What are the schools like in Benton, PA?

Benton is served primarily by Benton Area SD. The district operates 1 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 10.2:1.

What is the median household income in Benton?

The median household income in Benton, PA is $36,500 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 3.0%.

What is the weather like in Benton, PA?

Benton has an average high temperature of 32.8°F in January and 80.3°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 48.4 inches and annual snowfall averages 46.0 inches.

Benton, PA Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Benton, PA affordable or expensive?

Benton's cost of living index is 90, where 100 represents the national average. This means Benton is 10% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $146,700 and the median rent is $975 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Benton, PA?

Crime rate data for Benton is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Benton, PA a Good Place to Live?

Benton is a small town of 502 in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $36,500 and a 3.0% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 90 (US average = 100), which is 10% below the national average.

Strengths: Benton stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B+).

Trade-offs: No major red flags stand out in the available data. Whether Benton is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Benton city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 90.3

Benton's overall cost of living index is 90.3, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Benton costs roughly 10% less than the average American city.

Metric	Benton, PA	National Avg
Median Home Value	$146,700	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$975	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	42.4%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$36,500	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for Benton is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Benton is served primarily by Benton Area SD. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.2:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Benton, PA	National Avg
School District	Benton Area SD	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	10.2:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	12.6%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	95.4%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Benton sees average highs of 32.8°F in January and 80.3°F in July, with 48.4 inches of annual precipitation and 46.0 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Benton, PA
Average High — January	32.8°F
Average High — July	80.3°F
Annual Precipitation	48.4"
Annual Snowfall	46.0"

Demographics

Metric	Benton, PA	National Avg
Population	502	—
Median Age	40.4	38.9
Unemployment Rate	3.0%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	28.4 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	95.6%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	1.6%	18.9%
Asian	2.8%	6.3%
Under 18	25.3%	22.2%
65 and over	20.3%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Stillwater, PA 3 mi Waller, PA 3 mi Rohrsburg, PA 5 mi New Columbus, PA 5 mi Jonestown, PA 6 mi

Benton vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Benton, PA affordable or expensive?

Benton's cost of living index is 90, where 100 is the national average. That makes Benton roughly 10% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $146,700 and median rent is $975/month.

What is the crime rate in Benton, PA?

Crime data for Benton is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Benton?

Public schools in Benton are operated by Benton Area SD. The district has 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.2:1. 12.6% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Benton, PA a good place to live?

Benton, PA has a population of 502, a median household income of $36,500, and an unemployment rate of 3.0%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Benton?

Benton averages 32.8°F in January and 80.3°F in July. Annual rainfall is 48.4 inches with about 46.0 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What is the population of Benton?

The population of Benton, Pennsylvania is 502 with a median age of 40.4. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Benton?

Key numbers for living in Benton: cost of living index 90 (100 = US average), median home $146,700, median household income $36,500, schools rated B+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Benton side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.