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Crime in Benton summary. We use data from the FBI to determine the crime rates in Benton. Key points include:
There were 1,029 total crimes in Benton in the last reporting year.
The overall crime rate per 100,000 people in Benton is 2,679.1 / 100k people.
The violent crime rate per 100,000 people in Benton is 414.0 / 100k people.
The property crime rate per 100,000 people in Benton is 2,265.2 / 100k people.
Overall, crime in Benton is 26.42% above the national average.
Total Crimes
Above National Average
Crime In Benton Comparison Table
| Statistic | Count Raw |
Benton / 100k People |
Arkansas / 100k People |
National / 100k People |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crimes Per 100K | 1,029 | 2,679.1 | 2,508.9 | 2,119.2 |
| Violent Crime | 159 | 414.0 | 579.4 | 359.0 |
| Murder | 0 | 0.0 | 7.3 | 5.0 |
| Robbery | 12 | 31.2 | 38.6 | 61.0 |
| Aggravated Assault | 133 | 346.3 | 463.5 | 256.0 |
| Property Crime | 870 | 2,265.2 | 1,929.5 | 1,760.0 |
| Burglary | 91 | 236.9 | 352.7 | 229.0 |
| Larceny | 733 | 1,908.5 | 1,400.0 | 1,272.0 |
| Car Theft | 46 | 119.8 | 176.8 | 259.0 |
Source: FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (2024)
Cost of living in Benton summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in Benton. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around Arkansas. Key points include:
The cost of living in Benton is 91 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in Benton is 0.9x lower than the national average.
The median home value in Benton is $239,100.
The median income in Benton is $72,876.
Benton's Overall Cost Of Living
Lower Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In Benton Comparison Table
| Living Expense | Benton | Arkansas | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 91 | 85 | 100 |
| Services | 97 | 95 | 100 |
| Groceries | 97 | 93 | 100 |
| Health | 82 | 68 | 100 |
| Housing | 95 | 96 | 100 |
| Transportation | 97 | 92 | 100 |
| Utilities | 96 | 92 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
Benton, AR Weather
The average high in Benton is 73.1° and the average low is 50.8°.
There are 74.3 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 52.9 inches of precipitation each year with 3.7 inches of snow.
| Stat | Benton |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 73.1 |
| Average Annual Low | 50.8 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 74.3 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 52.9 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 3.7 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
Benton, AR Photos
1 Reviews & Comments About Benton
High crime, nothing to do, bad schools, unsafe neighborhoods, high taxes, high rent prices, low home values, low wages, high gas prices. Friendly police force that tries very hard, they just can't keep up with the city growing too fast.
The bowling ally used to be a great past time in Benton but sadly, it has been replaced by a fitness center. What was good is gone and what is bad is getting worse.
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Benton Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in Benton
The current population in Benton is 36,595. The population has increased 25.7% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 36,595 | 1.8% |
| 2023 | 35,954 | 1.8% |
| 2022 | 35,318 | 1.6% |
| 2021 | 34,746 | -4.4% |
| 2020 | 36,360 | 1.9% |
| 2019 | 35,679 | 2.3% |
| 2018 | 34,873 | 2.5% |
| 2017 | 34,034 | 1.3% |
| 2016 | 33,613 | 2.7% |
| 2015 | 32,725 | 1.6% |
| 2014 | 32,208 | 2.1% |
| 2013 | 31,551 | 2.7% |
| 2012 | 30,736 | 2.6% |
| 2011 | 29,954 | 2.9% |
| 2010 | 29,118 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Benton
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Benton is:
77.7% White with 28,435 White residents.
9.9% African American with 3,638 African American residents.
0.4% American Indian with 141 American Indian residents.
0.9% Asian with 322 Asian residents.
0.0% Hawaiian with 0 Hawaiian residents.
0.0% Other with 0 Other residents.
3.3% Two Or More with 1,225 Two Or More residents.
7.7% Hispanic with 2,834 Hispanic residents.
| Race | Benton | AR | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 77.7% | 67.4% | 57.4% |
| African American | 9.9% | 14.6% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 0.9% | 1.6% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.0% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 3.3% | 6.3% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 7.7% | 9.0% | 19.3% |
Gender in Benton
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Benton is 49.3% female with 18,055 female residents.
Benton is 50.7% male with 18,540 male residents.
| Gender | Benton | AR | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.3% | 50.6% | 50.5% |
| Male | 50.7% | 49.4% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Benton for adults over 25
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1.0% of adults in Benton completed < 9th grade.
4.0% of adults in Benton completed 9-12th grade.
30.0% of adults in Benton completed high school / ged.
27.0% of adults in Benton completed some college.
10.0% of adults in Benton completed associate's degree.
18.0% of adults in Benton completed bachelor's degree.
7.0% of adults in Benton completed master's degree.
2.0% of adults in Benton completed professional degree.
1.0% of adults in Benton completed doctorate degree.
| Education | Benton | AR | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 1.0% | 5.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 4.0% | 7.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 30.0% | 34.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 27.0% | 21.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 10.0% | 8.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 18.0% | 16.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 7.0% | 7.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 2.0% | 1.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 1.0% | 1.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Benton, Arkansas
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3.1% of households in Benton earn Less than $10,000.
1.9% of households in Benton earn $10,000 to $14,999.
6.6% of households in Benton earn $15,000 to $24,999.
8.4% of households in Benton earn $25,000 to $34,999.
14.2% of households in Benton earn $35,000 to $49,999.
17.9% of households in Benton earn $50,000 to $74,999.
12.6% of households in Benton earn $75,000 to $99,999.
20.0% of households in Benton earn $100,000 to $149,999.
9.2% of households in Benton earn $150,000 to $199,999.
6.0% of households in Benton earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | Benton | AR | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 3.1% | 6.1% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 1.9% | 4.9% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 6.6% | 8.9% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 8.4% | 9.1% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 14.2% | 12.9% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 17.9% | 17.4% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 12.6% | 12.8% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 20.0% | 15.0% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 9.2% | 6.2% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 6.0% | 6.7% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)
