Benton

Benton, Arkansas Overview

With a composite score of 52.4/100 and a C+ grade, Benton ranks #5 of 20 cities in Arkansas. Its strongest showing is in Affordability (77/100), while Outdoor Access (15/100) represents its largest gap.

Income & Employment in Benton

Benton’s median household income of $69,638 is 24% above the Arkansas median of $56,335, and its 2.7% unemployment rate undercuts the state’s 4.2%. That economic strength is drawing residents — the population grew 1.5% recently.

Safety in Benton

At 457.7 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, Benton sits meaningfully below the Arkansas average of 579 — a 27% lower gap. The property crime rate is 2561.8 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Benton

The median home value is $199,400. Median monthly rent is $1,003. Renters spend 17.3% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Benton

The adult obesity rate in Benton is 35% (CDC PLACES). The diabetes prevalence rate is 10.7%. Residents report an average of 18.4 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Arkansas ranks #49 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Benton

Benton’s high school graduation rate of 93.3% is well above average, reflecting strong local school performance. The student-teacher ratio is 14.3:1. Per-pupil spending of $9,633 falls below the national median. The city has 14 public schools serving 7,904 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in Benton

Benton enjoys a moderate climate with an annual average of 64.3°F. Summers average 81.7°F. Winters average 48.3°F. Annual precipitation is 53.9 inches.

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