Benton, AR
Quality of Life, Demographics, And Statistics
Living In Benton, Arkansas Summary
Life in Benton research summary. HomeSnacks has been researching the quality of life in Benton over the past eight years using Census data, FBI crime data, cost of living data, and other primary sources. Based on the most recently available data, we found the following about life in Benton:
The population in Benton is 34,746.
The median home value in Benton is $156,700.
The median income in Benton is $60,813.
The cost of living in Benton is 93 which is 0.9x lower than the national average.
The median rent in Benton is $901.
The unemployment rate in Benton is 3.7%.
The poverty rate in Benton is 10.7%.
Table Of Contents
Benton SnackAbility
7
Overall SnackAbility
Overall SnackAbility
Jobs
8/10
Housing
7
Affordability
8.5
Diversity
8
Safety
4
Amenities
8.5
Education
8
Commute
8
Benton, AR Crime Report
1,145
Total Crimes
Total Crimes
3,155.8
Total Crimes / 100k People
Total Crimes / 100k People
35.78%
Above National Average
Above National Average
| Statistic | Count Raw |
Benton / 100k People |
Arkansas / 100k People |
National / 100k People |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crimes Per 100K | 1,145 | 3,155.8 | 3,285.3 | 2,324.2 |
| Violent Crime | 125 | 344.5 | 671.9 | 369.8 |
| Murder | 3 | 8.3 | 10.6 | 6.3 |
| Robbery | 12 | 33.1 | 52.0 | 66.1 |
| Aggravated Assault | 93 | 256.3 | 535.8 | 268.2 |
| Property Crime | 1,020 | 2,811.3 | 2,613.4 | 1,954.4 |
| Burglary | 152 | 418.9 | 523.1 | 269.8 |
| Larceny | 793 | 2,185.7 | 1,828.5 | 1,401.9 |
| Car Theft | 75 | 206.7 | 261.8 | 282.7 |
Benton, AR Cost Of Living
93
Benton's Overall Cost Of Living
Benton's Overall Cost Of Living
0.9x
Lower Than The National Average
Lower Than The National Average
| Living Expense | Benton | Arkansas | National Average | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 93 | 90 | 100 | |
| Services | 103 | 98 | 100 | |
| Groceries | 91 | 94 | 100 | |
| Health | 92 | 85 | 100 | |
| Housing | 77 | 76 | 100 | |
| Transportation | 93 | 90 | 100 | |
| Utilities | 93 | 95 | 100 | |
Benton, AR Photos
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Rankings for Benton in Arkansas
Map Of Benton, AR
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Population over time in Benton
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 36,360 | 4.3% |
| 2020 | 34,873 | 2.5% |
| 2019 | 34,034 | 1.3% |
| 2018 | 33,613 | 2.7% |
| 2017 | 32,725 | 1.6% |
| 2016 | 32,208 | 2.1% |
| 2015 | 31,551 | 2.7% |
| 2014 | 30,736 | 2.6% |
| 2013 | 29,954 | 2.9% |
| 2012 | 29,118 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Benton
| Race | Benton | AR | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 79.8% | 70.6% | 59.4% |
| African American | 10.9% | 15.2% | 12.2% |
| American Indian | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Asian | 1.3% | 1.5% | 5.6% |
| Hawaiian | 0.1% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.1% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Two Or More | 2.7% | 3.8% | 3.2% |
| Hispanic | 4.9% | 7.9% | 18.4% |
Gender in Benton
| Gender | Benton | AR | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.6% | 50.7% | 50.5% |
| Male | 48.4% | 49.3% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Benton for adults over 25
| Education | Benton | AR | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 2.0% | 4.0% | 5.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 7.0% | 8.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 29.0% | 34.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 26.0% | 22.0% | 20.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 9.0% | 8.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 17.0% | 16.0% | 21.0% |
| Master's Degree | 7.0% | 6.0% | 9.0% |
| Professional Degree | 2.0% | 1.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 1.0% | 1.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Benton, Arkansas
| Income | Benton | AR | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 4.0% | 6.8% | 5.5% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 3.8% | 5.4% | 3.9% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 9.5% | 11.1% | 7.8% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 7.3% | 11.0% | 8.2% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 16.5% | 13.9% | 11.4% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 19.3% | 18.1% | 16.8% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 10.6% | 11.9% | 12.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 18.5% | 12.6% | 16.3% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 7.0% | 4.7% | 7.8% |
| $200,000 or more | 3.6% | 4.5% | 9.5% |
