Benton Township, MO

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
438 332.4M (US)
Median Age
36.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
61.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
21.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$53,281 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
31 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
35.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$187,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$465 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$406 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
56.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Daviess County
2
Missouri
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

Daviess County
2
Missouri
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 4 25
Feb 1 4 30
Mar 2 2 41
Apr 4 0 52
May 4 0 62
Jun 4 0 72
Jul 4 0 76
Aug 4 0 75
Sep 4 0 66
Oct 2 0 54
Nov 2 1 40
Dec 2 5 28

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 32% of residents leaning left and 63% leaning right.

Liberal (32%) (64%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 79%
Hillary Clinton 19%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 6, MO State Senate District 12, MO State House District 2, MO
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Schools

Pattonsburg High
2 miles, SE • 2.8 star
Pattonsburg Elem
2 miles, SE • 3.7 star
North Daviess High
10 miles, SE • 3.2 star
North Daviess Elem
10 miles, SE • 2.8 star
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Colleges

North Central Missouri College
28 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Grand River Technical School
37 miles, SE • 1.9 star
Graceland University-Lamoni
39 miles, NE • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Harrison County Community Hospital
14 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Cameron Regional Medical Center
24 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Wright Memorial Hospital
30 miles, SE • 4.1 star
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Airports

Kansas City International Airport
62 miles, SW • 3.7 star
Des Moines International Airport
104 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Eppley Airfield
124 miles, NW • 2.8 star
Columbia Regional Airport
135 miles, SE • 1 star
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