Benton, Missouri facts for kids
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Benton, Missouri
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Location of Benton, Missouri
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| Country | United States |
| State | Missouri |
| County | Scott |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.64 sq mi (1.65 km2) |
| • Land | 0.64 sq mi (1.65 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 436 ft (133 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 866 |
| • Density | 1,361.64/sq mi (525.97/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
63736
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| Area code(s) | 573 |
| FIPS code | 29-04798 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2394142 |
Benton is a small city located in Scott County, Missouri, in the United States. It is an important place because it serves as the county seat for Scott County. This means it's where the main government offices for the county are located. In 2020, about 866 people lived in Benton.
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History of Benton, Missouri
Benton has a long history, with the first settlers arriving as early as 1796. The town was officially planned and laid out in 1822. It was named after Thomas Hart Benton, a very important politician from Missouri. He was a U.S. Senator for many years. A post office, which helps send and receive mail, has been operating in Benton since 1823.
Geography of Benton
Benton is located in the state of Missouri. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city covers a total area of about 0.64 square miles (1.65 square kilometers). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large bodies of water like lakes or rivers within the city limits.
Population Changes in Benton
The number of people living in Benton has changed over the years. Here's a quick look at how the population has grown:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 109 | — | |
| 1890 | 202 | 85.3% | |
| 1900 | 234 | 15.8% | |
| 1910 | 320 | 36.8% | |
| 1920 | 312 | −2.5% | |
| 1930 | 345 | 10.6% | |
| 1940 | 408 | 18.3% | |
| 1950 | 546 | 33.8% | |
| 1960 | 554 | 1.5% | |
| 1970 | 640 | 15.5% | |
| 1980 | 674 | 5.3% | |
| 1990 | 575 | −14.7% | |
| 2000 | 732 | 27.3% | |
| 2010 | 863 | 17.9% | |
| 2020 | 866 | 0.3% | |
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In 2010, the city had 863 residents. About 311 households were counted, with many being families. The population density was about 1,628 people per square mile. Most residents were White, with a smaller number of Black or African American residents. About 1.5% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino. The average age in Benton in 2010 was around 35.5 years old.
Education in Benton
Students in Benton are part of the Scott County R-IV School District. This district has different schools for various age groups. It includes one elementary school for younger students and one middle school. Older students attend Thomas W. Kelly High School. Benton also has a public library, which is a part of the Riverside Regional Library system. Libraries are great places to read books, do research, and learn new things.
See also
In Spanish: Benton (Misuri) para niños
