Bena, MN is a small town located in Itasca County, with a population of just 126 people. Despite its small size, Bena offers plenty of activities and organizations for residents to enjoy. The town includes several local businesses, including the Bena Veterinary Clinic, Bena Grocery and Hardware Store, and the renowned Northern Light Winery. Additionally, there are year-round outdoor activities like hiking and fishing at nearby Bass Lake State Park, as well as snowmobiling and skiing during the winter months. Other organizations in Bena include the Koochiching County Historical Society and the Friends of Bigfork Valley. Local sporting events are held throughout the year at nearby Bigfork Valley, where guests can enjoy various tournaments and competitions.
The population in Bena is 126. There are 250 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Bena is 29.3, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Bena is 2.9, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Bena
- 24.1% are married
- 4.8% are divorced
- 12.1% are married with children
- 36.4% have children, but are single
Race in Bena
- 11.3% are White
- 2.8% are Black
- 0.0% are Asian
- 58.5% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 0.0% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 27.4% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander