Benton, IL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 1/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
7,076 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
59.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
18.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$51,349 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
81.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
19.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$85,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$467 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$551 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
54.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Franklin County
2
Illinois
4
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Franklin County
3
Illinois
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 2 32
Feb 3 2 36
Mar 4 1 45
Apr 4 0 56
May 4 0 65
Jun 4 0 74
Jul 4 0 77
Aug 3 0 76
Sep 3 0 68
Oct 4 0 57
Nov 4 0 45
Dec 4 2 34

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 43% of residents leaning left and 52% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (44%) (53%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 68%
Hillary Clinton 28%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 12, IL State Senate District 58, IL State House District 116, IL
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Schools

Benton Cons High School
1 miles, S • 1.9 star
Benton Grade Sch 5-8
2 miles, S • 1.4 star
Benton Grade Sch K-4
2 miles, S • 1.4 star
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Colleges

Rend Lake College
8 miles, N • 1.4 star
John A Logan College
21 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Southeastern Illinois College
32 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Franklin Hospital
<1 miles, S • 3.2 star
Marshall Browning Hospital
17 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Heartland Regional Medical Center
19 miles, SW • 2.3 star
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Airports

Cape Girardeau Regional Airport
65 miles, SW • 1 star
Barkley Regional Airport
66 miles, S • 1 star
Evansville Regional Airport
76 miles, E • 1.4 star
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