Benton, KY B+

Population: 4,734
Home Price: $133,100

Overview

Benton is a small town in the state of Kentucky with a population of 4,734. Benton has a hot summer and mild winter climate.

Quality of Life Summary

  • Area Size: Small Town
  • Living Costs: Medium Cost
  • Employment: (A) Excellent
  • Cultural Diversity: (C) Average
  • Residents: Families
  • School Rating: (C) Average
  • Safety Rating: (D) Fair
  • Public Transport: (D) Fair
  • Average Commute: 25.0 minutes
  • Walkability: (F) Poor
  • Climate: Hot Summer and Mild Winter
  • Shopping Mall: -
  • Near Beach or Lake: Yes
  • Near Mountains: -
  • Near Parks & Green Space: -

Social and Economic Statistics of Benton, KY

Employment and Income Benton Kentucky United States
Per Capita Income $27,267 $29,707 $32,693
Median Household Income $55,276 $58,801 $65,483
Unemployment Rate 0.0% 6.1% 5.7%
Poverty Rate 2.1% 14.4% 10.5%
Age Benton Kentucky United States
Median Age 46.9 41.5 42.3


Gender Benton Kentucky United States
Male 46.7% 48.6% 49.8%
Female 53.3% 51.4% 50.2%


Race Benton Kentucky United States
White 93.0% 89.9% 80.3%
Black or African American 1.6% 4.7% 7.0%
American Indian and Alaska Native 2.4% 0.2% 2.7%
Asian 0.0% 1.0% 1.9%
Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander 0.0% 0.0% 0.2%
Other Race 0.3% 0.8% 2.7%
Multiracial 2.7% 3.4% 5.2%
Housing Information Benton Kentucky United States
Median Home Price $133,100 $147,794 $208,542
Median Monthly Rent $639 $610 $801
Family Households 46.2% 46.2% 48.6%
Nonfamily Households 36.8% 36.8% 26.2%
Homeowners 75.0% 70.0% 72.9%
Renters 25.0% 30.0% 27.1%
Education Benton Kentucky United States
High School Graduate or Equivalent 4.4% 8.9% 7.5%
Some College, no Degree 40.8% 40.8% 34.0%
Associate's Degree 30.3% 19.3% 21.2%
Bachelor's Degree 8.7% 8.5% 9.3%
Graduate or Professional Degree 6.1% 13.1% 15.0%
Proficiency Benton Kentucky United States
Mathematics 38.0% 46.2% 46.8%
Reading/Language Arts 53.7% 54.8% 50.7%

Annual Violent and Property Crimes per 100,000 People

Violent Crime Benton Kentucky United States
Murder 0.0 1.7 3.0
Rape 22.4 20.7 38.0
Robbery 22.4 23.6 40.7
Assault 44.8 51.3 188.5


Property Crime Benton Kentucky United States
Burglary 358.7 259.3 336.1
Theft 3317.6 1017.1 1913.7
Vehicle Theft 89.7 141.2 167.1
Arson 0.0 7.5 10.5

Culture and Lifestyle in and Around Benton, KY

  • sweet potato
  • fast food
  • vegan food
  • gourmet food
  • crawfish
  • pizza
  • fast food chains
  • red wine
  • vegan
  • grocery
  • brunch
  • sandwiches
  • fermented
  • recipes
  • cooking
  • panda express
  • taco bell
  • cheeseburgers
  • salad bar
  • teas
  • basketball
  • football
  • college basketball
  • ncaa basketball
  • video games
  • nba
  • college football
  • ncaa football
  • little league
  • baseball
  • ncaa football nfl
  • fantasy sports
  • nba nfl
  • coaches
  • mlb nba
  • softball
  • teams
  • ncaa
  • golf
  • hoops
  • inspired by
  • home decor
  • cinema
  • collection
  • pixel art
  • photography
  • creation
  • studios
  • immersive
  • philanthropy
  • painting
  • imagery
  • composition
  • studio
  • poems
  • abstract
  • nature
  • posters
  • crafts
  • architecture
  • spare time
  • spending time
  • video games
  • sports cards
  • tv shows
  • fishing
  • philadelphia eagles
  • books
  • fast cars
  • computers
  • skss
  • hot wheels
  • photography
  • apple products
  • photography hiking
  • dd
  • junk
  • toys
  • nascar
  • hunting
  • sports
  • ncaa football nfl
  • nba nfl
  • mlb nba
  • family friendly
  • local news
  • tv
  • tv shows
  • classic rock
  • cinema
  • photography
  • advertising
  • marketing
  • studios
  • nightlife
  • podcasting
  • studio
  • producer
  • arts
  • publicity
  • sports
  • family friendly
  • summer
  • fishing
  • space
  • winter
  • photography
  • air conditioning
  • wildlife
  • nightlife
  • beach
  • hunting
  • arts
  • nature
  • patio
  • ski
  • dining
  • facility
  • mountains
  • browse our
  • browse our inventory
  • home decor
  • pharmacy
  • dealership
  • retail store
  • online store
  • restaurantsfast food
  • retail
  • newused
  • coffee shop
  • gourmet food
  • preowned
  • liquor store
  • cracker barrel
  • superstore
  • christmas gifts
  • gas station
  • vendor
  • amazon

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