Benton, TN is a small city located in the northwest of Tennessee with a population of 1,436 and a population density of 411 people per square mile. This small city has plenty to offer its locals and visitors alike. Local businesses include the Benton Bicycle Company that sells bicycles and bike accessories for all ages and North Country Market which offers locally-sourced produce and goods. Outdoor activities year-round include hiking at Bays Mountain Park, fishing at Pigeon Forge Anglers, or enjoying a picnic in one of the nearby state parks. There are also many organizations in Benton such as the Benton Lions Club which helps local youth with scholarships or supporting the library. Lastly, there are many sporting events hosted in Benton including weekly soccer tournaments at Jonesborough Field and basketball games at the local community center.
The population in Benton is 1,436. There are 474 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Benton is 38.6, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Benton is 2.7, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Benton
- 52.0% are married
- 17.6% are divorced
- 32.9% are married with children
- 25.5% have children, but are single
Race in Benton
- 92.4% are White
- 1.1% are Black
- 0.0% are Asian
- 0.5% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 2.3% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 3.7% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander