Benton County, MO
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19,616
TOTAL POPULATION
10,001
MALE POPULATION
9,615
FEMALE POPULATION
104.01
MALES / 100 FEMALES
96.14
FEMALES / 100 MALES
54.1
MEDIAN AGE
3.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.4
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$31,484
PER CAPITA INCOME
$65,553
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$50,229
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
38.4%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
61.6¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$10,815
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.47
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
7,451
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
44.9%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
5.0%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Race in Benton County
The most populous races in Benton County are White / Caucasian (18,378 | 93.7%), Two or more Races (846 | 4.3%), and Hispanic or Latino (442 | 2.2%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 17 | 0.1% |
| Black / African American | 135 | 0.7% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 8 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 442 | 2.2% |
| Native / Alaskan | 161 | 0.8% |
| White / Caucasian | 18,378 | 93.7% |
| Two or more Races | 846 | 4.3% |
| Some other Race | 71 | 0.4% |
| Total | 19,616 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Benton County
The most populous ancestries reported in Benton County are German (5,040 | 25.7%), Irish (2,376 | 12.1%), English (2,237 | 11.4%), American (1,975 | 10.1%), and Scottish (405 | 2.1%), together accounting for 61.3% of all Benton County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| American | 1,975 | 10.1% |
| Apache | 28 | 0.1% |
| Arab | 11 | 0.1% |
| Austrian | 94 | 0.5% |
| Bhutanese | 9 | 0.1% |
| Blackfeet | 10 | 0.1% |
| British | 13 | 0.1% |
| Burmese | 31 | 0.2% |
| Canadian | 41 | 0.2% |
| Celtic | 6 | 0.0% |
| Central American | 25 | 0.1% |
| Cherokee | 138 | 0.7% |
| Chippewa | 40 | 0.2% |
| Choctaw | 64 | 0.3% |
| Colombian | 47 | 0.2% |
| Croatian | 8 | 0.0% |
| Czech | 26 | 0.1% |
| Czechoslovakian | 7 | 0.0% |
| Danish | 56 | 0.3% |
| Dutch | 341 | 1.7% |
| Eastern European | 8 | 0.0% |
| English | 2,237 | 11.4% |
| European | 324 | 1.7% |
| Finnish | 7 | 0.0% |
| French | 302 | 1.5% |
| French Canadian | 87 | 0.4% |
| German | 5,040 | 25.7% |
| Greek | 26 | 0.1% |
| Guatemalan | 25 | 0.1% |
| Indian (Asian) | 29 | 0.2% |
| Irish | 2,376 | 12.1% |
| Italian | 173 | 0.9% |
| Korean | 48 | 0.2% |
| Lebanese | 11 | 0.1% |
| Lithuanian | 11 | 0.1% |
| Luxembourger | 9 | 0.1% |
| Mexican | 322 | 1.6% |
| Mexican American Indian | 6 | 0.0% |
| Native Hawaiian | 22 | 0.1% |
| Navajo | 30 | 0.2% |
| Northern European | 39 | 0.2% |
| Norwegian | 88 | 0.4% |
| Peruvian | 14 | 0.1% |
| Polish | 240 | 1.2% |
| Portuguese | 5 | 0.0% |
| Puerto Rican | 7 | 0.0% |
| Russian | 25 | 0.1% |
| Scandinavian | 85 | 0.4% |
| Scotch-Irish | 276 | 1.4% |
| Scottish | 405 | 2.1% |
| Sioux | 31 | 0.2% |
| Slovak | 17 | 0.1% |
| South American | 61 | 0.3% |
| South American Indian | 14 | 0.1% |
| Spaniard | 11 | 0.1% |
| Swedish | 139 | 0.7% |
| Swiss | 96 | 0.5% |
| Ukrainian | 94 | 0.5% |
| Welsh | 114 | 0.6% | View All 59 Rows |
Immigrants in Benton County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Benton County came from Latin America (108 | 0.5%), South America (88 | 0.4%), Europe (53 | 0.3%), Northern Europe (44 | 0.2%), and England (41 | 0.2%), together accounting for 1.7% of all Benton County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Asia | 17 | 0.1% |
| Canada | 36 | 0.2% |
| Central America | 20 | 0.1% |
| Colombia | 33 | 0.2% |
| Eastern Europe | 4 | 0.0% |
| England | 41 | 0.2% |
| Europe | 53 | 0.3% |
| Germany | 5 | 0.0% |
| Latin America | 108 | 0.5% |
| Mexico | 20 | 0.1% |
| Northern Europe | 44 | 0.2% |
| Peru | 14 | 0.1% |
| Philippines | 17 | 0.1% |
| South America | 88 | 0.4% |
| South Eastern Asia | 17 | 0.1% |
| Ukraine | 4 | 0.0% |
| Western Europe | 5 | 0.0% | View All 17 Rows |
Sex and Age in Benton County
Sex and Age in Benton County
The most populous age groups in Benton County are 65 to 69 Years (960 | 9.6%) for men and 65 to 69 Years (1,072 | 11.2%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 431 (4.3%) | 392 (4.1%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 492 (4.9%) | 350 (3.6%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 510 (5.1%) | 545 (5.7%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 555 (5.6%) | 455 (4.7%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 404 (4.0%) | 336 (3.5%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 412 (4.1%) | 365 (3.8%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 418 (4.2%) | 390 (4.1%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 573 (5.7%) | 385 (4.0%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 267 (2.7%) | 474 (4.9%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 579 (5.8%) | 525 (5.5%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 627 (6.3%) | 611 (6.4%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 925 (9.2%) | 885 (9.2%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 864 (8.6%) | 819 (8.5%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 960 (9.6%) | 1,072 (11.2%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 819 (8.2%) | 734 (7.6%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 633 (6.3%) | 491 (5.1%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 258 (2.6%) | 373 (3.9%) |
| 85 Years and over | 274 (2.7%) | 413 (4.3%) |
| Total | 10,001 (100.0%) | 9,615 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Benton County
Median Family Size in Benton County
The median family size in Benton County is 2.96 persons per family, with single female/mother families (556 | 10.6%) accounting for the largest median family size of 4.04 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (4,399 | 84.0%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.81 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 4,399 (84.0%) | 2.81 |
| Single Male/Father | 281 (5.4%) | 3.09 |
| Single Female/Mother | 556 (10.6%) | 4.04 |
| Total Families | 5,236 (100.0%) | 2.96 |
Median Household Size in Benton County
The median household size in Benton County is 2.37 persons per household, with single female/mother households (556 | 6.8%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.41 persons per household. non-family households (2,910 | 35.7%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.16 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 4,399 (54.0%) | 2.86 |
| Single Male/Father | 281 (3.5%) | 3.39 |
| Single Female/Mother | 556 (6.8%) | 4.41 |
| Non-family | 2,910 (35.7%) | 1.16 |
| Total Households | 8,146 (100.0%) | 2.37 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Benton County
Out of a total of 8,146 households in Benton County, 5,236 (64.3%) are family households, while 2,910 (35.7%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 3,339, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 2,582.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 2,582 (31.7%) |
| 2-Person Households | 3,339 (41.0%) | 306 (3.8%) |
| 3-Person Households | 831 (10.2%) | 22 (0.3%) |
| 4-Person Households | 603 (7.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 249 (3.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 76 (0.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 138 (1.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 5,236 (64.3%) | 2,910 (35.7%) |
Female Fertility in Benton County
Fertility by Age in Benton County
Average fertility rate in Benton County is 70.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 180.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 93.8% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 8 (3.8%) | 18.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 196 (93.8%) | 180.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 5 (2.4%) | 3.0 |
| Total | 209 (100.0%) | 70.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Benton County
42.1% of women with births (209) in Benton County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 61.7% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 15 to 19 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 8 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 75 (38.3%) | 121 (61.7%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 5 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 88 (42.1%) | 121 (57.9%) |
Fertility by Education in Benton County
Average fertility rate in Benton County is 70.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of graduate degree have the highest fertility rate of 103.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of bachelor's degree have the lowest fertility at 17.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of high school diploma represent 45.0% of all women with births.
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 18 (8.6%) | 36.0 |
| High School Diploma | 94 (45.0%) | 99.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 65 (31.1%) | 63.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 4 (1.9%) | 17.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 28 (13.4%) | 103.0 |
| Total | 209 (100.0%) | 70.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Benton County
57.9% of women with births in Benton County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of less than high school are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 74.5% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 18 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 24 (25.5%) | 70 (74.5%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 32 (49.2%) | 33 (50.8%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 4 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 10 (35.7%) | 18 (64.3%) |
| Total | 88 (42.1%) | 121 (57.9%) |
Income in Benton County
Income Overview in Benton County
Per Capita Income in Benton County is $31,484, while median incomes of families and households are $65,553 and $50,229 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 19,616 | $31,484 |
| Median Family Income | 5,236 | $65,553 |
| Mean Family Income | 5,236 | $84,757 |
| Median Household Income | 8,146 | $50,229 |
| Mean Household Income | 8,146 | $67,962 |
| Income Deficit | 5,236 | $10,815 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 19,616 | 38.40% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 19,616 | 61.60¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 19,616 | 0.47 |
Earnings by Sex in Benton County
Average Earnings in Benton County are $31,939, $39,212 for men and $24,156 for women, a difference of 38.4%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 4,217 (52.1%) | $39,212 |
| Female | 3,879 (47.9%) | $24,156 |
| Total | 8,096 (100.0%) | $31,939 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Benton County
The most common earnings brackets in Benton County are $55,000 to $64,999 for men (427 | 10.1%) and $2,499 or less for women (358 | 9.2%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 215 (5.1%) | 358 (9.2%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 76 (1.8%) | 213 (5.5%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 118 (2.8%) | 187 (4.8%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 108 (2.6%) | 146 (3.8%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 158 (3.7%) | 237 (6.1%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 214 (5.1%) | 65 (1.7%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 112 (2.7%) | 272 (7.0%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 151 (3.6%) | 178 (4.6%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 34 (0.8%) | 157 (4.1%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 151 (3.6%) | 191 (4.9%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 263 (6.2%) | 271 (7.0%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 251 (5.9%) | 226 (5.8%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 335 (7.9%) | 258 (6.7%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 235 (5.6%) | 252 (6.5%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 290 (6.9%) | 153 (3.9%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 119 (2.8%) | 193 (5.0%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 427 (10.1%) | 296 (7.6%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 321 (7.6%) | 63 (1.6%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 310 (7.3%) | 72 (1.9%) |
| $100,000+ | 329 (7.8%) | 91 (2.4%) |
| Total | 4,217 (100.0%) | 3,879 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Benton County
Average earnings in Benton County are $41,280 for men and $28,421 for women, a difference of 31.1%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $75,357, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $24,725. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $42,349, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $16,580.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $24,725 | $16,580 |
| High School Diploma | $41,778 | $23,623 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $39,181 | $28,699 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $75,357 | $42,349 |
| Graduate Degree | $62,175 | $40,848 |
| Total | $41,280 | $28,421 |
Family Income in Benton County
Family Income Brackets in Benton County
According to the Benton County family income data, there are 1,173 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 22.4% of all families. Conversely, the $200,000+ income bracket is the least frequent group with only 147 families (2.8%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 152 | 2.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 168 | 3.2% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 272 | 5.2% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 492 | 9.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 728 | 13.9% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,173 | 22.4% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 885 | 16.9% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 995 | 19.0% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 220 | 4.2% |
| $200,000+ | 147 | 2.8% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Benton County
4-person families (659 | 12.6%) account for the highest median family income in Benton County with $87,734 per family, while 2-person families (3,448 | 65.8%) have the highest median income of $30,762 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 3,448 (65.8%) | $61,524 |
| 3-Person Families | 777 (14.8%) | $79,485 |
| 4-Person Families | 659 (12.6%) | $87,734 |
| 5-Person Families | 149 (2.9%) | $77,083 |
| 6-Person Families | 81 (1.5%) | $85,417 |
| 7+ Person Families | 122 (2.3%) | $0 |
| Total | 5,236 (100.0%) | $65,553 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Benton County
The median family income in Benton County is $65,553, with families comprising 3+ earners (340) having the highest median family income of $115,635, while families with no earners (1,577) have the lowest median family income of $49,163, accounting for 6.5% and 30.1% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 1,577 (30.1%) | $49,163 |
| 1 Earner | 1,735 (33.1%) | $57,146 |
| 2 Earners | 1,584 (30.2%) | $87,925 |
| 3+ Earners | 340 (6.5%) | $115,635 |
| Total | 5,236 (100.0%) | $65,553 |
Household Income in Benton County
Household Income Brackets in Benton County
With 1,523 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Benton County, accounting for 18.7% of all households. In contrast, only 179 households (2.2%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 415 | 5.1% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 472 | 5.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 1,132 | 13.9% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 1,010 | 12.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 1,035 | 12.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,523 | 18.7% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,083 | 13.3% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,035 | 12.7% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 269 | 3.3% |
| $200,000+ | 179 | 2.2% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Benton County
The median household income in Benton County is $50,229, with the highest median household income of $64,405 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 2,904 households (35.6%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $28,295, with 75 households (0.9%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 75 (0.9%) | $28,295 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 1,478 (18.1%) | $57,532 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 2,904 (35.6%) | $64,405 |
| 65+ Years | 3,689 (45.3%) | $39,909 |
| Total | 8,146 (100.0%) | $50,229 |
Poverty in Benton County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Benton County
With 18.7% poverty level for males and 16.3% for females among the residents of Benton County, under 5 year old males and under 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 211 males (49.0%) and 195 females (49.7%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 211 (49.0%) | 195 (49.7%) |
| 5 Years | 14 (15.9%) | 25 (26.3%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 258 (43.6%) | 121 (31.4%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 145 (46.3%) | 83 (21.1%) |
| 15 Years | 15 (10.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 26 (10.8%) | 35 (26.1%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 128 (22.3%) | 100 (20.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 217 (26.4%) | 190 (25.2%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 48 (5.8%) | 101 (11.8%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 148 (12.3%) | 246 (21.6%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 386 (21.7%) | 170 (10.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 159 (9.0%) | 185 (10.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 100 (8.8%) | 90 (7.7%) |
| Total | 1,855 (18.7%) | 1,541 (16.3%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Benton County
According to the poverty statistics in Benton County, males aged 35 to 44 years and females aged 15 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 94.3% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 220 (51.0%) | 197 (50.3%) |
| 5 Years | 74 (84.1%) | 70 (73.7%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 334 (56.4%) | 264 (68.6%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 168 (53.7%) | 311 (78.9%) |
| 15 Years | 129 (89.6%) | 158 (100.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 214 (89.2%) | 99 (73.9%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 447 (77.7%) | 399 (80.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 606 (73.6%) | 565 (74.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 787 (94.3%) | 758 (88.2%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,055 (87.7%) | 890 (78.3%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,392 (78.3%) | 1,528 (90.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,599 (91.0%) | 1,593 (89.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,032 (91.2%) | 1,082 (92.3%) |
| Total | 8,057 (81.3%) | 7,914 (83.7%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Benton County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Benton County show that 8.1% or 354 of the total 4,399 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 70.4%, comprising of 50 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 4.1%, which includes 134 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 3,133 (95.9%) | 134 (4.1%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 774 (84.6%) | 141 (15.4%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 117 (80.1%) | 29 (19.9%) |
| 5 or more Children | 21 (29.6%) | 50 (70.4%) |
| Total | 4,045 (91.9%) | 354 (8.1%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Benton County
According to the poverty data in Benton County, 28.1% or 79 single-father households and 32.2% or 179 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 11 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 106 households (77.4%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 39 (28.3%) | 15 (6.8%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 13 (11.2%) | 58 (30.8%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 11 (100.0%) | 106 (77.4%) |
| 5 or more Children | 16 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 79 (28.1%) | 179 (32.2%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Benton County
The poverty data for Benton County shows that 354 of the married-couple family households (8.1%) and 258 of the single-parent households (30.8%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 50 households (70.4%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 117 household (79.0%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 134 (4.1%) | 54 (15.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 141 (15.4%) | 71 (23.4%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 29 (19.9%) | 117 (79.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 50 (70.4%) | 16 (61.5%) |
| Total | 354 (8.1%) | 258 (30.8%) |
Employment Characteristics in Benton County
Employment by Class of Employer in Benton County
Among the 6,959 employed individuals in Benton County, private company employees (4,306 | 61.9%), local government employees (788 | 11.3%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (578 | 8.3%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 4,306 | 61.9% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 276 | 4.0% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 578 | 8.3% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 437 | 6.3% |
| Local Government Employees | 788 | 11.3% |
| State Government Employees | 413 | 5.9% |
| Federal Government Employees | 102 | 1.5% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 59 | 0.9% |
| Total | 6,959 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Benton County
According to the labor force statistics for Benton County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (16,594), 44.9% or 7,451 individuals are in the labor force, with 5.0% or 373 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 73.9% or 574 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 14.6% or 70 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 263 (37.1%) | 21 (8.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 480 (64.9%) | 70 (14.6%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 574 (73.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 556 (68.8%) | 15 (2.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,239 (72.9%) | 48 (3.9%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,639 (70.0%) | 79 (4.8%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 1,088 (60.1%) | 100 (9.2%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 818 (48.6%) | 39 (4.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 609 (17.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 178 (7.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 7,451 (44.9%) | 373 (5.0%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Benton County
According to labor force statistics for Benton County, 64.9% of individuals (5,918) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (9,119) are in the labor force, with 4.7% or 278 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 84.4% or 1,274 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 13.7% or 68 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 496 (47.1%) | 144 (13.7%) |
| High School Diploma | 2,168 (59.6%) | 185 (5.1%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 1,973 (67.6%) | 137 (4.7%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,274 (84.4%) | 9 (0.6%) |
| Total | 5,918 (64.9%) | 429 (4.7%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Benton County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Benton County are Community & Social Service (725 | 10.3%), Management (641 | 9.1%), Education Instruction & Library (434 | 6.1%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (396 | 5.6%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (261 | 3.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Benton County, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Life, Physical & Social Science (90.6%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (87.4%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Legal Services & Support (100.0%), Education, Arts & Media (90.0%), and Arts, Media & Entertainment (84.4%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 394 (61.5%) | 247 (38.5%) |
| Business & Financial | 87 (41.8%) | 121 (58.2%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 228 (87.4%) | 33 (12.6%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 46 (64.8%) | 25 (35.2%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 105 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 77 (90.6%) | 8 (9.4%) |
| Community & Social Service | 139 (19.2%) | 586 (80.8%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 19 (10.0%) | 172 (90.0%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (100.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 105 (24.2%) | 329 (75.8%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 15 (15.6%) | 81 (84.4%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 67 (16.9%) | 329 (83.1%) |
| Health Technologists | 45 (18.9%) | 193 (81.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 915 (41.0%) | 1,316 (59.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,725 (52.7%) | 3,337 (47.2%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Benton County are Food Preparation & Serving (490 | 6.9%), Healthcare Support (322 | 4.6%), Cleaning & Maintenance (192 | 2.7%), Security & Protection (85 | 1.2%), and Personal Care & Service (79 | 1.1%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Benton County, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (100.0%), Security & Protection (91.8%), and Firefighting & Prevention (79.4%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (92.4%), Healthcare Support (84.8%), and Food Preparation & Serving (72.7%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 49 (15.2%) | 273 (84.8%) |
| Security & Protection | 78 (91.8%) | 7 (8.2%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 27 (79.4%) | 7 (20.6%) |
| Law Enforcement | 51 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 134 (27.4%) | 356 (72.7%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 149 (77.6%) | 43 (22.4%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 6 (7.6%) | 73 (92.4%) |
| Total (Category) | 416 (35.6%) | 752 (64.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,725 (52.7%) | 3,337 (47.2%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Benton County are Office & Administration (765 | 10.8%), and Sales & Related (676 | 9.6%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 276 (40.8%) | 400 (59.2%) |
| Office & Administration | 149 (19.5%) | 616 (80.5%) |
| Total (Category) | 425 (29.5%) | 1,016 (70.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,725 (52.7%) | 3,337 (47.2%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Benton County are Construction & Extraction (695 | 9.8%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (358 | 5.1%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (52 | 0.7%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 52 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 692 (99.6%) | 3 (0.4%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 358 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,102 (99.7%) | 3 (0.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,725 (52.7%) | 3,337 (47.2%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Benton County are Production (589 | 8.3%), Transportation (296 | 4.2%), and Material Moving (232 | 3.3%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 428 (72.7%) | 161 (27.3%) |
| Transportation | 239 (80.7%) | 57 (19.3%) |
| Material Moving | 200 (86.2%) | 32 (13.8%) |
| Total (Category) | 867 (77.6%) | 250 (22.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,725 (52.7%) | 3,337 (47.2%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Benton County
Employment Industries in Benton County
The major employment industries in Benton County include Health Care & Social Assistance (1,120 | 15.9%), Retail Trade (1,010 | 14.3%), Construction (946 | 13.4%), Educational Services (808 | 11.4%), and Manufacturing (805 | 11.4%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Benton County
The Benton County industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Construction (98.5%), and Transportation & Warehousing (86.6%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (83.6%), and Educational Services (78.5%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 204 (84.7%) | 37 (15.3%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 8 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 932 (98.5%) | 14 (1.5%) |
| Manufacturing | 581 (72.2%) | 224 (27.8%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 42 (55.3%) | 34 (44.7%) |
| Retail Trade | 470 (46.5%) | 540 (53.5%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 259 (86.6%) | 40 (13.4%) |
| Utilities | 66 (85.7%) | 11 (14.3%) |
| Information | 14 (28.6%) | 35 (71.4%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 49 (31.6%) | 106 (68.4%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 0 (0.0%) | 114 (100.0%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 39 (41.0%) | 56 (59.0%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 128 (80.0%) | 32 (20.0%) |
| Educational Services | 174 (21.5%) | 634 (78.5%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 184 (16.4%) | 936 (83.6%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 20 (34.5%) | 38 (65.5%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 234 (48.5%) | 248 (51.4%) |
| Public Administration | 151 (44.4%) | 189 (55.6%) |
| Total | 3,725 (52.7%) | 3,337 (47.2%) |
Education in Benton County
School Enrollment in Benton County
The most common levels of schooling among the 3,140 students in Benton County are middle school (848 | 27.0%), high school (736 | 23.4%), and elementary school (712 | 22.7%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 192 | 6.1% |
| Kindergarten | 126 | 4.0% |
| Elementary School | 712 | 22.7% |
| Middle School | 848 | 27.0% |
| High School | 736 | 23.4% |
| College / Undergraduate | 428 | 13.6% |
| Graduate / Professional | 98 | 3.1% |
| Total | 3,140 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Benton County
Out of a total of 3,140 students who are enrolled in schools in Benton County, 603 (19.2%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 2,537 (80.8%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 10 to 14 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 278 (26.4% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 602 (97.7% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 108 (77.7%) | 31 (22.3%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 565 (74.3%) | 195 (25.7%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 774 (73.6%) | 278 (26.4%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 602 (97.7%) | 14 (2.3%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 188 (91.7%) | 17 (8.3%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 42 (89.4%) | 5 (10.6%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 133 (85.3%) | 23 (14.7%) |
| 35 Years and over | 126 (76.4%) | 39 (23.6%) |
| Total | 2,537 (80.8%) | 603 (19.2%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Benton County
Education (750 | 30.4%), business (423 | 17.1%), science & technology (346 | 14.0%), bio, nature & agricultural (327 | 13.3%), and arts & humanities (157 | 6.4%) are the most common fields of study among 2,468 individuals in Benton County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 40 | 1.6% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 327 | 13.3% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 36 | 1.5% |
| Psychology | 80 | 3.2% |
| Social Sciences | 64 | 2.6% |
| Engineering | 88 | 3.6% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 0 | 0.0% |
| Science & Technology | 346 | 14.0% |
| Business | 423 | 17.1% |
| Education | 750 | 30.4% |
| Literature & Languages | 41 | 1.7% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 42 | 1.7% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 71 | 2.9% |
| Communications | 3 | 0.1% |
| Arts & Humanities | 157 | 6.4% |
| Total | 2,468 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Benton County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Benton County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Benton County are males with 2 vehicles (1,534, accounting for 41.8%) and females with 2 vehicles (1,171, making up 46.7%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 158 (4.3%) | 75 (2.3%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 438 (11.9%) | 421 (12.8%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,534 (41.8%) | 1,171 (35.6%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 932 (25.4%) | 1,022 (31.1%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 314 (8.6%) | 396 (12.0%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 295 (8.0%) | 202 (6.1%) |
| Total | 3,671 (100.0%) | 3,287 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Benton County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Benton County are 15 to 19 minutes (978 commuters, 14.7%), 5 to 9 minutes (931 commuters, 14.0%), and 30 to 34 minutes (817 commuters, 12.2%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 547 | 8.2% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 931 | 14.0% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 686 | 10.3% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 978 | 14.7% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 499 | 7.5% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 269 | 4.0% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 817 | 12.2% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 141 | 2.1% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 233 | 3.5% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 543 | 8.1% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 558 | 8.4% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 466 | 7.0% |
Commute Time by Sex in Benton County
The most common commute times in Benton County are 5 to 9 minutes (463 commuters, 13.0%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (552 commuters, 17.7%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 233 (6.6%) | 314 (10.1%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 463 (13.0%) | 468 (15.0%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 371 (10.4%) | 315 (10.1%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 426 (12.0%) | 552 (17.7%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 259 (7.3%) | 240 (7.7%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 114 (3.2%) | 155 (5.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 339 (9.5%) | 478 (15.3%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 82 (2.3%) | 59 (1.9%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 154 (4.3%) | 79 (2.5%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 268 (7.5%) | 275 (8.8%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 432 (12.2%) | 126 (4.0%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 412 (11.6%) | 54 (1.7%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Benton County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Benton County are 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM (522, 14.7%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (639, 20.5%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 330 (9.3%) | 107 (3.4%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 204 (5.7%) | 142 (4.6%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 329 (9.3%) | 94 (3.0%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 410 (11.5%) | 133 (4.3%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 522 (14.7%) | 393 (12.6%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 521 (14.7%) | 639 (20.5%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 417 (11.7%) | 497 (16.0%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 240 (6.8%) | 233 (7.5%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 44 (1.2%) | 119 (3.8%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 47 (1.3%) | 253 (8.1%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 74 (2.1%) | 85 (2.7%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 25 (0.7%) | 20 (0.6%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 224 (6.3%) | 226 (7.3%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 166 (4.7%) | 174 (5.6%) |
| Total | 3,553 (100.0%) | 3,115 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Benton County
Occupancy by Ownership in Benton County
Of the total 8,146 dwellings in Benton County, owner-occupied units account for 6,732 (82.6%), while renter-occupied units make up 1,414 (17.4%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 6,732 | 82.6% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 1,414 | 17.4% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 8,146 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Benton County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 2,582 | 31.7% |
| 2-Person Household | 3,645 | 44.8% |
| 3-Person Household | 853 | 10.5% |
| 4+ Person Household | 1,066 | 13.1% |
| Total Housing Units | 8,146 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Benton County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 1,873 (72.5%) | 709 (27.5%) |
| 2-Person Household | 3,240 (88.9%) | 405 (11.1%) |
| 3-Person Household | 746 (87.5%) | 107 (12.5%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 873 (81.9%) | 193 (18.1%) |
| Total Housing Units | 6,732 (82.6%) | 1,414 (17.4%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Benton County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 726 (77.7%) | 208 (22.3%) |
| High School Diploma | 2,490 (83.6%) | 487 (16.4%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 2,397 (82.3%) | 514 (17.7%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,119 (84.5%) | 205 (15.5%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Benton County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 768 | 9.4% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 785 | 9.6% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,195 | 14.7% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,709 | 21.0% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,147 | 26.4% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 1,153 | 14.1% |
| 85 Years and Over | 389 | 4.8% |
| Total | 8,146 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Benton County
Median Income by Occupancy in Benton County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 6,732 (82.6%) | $56,068 |
| Renter-Occupied | 1,414 (17.4%) | $29,375 |
| Average | 8,146 (100.0%) | $50,229 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Benton County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 240 (3.6%) | 53 (3.7%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 88 (1.3%) | 31 (2.2%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 318 (4.7%) | 155 (11.0%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 399 (5.9%) | 228 (16.1%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 330 (4.9%) | 176 (12.4%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 863 (12.8%) | 146 (10.3%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 873 (13.0%) | 160 (11.3%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,230 (18.3%) | 292 (20.6%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 963 (14.3%) | 118 (8.4%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 994 (14.8%) | 44 (3.1%) |
| $150,000 or more | 434 (6.5%) | 11 (0.8%) |
| Total | 6,732 (100.0%) | 1,414 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Benton County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 1,224 (18.2%) | 67 (4.7%) |
| $300 to $499 | 1,551 (23.0%) | 119 (8.4%) |
| $500 to $799 | 1,436 (21.3%) | 361 (25.5%) |
| $800 to $999 | 709 (10.5%) | 388 (27.4%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 1,111 (16.5%) | 193 (13.7%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 516 (7.7%) | 19 (1.3%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 156 (2.3%) | 23 (1.6%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 15 (0.2%) | 18 (1.3%) |
| $3,000 or more | 14 (0.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 6,732 (100.0%) | 1,414 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Benton County
Housing Structures in Benton County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 6,338 | 77.8% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 108 | 1.3% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 55 | 0.7% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 181 | 2.2% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 110 | 1.3% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 146 | 1.8% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 1,208 | 14.8% |
| Total | 8,146 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Benton County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 5,660 (89.3%) | 678 (10.7%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 10 (9.3%) | 98 (90.7%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 5 (9.1%) | 50 (90.9%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 11 (6.1%) | 170 (93.9%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 110 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 16 (11.0%) | 130 (89.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 1,030 (85.3%) | 178 (14.7%) |
| Total | 6,732 (82.6%) | 1,414 (17.4%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Benton County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 58 (0.9%) | 49 (3.5%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 422 (6.3%) | 288 (20.4%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 2,322 (34.5%) | 560 (39.6%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 2,362 (35.1%) | 336 (23.8%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 1,568 (23.3%) | 181 (12.8%) |
| Total | 6,732 (100.0%) | 1,414 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Benton County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 430 (6.4%) | 183 (12.9%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 1,218 (18.1%) | 93 (6.6%) |
| Electricity | 4,282 (63.6%) | 1,061 (75.0%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 49 (0.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 9 (0.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 737 (11.0%) | 73 (5.2%) |
| No Fuel Used | 7 (0.1%) | 4 (0.3%) |
| Total | 6,732 (100.0%) | 1,414 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Benton County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 281 (4.2%) | 221 (15.6%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 1,625 (24.1%) | 573 (40.5%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 2,801 (41.6%) | 497 (35.1%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 2,025 (30.1%) | 123 (8.7%) |
| Total | 6,732 (100.0%) | 1,414 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Benton County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Benton County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 3,715 | 3,017 |
| Median Property Value | $140,500 | $166,400 |
| Median Household Income | $42,969 | $221 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $381 | $14 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $833 | $86 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Benton County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 725 (19.5%) | 250 (8.3%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 662 (17.8%) | 464 (15.4%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 1,697 (45.7%) | 1,665 (55.2%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 405 (10.9%) | 562 (18.6%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 119 (3.2%) | 40 (1.3%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 86 (2.3%) | 32 (1.1%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 21 (0.6%) | 4 (0.1%) |
| Total | 3,715 (100.0%) | 3,017 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Benton County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 250 (6.7%) | 62 (2.1%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 807 (21.7%) | 78 (2.6%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 543 (14.6%) | 240 (8.0%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 580 (15.6%) | 320 (10.6%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 601 (16.2%) | 293 (9.7%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 490 (13.2%) | 629 (20.8%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 231 (6.2%) | 473 (15.7%) |
| $150,000 or more | 213 (5.7%) | 763 (25.3%) |
| Total | 3,715 (100.0%) | 3,017 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Benton County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 1,258 (33.9%) | 73,630 (2,440.5%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 578 (15.6%) | 1,322 (43.8%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 429 (11.6%) | 468 (15.5%) |
| 4.0x or more | 1,427 (38.4%) | 348 (11.5%) |
| Total | 3,715 (100.0%) | 3,017 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Benton County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 1,701 (45.8%) | 15 (0.5%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 1,172 (31.6%) | 1,136 (37.7%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 664 (17.9%) | 1,100 (36.5%) |
| Total | 3,715 (100.0%) | 3,017 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Benton County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Benton County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 925 (91.9%) | 81 (8.1%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 2,164 (85.6%) | 364 (14.4%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 806 (78.3%) | 223 (21.7%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 1,084 (73.0%) | 401 (27.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,142 (67.9%) | 541 (32.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,971 (84.3%) | 368 (15.7%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 3,219 (92.6%) | 257 (7.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 3,511 (99.3%) | 25 (0.7%) |
| 75 Years and older | 2,304 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 17,126 (88.3%) | 2,260 (11.7%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Benton County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 925 (91.9%) | 81 (8.1%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 2,164 (85.6%) | 364 (14.4%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 806 (78.3%) | 223 (21.7%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Benton County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 2,834 (86.1%) | 456 (13.9%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 3,889 (84.6%) | 706 (15.4%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 3,370 (88.2%) | 449 (11.8%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 2,638 (86.8%) | 401 (13.2%) |
| $100,000 and over | 4,342 (94.6%) | 246 (5.4%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Benton County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 605 (60.1%) | 380 (37.8%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 1,245 (49.2%) | 1,080 (42.7%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 204 (19.8%) | 610 (59.3%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 359 (24.2%) | 746 (50.2%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 345 (20.5%) | 947 (56.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 542 (23.2%) | 1,573 (67.2%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,022 (29.4%) | 2,326 (66.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 3,479 (98.4%) | 1,844 (52.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 2,276 (98.8%) | 1,473 (63.9%) |
| Total | 10,077 (52.0%) | 10,979 (56.6%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Benton County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 225 (16.2%) | 74 (6.2%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 224 (16.0%) | 145 (11.6%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 762 (20.0%) | 947 (25.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 606 (34.5%) | 476 (26.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 604 (53.4%) | 502 (42.8%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Benton County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 34 (2.9%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (0.6%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 115 (3.0%) | 184 (5.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 355 (20.2%) | 137 (7.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 368 (32.5%) | 225 (19.2%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 13 (0.9%) | 22 (1.8%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 23 (1.7%) | 25 (2.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 59 (1.5%) | 174 (4.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 93 (5.3%) | 101 (5.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 120 (10.6%) | 66 (5.6%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 212 (15.3%) | 40 (3.4%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 160 (11.4%) | 130 (10.4%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 488 (12.8%) | 443 (12.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 106 (6.0%) | 97 (5.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 187 (16.5%) | 187 (16.0%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 8 (0.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 58 (4.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 284 (7.5%) | 629 (17.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 258 (14.7%) | 360 (20.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 352 (31.1%) | 274 (23.4%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (0.4%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 23 (1.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 93 (2.4%) | 292 (7.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 47 (2.7%) | 106 (6.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 148 (13.1%) | 90 (7.7%) |
Technology Access in Benton County
Computing Device Access in Benton County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 5,554 | 68.2% |
| Smartphone | 6,295 | 77.3% |
| Tablet | 3,927 | 48.2% |
| No Computing Device | 1,079 | 13.3% |
| Total | 8,146 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Benton County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 137 | 1.7% |
| Broadband Home | 3,526 | 43.3% |
| Cellular Data Only | 1,613 | 19.8% |
| Satellite Internet | 1,661 | 20.4% |
| No Internet | 1,542 | 18.9% |
| Total | 8,146 | 100.0% |
Benton County Summary
Benton County, Missouri is located in the southwestern corner of the state, and is bordered by Hickory County to the north, St. Clair County to the east, Cedar County to the south, and Polk County to the west. The county seat is Warsaw, and the county was named after Thomas Hart Benton, a United States Senator from Missouri. The county has a total area of 517 square miles, and a population of 19,056 as of the 2010 census.
Geography
Benton County is located in the Ozark Plateau region of Missouri, and is characterized by rolling hills and valleys. The county is drained by the Osage River, which flows through the center of the county. The highest point in the county is located in the northwest corner, at an elevation of 1,068 feet. The county is mostly forested, with oak, hickory, and pine trees being the most common.
Economy
The economy of Benton County is largely based on agriculture, with corn, soybeans, and hay being the primary crops. Livestock production is also important, with cattle, hogs, and poultry being the main animals raised. Manufacturing is also an important part of the economy, with companies such as Tyson Foods, Inc., and Ozark Mountain Poultry, Inc. having facilities in the county. Tourism is also an important part of the economy, with the Lake of the Ozarks State Park being a popular destination.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, the population of Benton County was 19,056, with a population density of 37 people per square mile. The racial makeup of the county was 97.3% White, 0.5% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.5% from other races, and 1.1% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.3% of the population.
The median income for a household in the county was $37,945, and the median income for a family was $45,945. The per capita income for the county was $19,945. About 11.3% of families and 14.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 19.2% of those under age 18 and 10.2% of those age 65 or over.
Conclusion
Benton County, Missouri is a rural county located in the southwestern corner of the state. The county is characterized by rolling hills and valleys, and is mostly forested. The economy of the county is largely based on agriculture, with corn, soybeans, and hay being the primary crops. Manufacturing and tourism are also important parts of the economy. The population of the county is 19,056, with a median income of $37,945.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Benton County?
Total Population of Benton County is 19,616.
What is the Total Male Population of Benton County?
Total Male Population of Benton County is 10,001.
What is the Total Female Population of Benton County?
Total Female Population of Benton County is 9,615.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Benton County?
There are 104.01 Males per 100 Females in Benton County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Benton County?
There are 96.14 Females per 100 Males in Benton County.
What is the Median Population Age in Benton County?
Median Population Age in Benton County is 54.1 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Benton County
Average Family Size in Benton County is 3.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Benton County
Average Household Size in Benton County is 2.4 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Benton County?
Per Capita income in Benton County is $31,484.
What is the Median Family Income in Benton County?
Median Family Income in Benton County is $65,553.
What is the Median Household income in Benton County?
Median Household Income in Benton County is $50,229.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Benton County?
Income or Wage Gap in Benton County is 38.4%.
Women in Benton County earn 61.6 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Benton County?
Family Income Deficit in Benton County is $10,815.
Families that are below poverty line in Benton County earn $10,815 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Benton County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Benton County is 0.47.
How Large is the Labor Force in Benton County?
There are 7,451 People in the Labor Forcein in Benton County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Benton County?
44.9% of People are in the Labor Force in Benton County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Benton County?
Unemployment Rate in Benton County is 5.0%.