Benson, Wisconsin facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Benson, Wisconsin
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 Benson, Wisconsin
Location in Wisconsin
Benson, Wisconsin
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Wisconsin |
| County | Burnett |
| Town | Anderson |
| Elevation | 267 m (876 ft) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area codes | 715 & 534 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1577514 |
Benson is a small, unincorporated community located in Burnett County, Wisconsin, in the United States. An unincorporated community is a place that doesn't have its own local government. Instead, it's part of a larger area, like a town or county. Benson is specifically located within the town of Anderson.
What's in a Name?
How Benson Got Its Name
The community of Benson was named after a person! It takes its name from Sven Johann Bengston. He was a local shopkeeper who lived in the area. It's common for places to be named after important people or features nearby.
A Look Back in Time
The Old Post Office
Even though Benson is a small community, it once had its own post office. This post office was called "Randall." It was open for many years, from 1885 until 1929. A post office is where people send and receive mail. Having one meant the community was active and connected.
