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Benton, LA
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Population: 2,470
Home Price: $159,200
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Overview
Benton is a small town in the state of Louisiana with a population of 2,470. 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:
(A) Excellent
Residents:
Families
School Rating:
(A) Excellent
Safety Rating:
NA
Public Transport:
(D) Fair
Average Commute:
23.7 minutes
Walkability:
(C) Average
Climate:
Hot Summer and Mild Winter
Shopping Mall:
Yes
Near Beach or Lake:
Yes
Near Mountains:
-
Near Parks & Green Space:
-
Social and Economic Statistics of Benton, LA
Job Market
Diversity
Housing
Education
Schools
Crime & Safety
Employment and Income
Benton
Louisiana
United States
Per Capita Income
$30,297
$24,824
$32,693
Median Household Income
$67,247
$48,404
$65,483
Unemployment Rate
0.2%
7.0%
5.7%
Poverty Rate
12.2%
18.0%
10.5%
Age
Benton
Louisiana
United States
Median Age
34.0
39.1
42.3
Gender
Benton
Louisiana
United States
Male
47.0%
48.9%
49.8%
Female
53.0%
51.1%
50.2%
Race
Benton
Louisiana
United States
White
53.3%
62.6%
80.3%
Black or African American
27.7%
31.1%
7.0%
American Indian and Alaska Native
7.2%
0.8%
2.7%
Asian
0.4%
0.9%
1.9%
Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander
0.0%
0.0%
0.2%
Other Race
3.2%
1.2%
2.7%
Multiracial
8.1%
3.2%
5.2%
Housing Information
Benton
Louisiana
United States
Median Home Price
$159,200
$131,264
$208,542
Median Monthly Rent
$710
$591
$801
Family Households
54.6%
54.6%
48.6%
Nonfamily Households
25.4%
25.4%
26.2%
Homeowners
72.0%
68.5%
72.9%
Renters
28.0%
31.5%
27.1%
Education
Benton
Louisiana
United States
High School Graduate or Equivalent
5.7%
11.6%
7.5%
Some College, no Degree
43.2%
43.2%
34.0%
Associate's Degree
24.4%
19.8%
21.2%
Bachelor's Degree
7.9%
6.9%
9.3%
Graduate or Professional Degree
11.8%
11.0%
15.0%
Proficiency
Benton
Louisiana
United States
Mathematics
89.2%
65.9%
46.8%
Reading/Language Arts
87.0%
71.3%
50.7%
Annual Violent and Property Crimes per 100,000 People
Violent Crime
Benton
Louisiana
United States
Murder
NA
6.3
3.0
Rape
NA
37.6
38.0
Robbery
NA
62.7
40.7
Assault
NA
426.1
188.5
Property Crime
Benton
Louisiana
United States
Burglary
NA
635.4
336.1
Theft
NA
2353.4
1913.7
Vehicle Theft
NA
165.4
167.1
Arson
NA
5.1
10.5
Culture and Lifestyle in and Around Benton, LA
Food
Sports
Arts
Hobbies
Entertainment
Recreation
Shopping
middle eastern
cooking
beer
vegan
gravy
ice cream
bread
wine
cheese
snacks
beef
cajun
brisket
meal
beverage
fried rice
spaghetti
sushi
mexican
pie
football
high school football
college football
nba
soccer players
soccer
baseball
teams
basketball
softball
athletes
wrestling
coaches
golf
fitness
nfl
bowling
coaching
athlete
athletics
collection
nfts
imagery
creation
posters
nft
library
theatre
comics
painting
drawing
nature
#spacecowboy
hot wheels
fitness
hunting
books
junk
youtuber
fishing
anime
crossfit
gaming
cycling
cosplay
comics
sports
tv
recreation
drama
fullservice advertising agency
communications
gaming
marketing
theatre
films
celebrity
producer
#entertainment
sports
summer
rec
hot tub
space
hunting
beach
fishing
pool
cycling
facility
nature
home depot
pickup
shipping
vendor
knick knacks
freezers
kmart
sams club
gas station
hooters
local stores
discounts
accessories
warehouse
merch
deals
retail
restaurant
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