Benson, NC A

Population: 3,871
Home Price: $119,400

Overview

Benson is a small town in the state of North Carolina with a population of 3,871. Benson has a hot summer and mild winter climate.

Quality of Life Summary

  • Area Size: Small Town
  • Living Costs: Medium Cost
  • Employment: (B) Good
  • Cultural Diversity: (A) Excellent
  • Residents: Young Professionals
  • School Rating: (F) Poor
  • Safety Rating: (F) Poor
  • Public Transport: (A) Excellent
  • Average Commute: 21.6 minutes
  • Walkability: (F) Poor
  • Climate: Hot Summer and Mild Winter
  • Shopping Mall: Yes
  • Near Beach or Lake: -
  • Near Mountains: -
  • Near Parks & Green Space: -

Social and Economic Statistics of Benson, NC

Employment and Income Benson North Carolina United States
Per Capita Income $21,253 $29,903 $32,693
Median Household Income $52,669 $56,318 $65,483
Unemployment Rate 2.1% 6.2% 5.7%
Poverty Rate 33.4% 12.3% 10.5%
Age Benson North Carolina United States
Median Age 36.1 43.3 42.3


Gender Benson North Carolina United States
Male 41.5% 48.5% 49.8%
Female 58.5% 51.5% 50.2%


Race Benson North Carolina United States
White 38.1% 70.0% 80.3%
Black or African American 47.2% 19.9% 7.0%
American Indian and Alaska Native 0.0% 2.0% 2.7%
Asian 0.0% 1.1% 1.9%
Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander 0.0% 0.0% 0.2%
Other Race 0.0% 2.7% 2.7%
Multiracial 14.7% 4.3% 5.2%
Housing Information Benson North Carolina United States
Median Home Price $119,400 $182,475 $208,542
Median Monthly Rent $600 $682 $801
Family Households 35.7% 35.7% 48.6%
Nonfamily Households 42.0% 42.0% 26.2%
Homeowners 47.7% 68.9% 72.9%
Renters 52.3% 31.1% 27.1%
Education Benson North Carolina United States
High School Graduate or Equivalent 11.0% 8.7% 7.5%
Some College, no Degree 26.5% 26.5% 34.0%
Associate's Degree 26.6% 22.0% 21.2%
Bachelor's Degree 8.6% 10.3% 9.3%
Graduate or Professional Degree 14.9% 15.8% 15.0%
Proficiency Benson North Carolina United States
Mathematics 31.0% 40.8% 46.8%
Reading/Language Arts 35.8% 44.1% 50.7%

Annual Violent and Property Crimes per 100,000 People

Violent Crime Benson North Carolina United States
Murder 0.0 7.8 3.0
Rape 102.5 49.1 38.0
Robbery 128.2 72.2 40.7
Assault 564.0 285.6 188.5


Property Crime Benson North Carolina United States
Burglary 1307.4 751.0 336.1
Theft 3486.3 2623.9 1913.7
Vehicle Theft 333.2 184.7 167.1
Arson 25.6 16.9 10.5

Culture and Lifestyle in and Around Benson, NC

  • wine
  • desser
  • beer
  • nutrition
  • pizza
  • low carb
  • yogurt
  • cheesecake
  • cafe
  • burgers
  • restaurants
  • ice cream
  • vegan
  • mexican
  • bbq
  • drinks
  • bread
  • delicious
  • country music
  • football
  • hs football
  • player development
  • soccer
  • softball
  • bodybuilding
  • nascar
  • athletic
  • coaching
  • wrestling
  • cricket
  • nfl
  • basketball
  • tennis
  • outdoors
  • athletics
  • gaming
  • athletes
  • baseball
  • artifacts
  • collection
  • artistillustrator
  • cover art
  • craft
  • storytelling
  • posters
  • creativity
  • road trips
  • fishing
  • bodybuilding
  • nascar
  • hunting
  • anime
  • niche
  • books
  • gameplay videos
  • scifi
  • outdoors
  • gaming
  • online retailer
  • films
  • warner bros
  • sports
  • marketing
  • storytelling
  • television
  • hollywood
  • comedy
  • gaming
  • tv
  • fire pit
  • summer
  • space
  • sports
  • fishing
  • mountain
  • beach
  • hunting
  • patio
  • #jjsummerswag
  • browse our
  • preorders
  • walmart
  • gift card
  • furniture
  • packaged
  • shipping
  • gift cards
  • tees
  • bulk
  • shelves
  • checkout
  • groceries
  • cafe
  • restaurants
  • pickup
  • starbucks

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