Benton, MO (63736) is a small town located in Scott County of southeastern Missouri. It has a population of just over 500 and the majority of its residents rely on public transportation for their daily commutes. The main mode of transportation available to Benton citizens is the Scott Area Transit (SAT), which provides bus services that serve most parts of the city. The buses are operated by professional drivers and offer several routes, providing access to many major locations such as schools, hospitals, shopping centers, and other landmarks. Additionally, there are taxi services that provide transport to local destinations and shuttle services that can be used for longer trips. For those who prefer to ride a bike, Benton also has an extensive network of bike paths where cyclists can get around safely. Visitors who come into town can use these same modes of transportation or rent a car from one of the local rental companies.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Benton (zip 63736) takes 24.3 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Benton (zip 63736) get to work:
- 77.2% drive their own car alone
- 17.2% carpool with others
- 4.6% work from home
- 0.0% take mass transit