Benton, TN

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Benton Overview

1,584
TOTAL POPULATION
734
MALE POPULATION
850
FEMALE POPULATION
86.35
MALES / 100 FEMALES
115.80
FEMALES / 100 MALES
38.9
MEDIAN AGE
3.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.4
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$21,643
PER CAPITA INCOME
$60,673
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$37,569
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
26.5%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
73.5¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.45
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
583
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
45.8%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
7.5%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Benton Zip Codes

Benton Area Codes

Race in Benton

The most populous races in Benton are White / Caucasian (1,427 | 90.1%), Two or more Races (120 | 7.6%), and Black / African American (33 | 2.1%).
Race in Benton
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American332.1%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino100.6%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian1,42790.1%
Two or more Races1207.6%
Some other Race40.3%
Total1,584100.0%

Ancestry in Benton

The most populous ancestries reported in Benton are Irish (318 | 20.1%), German (199 | 12.6%), English (172 | 10.9%), American (168 | 10.6%), and Cherokee (60 | 3.8%), together accounting for 57.9% of all Benton residents.
Ancestry in Benton
Ancestry# Population% Population
African50.3%
American16810.6%
Australian50.3%
Blackfeet20.1%
British150.9%
Cajun130.8%
Central American40.3%
Cherokee603.8%
Dutch221.4%
Eastern European30.2%
English17210.9%
European412.6%
French271.7%
German19912.6%
Irish31820.1%
Italian100.6%
Liberian50.3%
Mexican60.4%
Norwegian120.8%
Panamanian40.3%
Scotch-Irish140.9%
Scottish241.5%
Subsaharan African100.6%
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Immigrants in Benton

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Benton came from Africa (5 | 0.3%), Liberia (5 | 0.3%), Western Africa (5 | 0.3%), Central America (4 | 0.3%), and Latin America (4 | 0.3%), together accounting for 1.5% of all Benton residents.
Immigrants in Benton
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa50.3%
Central America40.3%
Latin America40.3%
Liberia50.3%
Panama40.3%
Western Africa50.3%
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Sex and Age in Benton

Sex and Age in Benton

The most populous age groups in Benton are 20 to 24 Years (72 | 9.8%) for men and 70 to 74 Years (85 | 10.0%) for women.
Sex and Age in Benton
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years55 (7.5%)82 (9.7%)
5 to 9 Years45 (6.1%)41 (4.8%)
10 to 14 Years15 (2.0%)68 (8.0%)
15 to 19 Years24 (3.3%)42 (4.9%)
20 to 24 Years72 (9.8%)56 (6.6%)
25 to 29 Years72 (9.8%)29 (3.4%)
30 to 34 Years69 (9.4%)39 (4.6%)
35 to 39 Years41 (5.6%)52 (6.1%)
40 to 44 Years42 (5.7%)74 (8.7%)
45 to 49 Years65 (8.9%)29 (3.4%)
50 to 54 Years34 (4.6%)38 (4.5%)
55 to 59 Years57 (7.8%)67 (7.9%)
60 to 64 Years43 (5.9%)52 (6.1%)
65 to 69 Years34 (4.6%)54 (6.4%)
70 to 74 Years37 (5.0%)85 (10.0%)
75 to 79 Years29 (4.0%)23 (2.7%)
80 to 84 Years0 (0.0%)11 (1.3%)
85 Years and over0 (0.0%)8 (0.9%)
Total734 (100.0%)850 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Benton

Median Family Size in Benton

The median family size in Benton is 2.99 persons per family, with single female/mother families (111 | 28.0%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.18 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (32 | 8.1%) represent the smallest median family size with 1.81 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Benton
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple254 (64.0%)3.05
Single Male/Father32 (8.1%)1.81
Single Female/Mother111 (28.0%)3.18
Total Families397 (100.0%)2.99

Median Household Size in Benton

The median household size in Benton is 2.37 persons per household, with single female/mother households (111 | 18.2%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.4 persons per household. non-family households (214 | 35.0%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.05 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Benton
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple254 (41.6%)3.10
Single Male/Father32 (5.2%)1.81
Single Female/Mother111 (18.2%)3.40
Non-family214 (35.0%)1.05
Total Households611 (100.0%)2.37

Household Size by Marriage Status in Benton

Out of a total of 611 households in Benton, 397 (65.0%) are family households, while 214 (35.0%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 191, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 208.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Benton
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-208 (34.0%)
2-Person Households191 (31.3%)3 (0.5%)
3-Person Households81 (13.3%)3 (0.5%)
4-Person Households100 (16.4%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households21 (3.4%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households4 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total397 (65.0%)214 (35.0%)

Female Fertility in Benton

Fertility by Age in Benton

Average fertility rate in Benton is 40.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 105.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Benton
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years13 (100.0%)105.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total13 (100.0%)40.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Benton

69.2% of women with births (13) in Benton are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 30.8% 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 30.8% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Benton
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years9 (69.2%)4 (30.8%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total9 (69.2%)4 (30.8%)

Fertility by Education in Benton

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Benton
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree9 (69.2%)70.0
Bachelor's Degree4 (30.8%)133.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total13 (100.0%)40.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Benton

30.8% of women with births in Benton are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are least likely to be married with 44.4% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Benton
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree5 (55.6%)4 (44.4%)
Bachelor's Degree4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total9 (69.2%)4 (30.8%)

Income in Benton

Income Overview in Benton

Per Capita Income in Benton is $21,643, while median incomes of families and households are $60,673 and $37,569 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income1,584$21,643
Median Family Income397$60,673
Mean Family Income397$67,652
Median Household Income611$37,569
Mean Household Income611$53,506
Income Deficit397$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)1,58426.54%
Wage / Income Gap ($)1,58473.46¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index1,5840.45

Earnings by Sex in Benton

Average Earnings in Benton are $31,289, $38,214 for men and $28,073 for women, a difference of 26.5%.
Earnings by Sex in Benton
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male368 (55.0%)$38,214
Female301 (45.0%)$28,073
Total669 (100.0%)$31,289

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Benton

The most common earnings brackets in Benton are $65,000 to $74,999 for men (42 | 11.4%) and $30,000 to $34,999 for women (48 | 16.0%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Benton
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less27 (7.3%)6 (2.0%)
$2,500 to $4,9996 (1.6%)14 (4.6%)
$5,000 to $7,49913 (3.5%)16 (5.3%)
$7,500 to $9,9999 (2.5%)20 (6.6%)
$10,000 to $12,4995 (1.4%)3 (1.0%)
$12,500 to $14,99921 (5.7%)3 (1.0%)
$15,000 to $17,49931 (8.4%)0 (0.0%)
$17,500 to $19,99917 (4.6%)28 (9.3%)
$20,000 to $22,4993 (0.8%)19 (6.3%)
$22,500 to $24,99911 (3.0%)22 (7.3%)
$25,000 to $29,9996 (1.6%)38 (12.6%)
$30,000 to $34,99910 (2.7%)48 (16.0%)
$35,000 to $39,99940 (10.9%)16 (5.3%)
$40,000 to $44,99931 (8.4%)18 (6.0%)
$45,000 to $49,9993 (0.8%)3 (1.0%)
$50,000 to $54,99924 (6.5%)17 (5.7%)
$55,000 to $64,99917 (4.6%)9 (3.0%)
$65,000 to $74,99942 (11.4%)1 (0.3%)
$75,000 to $99,99927 (7.3%)13 (4.3%)
$100,000+25 (6.8%)7 (2.3%)
Total368 (100.0%)301 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Benton

Average earnings in Benton are $41,033 for men and $26,591 for women, a difference of 35.2%. Men with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $41,806, while those with bachelor's degree education earn the least with $35,833. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $56,250, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $18,971.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Benton
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$40,625$0
College or Associate's Degree$41,806$27,045
Bachelor's Degree$35,833$52,292
Graduate Degree--
Total$41,033$26,591

Family Income in Benton

Family Income Brackets in Benton

According to the Benton family income data, there are 89 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 22.4% of all families. Conversely, the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 4 families (1.0%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Benton
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000123.0%
$10,000 to $14,999369.1%
$15,000 to $24,999317.8%
$25,000 to $34,9994511.3%
$35,000 to $49,9995213.1%
$50,000 to $74,9996917.4%
$75,000 to $99,9994812.1%
$100,000 to $149,9998922.4%
$150,000 to $199,99941.0%
$200,000+112.8%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Benton

3-person families (99 | 24.9%) account for the highest median family income in Benton with $76,250 per family, while 3-person families (99 | 24.9%) have the highest median income of $25,417 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Benton
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families192 (48.4%)$48,750
3-Person Families99 (24.9%)$76,250
4-Person Families88 (22.2%)$31,000
5-Person Families18 (4.5%)$74,643
6-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total397 (100.0%)$60,673

Family Income by Number of Earners in Benton

The median family income in Benton is $60,673, with families comprising 3+ earners (24) having the highest median family income of $118,750, while families with no earners (88) have the lowest median family income of $23,542, accounting for 6.0% and 22.2% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Benton
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners88 (22.2%)$23,542
1 Earner161 (40.6%)$50,313
2 Earners124 (31.2%)$85,357
3+ Earners24 (6.0%)$118,750
Total397 (100.0%)$60,673

Household Income in Benton

Household Income Brackets in Benton

With 105 households falling in the category, the $10,000 to $14,999 income range is the most frequent in Benton, accounting for 17.2% of all households. In contrast, only 4 households (0.6%) fall into the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Benton
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000437.0%
$10,000 to $14,99910517.2%
$15,000 to $24,9998513.9%
$25,000 to $34,9996210.1%
$35,000 to $49,9996711.0%
$50,000 to $74,9996310.3%
$75,000 to $99,9996711.0%
$100,000 to $149,99910417.0%
$150,000 to $199,99940.7%
$200,000+111.8%

Household Income by Householder Age in Benton

The median household income in Benton is $37,569, with the highest median household income of $127,692 found in the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 24 households (3.9%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 168 households (27.5%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Benton
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years24 (3.9%)$127,692
25 to 44 Years168 (27.5%)$0
45 to 64 Years224 (36.7%)$43,125
65+ Years195 (31.9%)$16,375
Total611 (100.0%)$37,569

Poverty in Benton

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Benton

With 15.7% poverty level for males and 21.6% for females among the residents of Benton, 5 year old males and 12 to 14 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 5 males (62.5%) and 26 females (55.3%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Benton
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years15 (31.9%)6 (8.0%)
5 Years5 (62.5%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years26 (56.5%)29 (51.8%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)26 (55.3%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years4 (44.4%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years3 (3.3%)22 (35.5%)
35 to 44 Years3 (5.7%)26 (22.8%)
45 to 54 Years17 (20.5%)15 (22.4%)
55 to 64 Years18 (19.0%)15 (12.6%)
65 to 74 Years4 (5.6%)28 (20.1%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)11 (26.2%)
Total95 (15.7%)178 (21.6%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Benton

According to the poverty statistics in Benton, 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
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years32 (68.1%)69 (92.0%)
5 Years3 (37.5%)6 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years20 (43.5%)27 (48.2%)
12 to 14 Years4 (100.0%)21 (44.7%)
15 Years4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years5 (55.6%)13 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years65 (100.0%)85 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years89 (96.7%)40 (64.5%)
35 to 44 Years50 (94.3%)88 (77.2%)
45 to 54 Years66 (79.5%)52 (77.6%)
55 to 64 Years77 (81.0%)104 (87.4%)
65 to 74 Years67 (94.4%)111 (79.9%)
75 Years and over29 (100.0%)31 (73.8%)
Total511 (84.3%)647 (78.4%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Benton

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Benton show that 8.7% or 22 of the total 254 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 21.4%, comprising of 15 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Benton
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children164 (95.9%)7 (4.1%)
1 or 2 Children55 (78.6%)15 (21.4%)
3 or 4 Children13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total232 (91.3%)22 (8.7%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Benton

According to the poverty data in Benton, 53.1% or 17 single-father households and 24.3% or 27 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 17 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 21 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Benton
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children17 (100.0%)6 (20.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)21 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total17 (53.1%)27 (24.3%)

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

The poverty data for Benton shows that 22 of the married-couple family households (8.7%) and 44 of the single-parent households (30.8%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 15 households (21.4%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 21 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Benton
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children7 (4.1%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children15 (21.4%)23 (48.9%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)21 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total22 (8.7%)44 (30.8%)

Employment Characteristics in Benton

Employment by Class of Employer in Benton

Among the 535 employed individuals in Benton, private company employees (448 | 83.7%), local government employees (44 | 8.2%), and not-for-profit organizations (15 | 2.8%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Benton
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees44883.7%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)30.6%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)30.6%
Not-for-profit Organizations152.8%
Local Government Employees448.2%
State Government Employees142.6%
Federal Government Employees81.5%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total535100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Benton

According to the labor force statistics for Benton, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,274), 45.8% or 583 individuals are in the labor force, with 7.5% or 44 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 78.9% or 101 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 62.9% or 22 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Benton
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years35 (56.5%)22 (62.9%)
20 to 24 Years101 (78.9%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years69 (68.3%)4 (5.8%)
30 to 34 Years80 (74.1%)3 (3.8%)
35 to 44 Years111 (53.1%)15 (13.5%)
45 to 54 Years71 (42.8%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years76 (61.3%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years31 (32.6%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years8 (3.8%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over1 (1.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total583 (45.8%)44 (7.5%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Benton

According to labor force statistics for Benton, 54.5% of individuals (438) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (803) are in the labor force, with 5.0% or 22 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 88.2% or 60 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with college / associate degree education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 9.7% or 19 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Benton
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School40 (37.4%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma143 (37.9%)8 (2.1%)
College / Associate Degree195 (77.7%)24 (9.7%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher60 (88.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total438 (54.5%)40 (5.0%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Benton

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Benton are Health Diagnosing & Treating (42 | 7.8%), Community & Social Service (33 | 6.1%), Business & Financial (23 | 4.3%), Education Instruction & Library (22 | 4.1%), and Management (20 | 3.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Benton

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Benton, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), and Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Legal Services & Support (100.0%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), and Health Technologists (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Benton
OccupationMaleFemale
Management4 (20.0%)16 (80.0%)
Business & Financial16 (69.6%)7 (30.4%)
Computers, Engineering & Science2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 5 (15.1%)28 (84.9%)
Education, Arts & Media3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Education Instruction & Library2 (9.1%)20 (90.9%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating8 (19.1%)34 (80.9%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)19 (100.0%)
Total (Category)35 (29.2%)85 (70.8%)
Total (Overall)307 (57.0%)232 (43.0%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Benton are Cleaning & Maintenance (53 | 9.8%), Healthcare Support (40 | 7.4%), Food Preparation & Serving (11 | 2.0%), Personal Care & Service (10 | 1.9%), and Security & Protection (9 | 1.7%).
Services Occupations in Benton

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Benton, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Law Enforcement (100.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (63.6%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (100.0%), Healthcare Support (92.5%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (49.1%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Benton
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support3 (7.5%)37 (92.5%)
Security & Protection9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving7 (63.6%)4 (36.4%)
Cleaning & Maintenance27 (50.9%)26 (49.1%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)10 (100.0%)
Total (Category)46 (37.4%)77 (62.6%)
Total (Overall)307 (57.0%)232 (43.0%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Benton are Office & Administration (46 | 8.5%), and Sales & Related (8 | 1.5%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Benton

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Benton
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Office & Administration6 (13.0%)40 (87.0%)
Total (Category)14 (25.9%)40 (74.1%)
Total (Overall)307 (57.0%)232 (43.0%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Benton are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (51 | 9.5%), and Construction & Extraction (42 | 7.8%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Benton

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Benton
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction42 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair51 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)93 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)307 (57.0%)232 (43.0%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Benton are Production (111 | 20.6%), Transportation (20 | 3.7%), and Material Moving (18 | 3.3%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Benton

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Benton
OccupationMaleFemale
Production81 (73.0%)30 (27.0%)
Transportation20 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)119 (79.9%)30 (20.1%)
Total (Overall)307 (57.0%)232 (43.0%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Benton

Employment Industries in Benton

The major employment industries in Benton include Manufacturing (148 | 27.5%), Health Care & Social Assistance (65 | 12.1%), Retail Trade (55 | 10.2%), Public Administration (39 | 7.2%), and Transportation & Warehousing (36 | 6.7%).
Employment Industries in Benton

Employment Industries by Sex in Benton

The Benton industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Construction (100.0%), and Wholesale Trade (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Professional & Scientific (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (90.8%), and Educational Services (89.5%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Benton
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction23 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing117 (79.0%)31 (20.9%)
Wholesale Trade18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade18 (32.7%)37 (67.3%)
Transportation & Warehousing32 (88.9%)4 (11.1%)
Utilities16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing12 (41.4%)17 (58.6%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)13 (100.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support18 (66.7%)9 (33.3%)
Educational Services2 (10.5%)17 (89.5%)
Health Care & Social Assistance6 (9.2%)59 (90.8%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services7 (28.0%)18 (72.0%)
Public Administration15 (38.5%)24 (61.5%)
Total307 (57.0%)232 (43.0%)

Education in Benton

School Enrollment in Benton

The most common levels of schooling among the 222 students in Benton are middle school (72 | 32.4%), elementary school (66 | 29.7%), and high school (45 | 20.3%).
School Enrollment in Benton
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool41.8%
Kindergarten177.7%
Elementary School6629.7%
Middle School7232.4%
High School4520.3%
College / Undergraduate188.1%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total222100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Benton

Out of a total of 222 students who are enrolled in schools in Benton, 23 (10.4%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 199 (89.6%) 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 3 (25.0% 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 4 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Benton
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old73 (90.1%)8 (9.9%)
10 to 14 Year Olds75 (90.4%)8 (9.6%)
15 to 17 Year Olds22 (84.6%)4 (15.4%)
18 to 19 Year Olds12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds9 (75.0%)3 (25.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total199 (89.6%)23 (10.4%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Benton

Business (27 | 27.3%), psychology (17 | 17.2%), science & technology (14 | 14.1%), arts & humanities (11 | 11.1%), and education (9 | 9.1%) are the most common fields of study among 99 individuals in Benton who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Benton
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics22.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural11.0%
Physical & Health Sciences22.0%
Psychology1717.2%
Social Sciences33.0%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology1414.1%
Business2727.3%
Education99.1%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History88.1%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications55.1%
Arts & Humanities1111.1%
Total99100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Benton

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Benton

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Benton are males with 2 vehicles (165, accounting for 53.7%) and females with 2 vehicles (75, making up 72.4%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Benton
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)3 (1.3%)
1 Vehicle46 (15.0%)33 (14.5%)
2 Vehicles165 (53.7%)75 (32.9%)
3 Vehicles46 (15.0%)73 (32.0%)
4 Vehicles29 (9.5%)31 (13.6%)
5 or more Vehicles21 (6.8%)13 (5.7%)
Total307 (100.0%)228 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Benton

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Benton are 30 to 34 minutes (123 commuters, 24.2%), 20 to 24 minutes (76 commuters, 14.9%), and 10 to 14 minutes (73 commuters, 14.3%).
Commute Time in Benton
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes214.1%
5 to 9 Minutes316.1%
10 to 14 Minutes7314.3%
15 to 19 Minutes244.7%
20 to 24 Minutes7614.9%
25 to 29 Minutes5611.0%
30 to 34 Minutes12324.2%
35 to 39 Minutes00.0%
40 to 44 Minutes102.0%
45 to 59 Minutes428.3%
60 to 89 Minutes5310.4%
90 or more Minutes00.0%

Commute Time by Sex in Benton

The most common commute times in Benton are 30 to 34 minutes (101 commuters, 34.2%) for males and 20 to 24 minutes (56 commuters, 26.2%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Benton
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes5 (1.7%)16 (7.5%)
5 to 9 Minutes13 (4.4%)18 (8.4%)
10 to 14 Minutes29 (9.8%)44 (20.6%)
15 to 19 Minutes20 (6.8%)4 (1.9%)
20 to 24 Minutes20 (6.8%)56 (26.2%)
25 to 29 Minutes39 (13.2%)17 (7.9%)
30 to 34 Minutes101 (34.2%)22 (10.3%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes10 (3.4%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes14 (4.8%)28 (13.1%)
60 to 89 Minutes44 (14.9%)9 (4.2%)
90 or more Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Benton

The most frequent times of departure to work in Benton are 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM (70, 23.7%) for males and 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM (31, 14.5%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Benton
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM70 (23.7%)6 (2.8%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM7 (2.4%)15 (7.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM19 (6.4%)7 (3.3%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM36 (12.2%)8 (3.7%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM30 (10.2%)22 (10.3%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM16 (5.4%)28 (13.1%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM13 (4.4%)30 (14.0%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM6 (2.0%)11 (5.1%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM14 (4.8%)17 (7.9%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM0 (0.0%)23 (10.7%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM20 (6.8%)31 (14.5%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)8 (3.7%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM22 (7.5%)3 (1.4%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM42 (14.2%)5 (2.3%)
Total295 (100.0%)214 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Benton

Occupancy by Ownership in Benton

Of the total 611 dwellings in Benton, owner-occupied units account for 343 (56.1%), while renter-occupied units make up 268 (43.9%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Benton
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units34356.1%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units26843.9%
Total Occupied Housing Units611100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Benton

Occupancy by Household Size in Benton
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household20834.0%
2-Person Household19431.8%
3-Person Household8413.8%
4+ Person Household12520.5%
Total Housing Units611100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Benton

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Benton
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household40 (19.2%)168 (80.8%)
2-Person Household159 (82.0%)35 (18.0%)
3-Person Household75 (89.3%)9 (10.7%)
4+ Person Household69 (55.2%)56 (44.8%)
Total Housing Units343 (56.1%)268 (43.9%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Benton

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Benton
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School52 (34.7%)98 (65.3%)
High School Diploma140 (63.6%)80 (36.4%)
College/Associate Degree108 (62.4%)65 (37.6%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher43 (63.2%)25 (36.8%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Benton

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Benton
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years9816.0%
35 to 44 Years9415.4%
45 to 54 Years10216.7%
55 to 64 Years12220.0%
65 to 74 Years13922.8%
75 to 84 Years487.9%
85 Years and Over81.3%
Total611100.0%

Housing Finances in Benton

Median Income by Occupancy in Benton

Median Income by Occupancy in Benton
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied343 (56.1%)$67,750
Renter-Occupied268 (43.9%)$17,576
Average611 (100.0%)$37,569

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Benton

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Benton
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0007 (2.0%)7 (2.6%)
$5,000 to $9,9993 (0.9%)26 (9.7%)
$10,000 to $14,99915 (4.4%)90 (33.6%)
$15,000 to $19,99910 (2.9%)43 (16.0%)
$20,000 to $24,99912 (3.5%)20 (7.5%)
$25,000 to $34,99931 (9.0%)31 (11.6%)
$35,000 to $49,99948 (14.0%)19 (7.1%)
$50,000 to $74,99963 (18.4%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99954 (15.7%)13 (4.9%)
$100,000 to $149,99985 (24.8%)19 (7.1%)
$150,000 or more15 (4.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total343 (100.0%)268 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Benton

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Benton
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30067 (19.5%)41 (15.3%)
$300 to $49963 (18.4%)62 (23.1%)
$500 to $79985 (24.8%)73 (27.2%)
$800 to $99931 (9.0%)53 (19.8%)
$1,000 to $1,49977 (22.5%)0 (0.0%)
$1,500 to $1,9996 (1.8%)5 (1.9%)
$2,000 to $2,4999 (2.6%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more5 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total343 (100.0%)268 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Benton

Housing Structures in Benton

Housing Structures in Benton
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached33855.3%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments142.3%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments203.3%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments7311.9%
10 or more Apartments50.8%
Mobile Home / Other16126.4%
Total611100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Benton

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Benton
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached284 (84.0%)54 (16.0%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)14 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments5 (25.0%)15 (75.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)73 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other54 (33.5%)107 (66.5%)
Total343 (56.1%)268 (43.9%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Benton

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Benton
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms14 (4.1%)55 (20.5%)
4 or 5 Rooms181 (52.8%)168 (62.7%)
6 or 7 Rooms104 (30.3%)36 (13.4%)
8 or more Rooms44 (12.8%)9 (3.4%)
Total343 (100.0%)268 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Benton

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Benton
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas6 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas48 (14.0%)39 (14.5%)
Electricity289 (84.3%)209 (78.0%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)17 (6.3%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)3 (1.1%)
Total343 (100.0%)268 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Benton

Household Vehicle Usage in Benton
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)62 (23.1%)
1 Vehicle57 (16.6%)142 (53.0%)
2 Vehicles166 (48.4%)60 (22.4%)
3 or more Vehicles120 (35.0%)4 (1.5%)
Total343 (100.0%)268 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Benton

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Benton

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units188155
Median Property Value$98,600$172,700
Median Household Income$50,000$15
Monthly Housing Costs$376$5
Real Estate Taxes$779$5

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Benton

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Benton
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00033 (17.5%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,99965 (34.6%)19 (12.3%)
$100,000 to $299,99961 (32.5%)116 (74.8%)
$300,000 to $499,99926 (13.8%)18 (11.6%)
$500,000 to $749,9993 (1.6%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)2 (1.3%)
Total188 (100.0%)155 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Benton

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Benton
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00010 (5.3%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99929 (15.4%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99917 (9.0%)8 (5.2%)
$35,000 to $49,99938 (20.2%)14 (9.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99942 (22.3%)10 (6.5%)
$75,000 to $99,99920 (10.6%)21 (13.6%)
$100,000 to $149,99932 (17.0%)34 (21.9%)
$150,000 or more0 (0.0%)53 (34.2%)
Total188 (100.0%)155 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Benton

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Benton
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x81 (43.1%)91,875 (59,274.2%)
2.0x to 2.9x35 (18.6%)86 (55.5%)
3.0x to 3.9x20 (10.6%)22 (14.2%)
4.0x or more52 (27.7%)27 (17.4%)
Total188 (100.0%)155 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Benton

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Benton
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80094 (50.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49960 (31.9%)67 (43.2%)
$800 to $1,49931 (16.5%)32 (20.6%)
Total188 (100.0%)155 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Benton

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Benton

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Benton
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years126 (83.4%)25 (16.6%)
6 to 18 Years185 (95.9%)8 (4.2%)
19 to 25 Years98 (67.6%)47 (32.4%)
26 to 34 Years140 (95.2%)7 (4.8%)
35 to 44 Years128 (76.6%)39 (23.4%)
45 to 54 Years141 (94.0%)9 (6.0%)
55 to 64 Years185 (86.5%)29 (13.6%)
65 to 74 Years210 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older71 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,284 (88.7%)164 (11.3%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Benton

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Benton
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born126 (83.4%)25 (16.6%)
Foreign Born, Citizen185 (95.9%)8 (4.2%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen98 (67.6%)47 (32.4%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Benton

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Benton
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000362 (91.4%)34 (8.6%)
$25,000 to $49,999231 (75.7%)74 (24.3%)
$50,000 to $74,999199 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999183 (96.3%)7 (3.7%)
$100,000 and over309 (86.3%)49 (13.7%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Benton

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Benton
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 666 (43.7%)64 (42.4%)
6 to 18 Years95 (49.2%)100 (51.8%)
19 to 25 Years20 (13.8%)78 (53.8%)
25 to 34 Years22 (15.0%)124 (84.4%)
35 to 44 Years49 (29.3%)95 (56.9%)
45 to 54 Years61 (40.7%)83 (55.3%)
55 to 64 Years61 (28.5%)137 (64.0%)
65 to 74 Years210 (100.0%)61 (29.0%)
75 Years and over71 (100.0%)47 (66.2%)
Total655 (45.2%)789 (54.5%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Benton

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Benton
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years25 (34.3%)7 (5.7%)
18 to 34 Years12 (7.6%)20 (13.6%)
35 to 64 Years57 (24.7%)80 (26.7%)
65 to 74 Years34 (47.9%)85 (61.2%)
75 Years and over18 (62.1%)30 (71.4%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Benton

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Benton: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years25 (10.8%)11 (3.7%)
65 to 74 Years34 (47.9%)3 (2.2%)
75 Years and over15 (51.7%)20 (47.6%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Benton: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years3 (4.1%)4 (3.3%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years4 (1.7%)12 (4.0%)
65 to 74 Years27 (38.0%)14 (10.1%)
75 Years and over3 (10.3%)10 (23.8%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Benton: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years20 (27.4%)3 (2.5%)
18 to 34 Years2 (1.3%)20 (13.6%)
35 to 64 Years19 (8.2%)41 (13.7%)
65 to 74 Years27 (38.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over3 (10.3%)17 (40.5%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Benton: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years10 (6.4%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years32 (13.9%)63 (21.0%)
65 to 74 Years27 (38.0%)82 (59.0%)
75 Years and over18 (62.1%)27 (64.3%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Benton: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years2 (2.7%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years2 (0.9%)15 (5.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)23 (16.6%)
75 Years and over18 (62.1%)7 (16.7%)

Technology Access in Benton

Computing Device Access in Benton

Computing Device Access in Benton
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop28847.1%
Smartphone48579.4%
Tablet28947.3%
No Computing Device9014.7%
Total611100.0%

Internet Access in Benton

Internet Access in Benton
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet30.5%
Broadband Home36058.9%
Cellular Data Only11218.3%
Satellite Internet7412.1%
No Internet7412.1%
Total611100.0%

Benton Summary

Benton is a small town located in Polk County, Tennessee. It is situated in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains and is home to a population of approximately 1,500 people. The town was founded in 1836 and has a rich history of coal mining, farming, and timber production.

Geography

Benton is located in the southeastern corner of Polk County, Tennessee. It is situated in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains and is surrounded by the Cherokee National Forest. The town is located at an elevation of 1,400 feet and is approximately 20 miles from the nearest major city, Chattanooga. The town is situated on the banks of the Hiwassee River and is home to several small creeks and streams.

Economy

Benton’s economy is largely based on agriculture and timber production. The town is home to several small farms and ranches, as well as a few larger timber companies. The town also has a small manufacturing sector, which includes a few small factories and a few larger companies. The town is also home to a few small businesses, such as restaurants, convenience stores, and gas stations.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Benton was 1,500 people. The racial makeup of the town was 95.3% White, 0.7% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, and 3.3% from other races. The median household income in Benton was $30,000, and the median family income was $35,000. The town has a poverty rate of 17.3%.

Education

Benton is served by the Polk County School District, which includes two elementary schools, one middle school, and one high school. The town is also home to a few private schools, including a Christian school and a Montessori school.

Conclusion

Benton is a small town located in Polk County, Tennessee. It is situated in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains and is home to a population of approximately 1,500 people. The town was founded in 1836 and has a rich history of coal mining, farming, and timber production. The town’s economy is largely based on agriculture and timber production, and it is also home to a few small businesses. The town is served by the Polk County School District, which includes two elementary schools, one middle school, and one high school. The racial makeup of the town is 95.3% White, 0.7% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, and 3.3% from other races. The median household income in Benton was $30,000, and the median family income was $35,000. The town has a poverty rate of 17.3%.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Benton?
Total Population of Benton is 1,584.
What is the Total Male Population of Benton?
Total Male Population of Benton is 734.
What is the Total Female Population of Benton?
Total Female Population of Benton is 850.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Benton?
There are 86.35 Males per 100 Females in Benton.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Benton?
There are 115.80 Females per 100 Males in Benton.
What is the Median Population Age in Benton?
Median Population Age in Benton is 38.9 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Benton
Average Family Size in Benton is 3.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Benton
Average Household Size in Benton is 2.4 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Benton?
Per Capita income in Benton is $21,643.
What is the Median Family Income in Benton?
Median Family Income in Benton is $60,673.
What is the Median Household income in Benton?
Median Household Income in Benton is $37,569.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Benton?
Income or Wage Gap in Benton is 26.5%.
Women in Benton earn 73.5 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Benton?
Inequality or Gini Index in Benton is 0.45.
How Large is the Labor Force in Benton?
There are 583 People in the Labor Forcein in Benton.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Benton?
45.8% of People are in the Labor Force in Benton.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Benton?
Unemployment Rate in Benton is 7.5%.