1 Earner450 (55.6%)$32,021
2 Earners245 (30.2%)$87,708
3+ Earners23 (2.8%)$222,788
Total810 (100.0%)$65,000

Household Income in Benton City

Household Income Brackets in Benton City

With 288 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Benton City, accounting for 22.0% of all households. In contrast, only 4 households (0.3%) fall into the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Benton City
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000967.3%
$10,000 to $14,999241.8%
$15,000 to $24,99917913.7%
$25,000 to $34,99922917.5%
$35,000 to $49,999856.5%
$50,000 to $74,99928822.0%
$75,000 to $99,99923117.6%
$100,000 to $149,99915311.7%
$150,000 to $199,99940.3%
$200,000+241.8%

Household Income by Householder Age in Benton City

The median household income in Benton City is $51,558, with the highest median household income of $65,722 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 364 households (27.8%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $23,810, with 334 households (25.5%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Benton City
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years80 (6.1%)$51,250
25 to 44 Years532 (40.6%)$64,375
45 to 64 Years364 (27.8%)$65,722
65+ Years334 (25.5%)$23,810
Total1,310 (100.0%)$51,558

Poverty in Benton City

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Benton City

With 13.9% poverty level for males and 19.0% for females among the residents of Benton City, 6 to 11 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 84 males (37.8%) and 92 females (41.1%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Benton City
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years1 (0.4%)97 (29.9%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years84 (37.8%)35 (30.4%)
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%)92 (41.1%)
25 to 34 Years54 (14.3%)29 (9.3%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)24 (19.1%)
45 to 54 Years61 (34.7%)36 (22.1%)
55 to 64 Years16 (14.5%)30 (13.8%)
65 to 74 Years18 (10.5%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total234 (13.9%)343 (19.0%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Benton City

According to the poverty statistics in Benton City, males aged 12 to 14 years and females aged 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 Benton City
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years270 (99.6%)227 (70.1%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)84 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years138 (62.2%)80 (69.6%)
12 to 14 Years20 (100.0%)17 (100.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years5 (100.0%)29 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years92 (100.0%)132 (58.9%)
25 to 34 Years324 (85.7%)284 (90.7%)
35 to 44 Years190 (100.0%)102 (80.9%)
45 to 54 Years115 (65.3%)127 (77.9%)
55 to 64 Years94 (85.5%)188 (86.2%)
65 to 74 Years153 (89.5%)133 (100.0%)
75 Years and over53 (100.0%)64 (100.0%)
Total1,454 (86.1%)1,467 (81.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Benton City

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Benton City
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children303 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children128 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children156 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total587 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Benton City

According to the poverty data in Benton City, 1.2% or 1 single-father households and 37.3% or 53 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 1 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 53 households (96.4%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Benton City
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children1 (100.0%)53 (96.4%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1 (1.2%)53 (37.3%)

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

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Benton City
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%)54 (96.4%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)54 (24.2%)

Employment Characteristics in Benton City

Employment by Class of Employer in Benton City

Among the 1,179 employed individuals in Benton City, private company employees (818 | 69.4%), state government employees (144 | 12.2%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (78 | 6.6%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Benton City
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees81869.4%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)181.5%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)786.6%
Not-for-profit Organizations474.0%
Local Government Employees605.1%
State Government Employees14412.2%
Federal Government Employees141.2%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total1,179100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Benton City

According to the labor force statistics for Benton City, out of the total population over 16 years of age (2,445), 52.5% or 1,284 individuals are in the labor force, with 5.3% or 68 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 97.8% or 178 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 30 to 34 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 18.5% or 33 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Benton City
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years18 (16.8%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years166 (68.3%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years289 (56.8%)30 (10.4%)
30 to 34 Years178 (97.8%)33 (18.5%)
35 to 44 Years292 (92.4%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years181 (53.4%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years5 (4.8%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years118 (52.9%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years36 (11.8%)5 (13.9%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,284 (52.5%)68 (5.3%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Benton City

According to labor force statistics for Benton City, 63.5% of individuals (1,063) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (1,674) are in the labor force, with 5.9% or 63 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of less than high school, with 67.9% or 131 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 25.2% or 33 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Benton City
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School131 (67.9%)49 (25.2%)
High School Diploma465 (64.9%)47 (6.5%)
College / Associate Degree374 (61.9%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher93 (57.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,063 (63.5%)99 (5.9%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Benton City

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Benton City are Community & Social Service (105 | 8.6%), Education Instruction & Library (100 | 8.2%), Computers, Engineering & Science (51 | 4.2%), Management (41 | 3.4%), and Life, Physical & Social Science (30 | 2.5%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Benton City

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Benton City, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), and Management (41.5%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (100.0%), and Health Technologists (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Benton City
OccupationMaleFemale
Management17 (41.5%)24 (58.5%)
Business & Financial5 (35.7%)9 (64.3%)
Computers, Engineering & Science21 (41.2%)30 (58.8%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)30 (100.0%)
Community & Social Service 25 (23.8%)80 (76.2%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library20 (20.0%)80 (80.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)23 (100.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)21 (100.0%)
Total (Category)68 (29.1%)166 (70.9%)
Total (Overall)627 (51.6%)588 (48.4%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Benton City are Cleaning & Maintenance (89 | 7.3%), Healthcare Support (72 | 5.9%), Food Preparation & Serving (62 | 5.1%), and Personal Care & Service (27 | 2.2%).
Services Occupations in Benton City

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Benton City, the most male-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (62.5%), Food Preparation & Serving (30.6%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (6.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (100.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (93.3%), and Food Preparation & Serving (69.4%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Benton City
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support45 (62.5%)27 (37.5%)
Security & Protection0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving19 (30.6%)43 (69.4%)
Cleaning & Maintenance6 (6.7%)83 (93.3%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)27 (100.0%)
Total (Category)70 (28.0%)180 (72.0%)
Total (Overall)627 (51.6%)588 (48.4%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Benton City are Office & Administration (145 | 11.9%), and Sales & Related (41 | 3.4%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Benton City

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Benton City
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related35 (85.4%)6 (14.6%)
Office & Administration6 (4.1%)139 (95.9%)
Total (Category)41 (22.0%)145 (78.0%)
Total (Overall)627 (51.6%)588 (48.4%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Benton City are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (125 | 10.3%), Farming, Fishing & Forestry (118 | 9.7%), and Construction & Extraction (80 | 6.6%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Benton City

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Benton City
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry27 (22.9%)91 (77.1%)
Construction & Extraction80 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair125 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)232 (71.8%)91 (28.2%)
Total (Overall)627 (51.6%)588 (48.4%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Benton City are Transportation (95 | 7.8%), Material Moving (66 | 5.4%), and Production (61 | 5.0%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Benton City

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Benton City
OccupationMaleFemale
Production61 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation95 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving60 (90.9%)6 (9.1%)
Total (Category)216 (97.3%)6 (2.7%)
Total (Overall)627 (51.6%)588 (48.4%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Benton City

Employment Industries in Benton City

The major employment industries in Benton City include Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (180 | 14.8%), Transportation & Warehousing (137 | 11.3%), Manufacturing (132 | 10.9%), Educational Services (130 | 10.7%), and Construction (98 | 8.1%).
Employment Industries in Benton City

Employment Industries by Sex in Benton City

The Benton City industries that see more men than women are Utilities (100.0%), Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), and Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Information (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (100.0%), and Administrative & Support (88.3%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Benton City
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting70 (38.9%)110 (61.1%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction89 (90.8%)9 (9.2%)
Manufacturing101 (76.5%)31 (23.5%)
Wholesale Trade42 (87.5%)6 (12.5%)
Retail Trade39 (72.2%)15 (27.8%)
Transportation & Warehousing103 (75.2%)34 (24.8%)
Utilities5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)32 (100.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific50 (89.3%)6 (10.7%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support11 (11.7%)83 (88.3%)
Educational Services20 (15.4%)110 (84.6%)
Health Care & Social Assistance0 (0.0%)95 (100.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services19 (73.1%)7 (26.9%)
Public Administration45 (50.6%)44 (49.4%)
Total627 (51.6%)588 (48.4%)

Education in Benton City

School Enrollment in Benton City

The most common levels of schooling among the 674 students in Benton City are elementary school (209 | 31.0%), middle school (141 | 20.9%), and nursery / preschool (138 | 20.5%).
School Enrollment in Benton City
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool13820.5%
Kindergarten40.6%
Elementary School20931.0%
Middle School14120.9%
High School527.7%
College / Undergraduate619.0%
Graduate / Professional6910.2%
Total674100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Benton City

Out of a total of 674 students who are enrolled in schools in Benton City, 15 (2.2%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 659 (97.8%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 6 (7.7% 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 60 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Benton City
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds60 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old282 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds143 (94.1%)9 (5.9%)
15 to 17 Year Olds15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds35 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds72 (92.3%)6 (7.7%)
25 to 34 Year Olds32 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over20 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total659 (97.8%)15 (2.2%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Benton City

Bio, nature & agricultural (51 | 26.3%), science & technology (37 | 19.1%), arts & humanities (25 | 12.9%), business (22 | 11.3%), and engineering (21 | 10.8%) are the most common fields of study among 194 individuals in Benton City who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Benton City
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural5126.3%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology178.8%
Social Sciences105.1%
Engineering2110.8%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology3719.1%
Business2211.3%
Education21.0%
Literature & Languages42.1%
Liberal Arts & History52.6%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities2512.9%
Total194100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Benton City

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Benton City

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Benton City are males with 2 vehicles (242, accounting for 40.6%) and females with 2 vehicles (213, making up 41.5%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Benton City
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle31 (5.2%)26 (4.5%)
1 Vehicle72 (12.1%)105 (18.0%)
2 Vehicles242 (40.6%)213 (36.5%)
3 Vehicles27 (4.5%)90 (15.4%)
4 Vehicles107 (17.9%)69 (11.8%)
5 or more Vehicles117 (19.6%)80 (13.7%)
Total596 (100.0%)583 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Benton City

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Benton City are 20 to 24 minutes (230 commuters, 20.6%), 30 to 34 minutes (175 commuters, 15.7%), and 15 to 19 minutes (164 commuters, 14.7%).
Commute Time in Benton City
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes736.5%
5 to 9 Minutes736.5%
10 to 14 Minutes787.0%
15 to 19 Minutes16414.7%
20 to 24 Minutes23020.6%
25 to 29 Minutes1029.1%
30 to 34 Minutes17515.7%
35 to 39 Minutes242.1%
40 to 44 Minutes766.8%
45 to 59 Minutes423.8%
60 to 89 Minutes373.3%
90 or more Minutes433.8%

Commute Time by Sex in Benton City

The most common commute times in Benton City are 30 to 34 minutes (150 commuters, 26.9%) for males and 20 to 24 minutes (199 commuters, 35.6%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Benton City
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes36 (6.5%)37 (6.6%)
5 to 9 Minutes45 (8.1%)28 (5.0%)
10 to 14 Minutes18 (3.2%)60 (10.7%)
15 to 19 Minutes44 (7.9%)120 (21.5%)
20 to 24 Minutes31 (5.6%)199 (35.6%)
25 to 29 Minutes27 (4.8%)75 (13.4%)
30 to 34 Minutes150 (26.9%)25 (4.5%)
35 to 39 Minutes24 (4.3%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes76 (13.6%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes32 (5.7%)10 (1.8%)
60 to 89 Minutes32 (5.7%)5 (0.9%)
90 or more Minutes43 (7.7%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Benton City

The most frequent times of departure to work in Benton City are 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM (117, 21.0%) for males and 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM (89, 15.9%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Benton City
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM115 (20.6%)52 (9.3%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM110 (19.7%)36 (6.4%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM117 (21.0%)49 (8.8%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM15 (2.7%)25 (4.5%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM58 (10.4%)76 (13.6%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM36 (6.5%)42 (7.5%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM12 (2.1%)28 (5.0%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM37 (6.6%)13 (2.3%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)64 (11.5%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM0 (0.0%)89 (15.9%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)27 (4.8%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)21 (3.8%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM58 (10.4%)0 (0.0%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM0 (0.0%)37 (6.6%)
Total558 (100.0%)559 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Benton City

Occupancy by Ownership in Benton City

Of the total 1,310 dwellings in Benton City, owner-occupied units account for 1,032 (78.8%), while renter-occupied units make up 278 (21.2%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Benton City
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units1,03278.8%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units27821.2%
Total Occupied Housing Units1,310100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Benton City

Occupancy by Household Size in Benton City
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household41431.6%
2-Person Household32424.7%
3-Person Household27521.0%
4+ Person Household29722.7%
Total Housing Units1,310100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Benton City

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Benton City
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household257 (62.1%)157 (37.9%)
2-Person Household276 (85.2%)48 (14.8%)
3-Person Household232 (84.4%)43 (15.6%)
4+ Person Household267 (89.9%)30 (10.1%)
Total Housing Units1,032 (78.8%)278 (21.2%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Benton City

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Benton City
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School93 (42.1%)128 (57.9%)
High School Diploma476 (85.6%)80 (14.4%)
College/Associate Degree398 (86.9%)60 (13.1%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher65 (86.7%)10 (13.3%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Benton City

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Benton City
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years41731.8%
35 to 44 Years19514.9%
45 to 54 Years19414.8%
55 to 64 Years17013.0%
65 to 74 Years25919.8%
75 to 84 Years695.3%
85 Years and Over60.5%
Total1,310100.0%

Housing Finances in Benton City

Median Income by Occupancy in Benton City

Median Income by Occupancy in Benton City
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied1,032 (78.8%)$62,266
Renter-Occupied278 (21.2%)$25,870
Average1,310 (100.0%)$51,558

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Benton City

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Benton City
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00034 (3.3%)61 (21.9%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,9996 (0.6%)17 (6.1%)
$15,000 to $19,999114 (11.1%)26 (9.3%)
$20,000 to $24,99921 (2.0%)19 (6.8%)
$25,000 to $34,999152 (14.7%)77 (27.7%)
$35,000 to $49,99958 (5.6%)27 (9.7%)
$50,000 to $74,999264 (25.6%)24 (8.6%)
$75,000 to $99,999203 (19.7%)27 (9.7%)
$100,000 to $149,999153 (14.8%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more27 (2.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,032 (100.0%)278 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Benton City

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Benton City
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300106 (10.3%)33 (11.9%)
$300 to $499102 (9.9%)0 (0.0%)
$500 to $799137 (13.3%)49 (17.6%)
$800 to $999147 (14.2%)17 (6.1%)
$1,000 to $1,499367 (35.6%)70 (25.2%)
$1,500 to $1,999113 (11.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,49960 (5.8%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,032 (100.0%)278 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Benton City

Housing Structures in Benton City

Housing Structures in Benton City
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached79160.4%
Single Unit, Attached634.8%
2 Unit Apartments161.2%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments272.1%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments171.3%
10 or more Apartments00.0%
Mobile Home / Other39630.2%
Total1,310100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Benton City

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Benton City
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached687 (86.9%)104 (13.2%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)63 (100.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)16 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)27 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)17 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mobile Home / Other345 (87.1%)51 (12.9%)
Total1,032 (78.8%)278 (21.2%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Benton City

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Benton City
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room21 (2.0%)20 (7.2%)
2 or 3 Rooms43 (4.2%)58 (20.9%)
4 or 5 Rooms358 (34.7%)124 (44.6%)
6 or 7 Rooms512 (49.6%)76 (27.3%)
8 or more Rooms98 (9.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,032 (100.0%)278 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Benton City

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Benton City
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas34 (3.3%)0 (0.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas0 (0.0%)7 (2.5%)
Electricity992 (96.1%)258 (92.8%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels6 (0.6%)1 (0.4%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)12 (4.3%)
Total1,032 (100.0%)278 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Benton City

Household Vehicle Usage in Benton City
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle45 (4.4%)60 (21.6%)
1 Vehicle243 (23.5%)136 (48.9%)
2 Vehicles415 (40.2%)39 (14.0%)
3 or more Vehicles329 (31.9%)43 (15.5%)
Total1,032 (100.0%)278 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Benton City

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Benton City

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units290742
Median Property Value$146,100$229,800
Median Household Income$55,417$22
Monthly Housing Costs$417$0
Real Estate Taxes$1,767$24

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Benton City

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Benton City
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00089 (30.7%)83 (11.2%)
$50,000 to $99,99917 (5.9%)24 (3.2%)
$100,000 to $299,999111 (38.3%)509 (68.6%)
$300,000 to $499,99973 (25.2%)126 (17.0%)
$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%)
Total290 (100.0%)742 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Benton City

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Benton City
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00010 (3.5%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99975 (25.9%)24 (3.2%)
$25,000 to $34,99915 (5.2%)66 (8.9%)
$35,000 to $49,99918 (6.2%)137 (18.5%)
$50,000 to $74,99983 (28.6%)40 (5.4%)
$75,000 to $99,99959 (20.3%)181 (24.4%)
$100,000 to $149,99925 (8.6%)144 (19.4%)
$150,000 or more5 (1.7%)128 (17.2%)
Total290 (100.0%)742 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Benton City

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Benton City
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x107 (36.9%)65,111 (8,775.1%)
2.0x to 2.9x42 (14.5%)132 (17.8%)
3.0x to 3.9x72 (24.8%)172 (23.2%)
4.0x or more59 (20.3%)210 (28.3%)
Total290 (100.0%)742 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Benton City

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Benton City
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80034 (11.7%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49940 (13.8%)83 (11.2%)
$800 to $1,499169 (58.3%)134 (18.1%)
Total290 (100.0%)742 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Benton City

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Benton City

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Benton City
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years679 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years443 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years279 (69.4%)123 (30.6%)
26 to 34 Years454 (79.6%)116 (20.3%)
35 to 44 Years212 (67.1%)104 (32.9%)
45 to 54 Years265 (78.2%)74 (21.8%)
55 to 64 Years328 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years287 (94.4%)17 (5.6%)
75 Years and older117 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total3,064 (87.6%)434 (12.4%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Benton City

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Benton City
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born679 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen443 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen279 (69.4%)123 (30.6%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Benton City

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Benton City
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000429 (90.7%)44 (9.3%)
$25,000 to $49,999696 (87.2%)102 (12.8%)
$50,000 to $74,999664 (76.3%)206 (23.7%)
$75,000 to $99,999537 (96.9%)17 (3.1%)
$100,000 and over738 (91.9%)65 (8.1%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Benton City

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Benton City
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6529 (77.9%)375 (55.2%)
6 to 18 Years314 (70.9%)181 (40.9%)
19 to 25 Years97 (24.1%)195 (48.5%)
25 to 34 Years199 (34.9%)255 (44.7%)
35 to 44 Years16 (5.1%)196 (62.0%)
45 to 54 Years146 (43.1%)180 (53.1%)
55 to 64 Years134 (40.8%)201 (61.3%)
65 to 74 Years287 (94.4%)88 (28.9%)
75 Years and over117 (100.0%)64 (54.7%)
Total1,839 (52.6%)1,735 (49.6%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Benton City

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Benton City
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)2 (0.8%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years95 (20.0%)101 (19.9%)
65 to 74 Years77 (45.0%)21 (15.8%)
75 Years and over47 (88.7%)38 (59.4%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Benton City

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Benton City: <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 Years73 (15.3%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years41 (24.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over45 (84.9%)6 (9.4%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Benton City: <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 Years2 (0.4%)6 (1.2%)
65 to 74 Years24 (14.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over2 (3.8%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Benton City: <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 Years21 (4.4%)61 (12.0%)
65 to 74 Years45 (26.3%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)21 (32.8%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Benton City: <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 Years18 (3.8%)76 (15.0%)
65 to 74 Years53 (31.0%)21 (15.8%)
75 Years and over12 (22.6%)38 (59.4%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Benton City: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)2 (0.8%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years22 (4.6%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)23 (35.9%)

Technology Access in Benton City

Computing Device Access in Benton City

Computing Device Access in Benton City
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop85565.3%
Smartphone1,13987.0%
Tablet66450.7%
No Computing Device1037.9%
Total1,310100.0%

Internet Access in Benton City

Internet Access in Benton City
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home83163.4%
Cellular Data Only20215.4%
Satellite Internet1209.2%
No Internet24018.3%
Total1,310100.0%

Benton City Summary

Benton City is a small city located in the southeastern corner of Washington State, in the United States. It is situated in the Yakima Valley, which is part of the Columbia Plateau. The city is located in Benton County, and is part of the Tri-Cities metropolitan area, which includes the cities of Kennewick, Pasco, and Richland. The population of Benton City was 4,845 at the 2010 census.

History

The area that is now Benton City was first settled in the late 1800s by homesteaders. The first post office was established in 1891, and the town was officially incorporated in 1909. The city was named after Thomas Hart Benton, a U.S. Senator from Missouri.
The city was originally an agricultural community, and the main crops grown were apples, cherries, and hops. The Yakima Valley was known for its fruit production, and Benton City was no exception. The city was also home to several hop farms, which supplied hops to the local breweries.
In the 1950s, the city began to experience a population boom, as people moved to the area to take advantage of the booming agricultural industry. The population of Benton City peaked in the 1960s, and has since declined slightly.

Geography

Benton City is located in the southeastern corner of Washington State, in the Yakima Valley. The city is situated at an elevation of 545 feet (166 m) above sea level. The city is located in Benton County, and is part of the Tri-Cities metropolitan area, which includes the cities of Kennewick, Pasco, and Richland.
The city is located on the banks of the Yakima River, and is surrounded by rolling hills and farmland. The climate in Benton City is semi-arid, with hot summers and cold winters. The average annual precipitation is 8.5 inches (216 mm).

Economy

The economy of Benton City is largely based on agriculture. The city is home to several fruit orchards, and the main crops grown are apples, cherries, and hops. The city is also home to several wineries, which produce a variety of wines.
The city is also home to several manufacturing companies, including a plastics manufacturer and a metal fabrication company. The city is also home to several retail stores, restaurants, and other businesses.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Benton City was 4,845. The racial makeup of the city was 79.2% White, 0.7% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.2% Pacific Islander, 16.2% from other races, and 2.4% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 28.2% of the population.
The median income for a household in the city was $37,917, and the median income for a family was $41,917. The per capita income for the city was $17,845. About 17.2% of families and 20.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 28.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Benton City?
Total Population of Benton City is 3,498.
What is the Total Male Population of Benton City?
Total Male Population of Benton City is 1,688.
What is the Total Female Population of Benton City?
Total Female Population of Benton City is 1,810.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Benton City?
There are 93.26 Males per 100 Females in Benton City.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Benton City?
There are 107.23 Females per 100 Males in Benton City.
What is the Median Population Age in Benton City?
Median Population Age in Benton City is 29.1 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Benton City
Average Family Size in Benton City is 3.4 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Benton City
Average Household Size in Benton City is 2.7 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Benton City?
Per Capita income in Benton City is $21,319.
What is the Median Family Income in Benton City?
Median Family Income in Benton City is $65,000.
What is the Median Household income in Benton City?
Median Household Income in Benton City is $51,558.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Benton City?
Income or Wage Gap in Benton City is 41.4%.
Women in Benton City earn 58.6 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Benton City?
Inequality or Gini Index in Benton City is 0.40.
How Large is the Labor Force in Benton City?
There are 1,284 People in the Labor Forcein in Benton City.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Benton City?
52.5% of People are in the Labor Force in Benton City.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Benton City?
Unemployment Rate in Benton City is 5.3%.