Benton City, Missouri facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Benton City, Missouri
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Village
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| Village of Benton City | |
Location of Benton City, Missouri
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| Country | United States |
| State | Missouri |
| County | Audrain |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.10 sq mi (0.27 km2) |
| • Land | 0.10 sq mi (0.27 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 824 ft (251 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 101 |
| • Density | 971.15/sq mi (375.69/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
65232
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| Area code(s) | 573 |
| FIPS code | 29-04834 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2398097 |
Benton City is a small village located in Audrain County, Missouri, in the United States. It's a quiet place with a friendly community. According to the 2020 census, about 101 people live there.
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A Look Back at Benton City's History
Benton City was officially planned and marked out in 1881. This means its streets and lots were laid out on a map. The village got its name from a famous person named Thomas Hart Benton. He was an important politician from Missouri.
Where is Benton City Located?
Benton City is found at specific geographic coordinates: 39°8′5″N 91°45′52″W / 39.13472°N 91.76444°W. This helps pinpoint its exact spot on a map.
The United States Census Bureau says that the village covers a total area of about 0.10 square miles (0.27 square kilometers). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large lakes or rivers within the village limits.
How Many People Live Here?
Benton City has seen its population change over the years. Here's a quick look at how many people have lived there during different census counts:
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 64 | — | |
| 1890 | 109 | 70.3% | |
| 1900 | 116 | 6.4% | |
| 1910 | 233 | 100.9% | |
| 1920 | 130 | −44.2% | |
| 1930 | 120 | −7.7% | |
| 1940 | 136 | 13.3% | |
| 1950 | 141 | 3.7% | |
| 1960 | 155 | 9.9% | |
| 1970 | 121 | −21.9% | |
| 1980 | 155 | 28.1% | |
| 1990 | 139 | −10.3% | |
| 2000 | 122 | −12.2% | |
| 2010 | 104 | −14.8% | |
| 2020 | 101 | −2.9% | |
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A Closer Look at the 2010 Census
In 2010, there were 104 people living in Benton City. These people lived in 49 different homes, and 37 of these were families. The village had about 1040 people per square mile.
Most of the people living in Benton City were White (99.0%). A small number (1.0%) were from other racial backgrounds. Also, 1.0% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
Many homes (63.3%) were made up of married couples living together. Some homes had a female head of household without a husband (10.2%), or a male head of household without a wife (2.0%). About 24.5% of homes were not families.
The average age of people in Benton City was 49 years old. About 9.6% of residents were under 18. About 25% were between 25 and 44 years old. Another 32.8% were between 45 and 64. Finally, 25% of the population was 65 years old or older. The village had slightly more males (51.0%) than females (49.0%).
Famous People from Benton City
- Anna J. Harrison - She was the first woman to become president of the American Chemical Society. This is a very important group for scientists who study chemistry.
See also
In Spanish: Benton City (Misuri) para niños
