Benton Heights, Michigan facts for kids
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Benton Heights, Michigan
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Location within Berrien County
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 Benton Heights, Michigan
Location in Michigan
Benton Heights, Michigan
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Michigan |
| County | Berrien |
| Township | Benton |
| Area | |
| • Total | 3.86 sq mi (10.00 km2) |
| • Land | 3.86 sq mi (9.99 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.01 km2) |
| Elevation | 633 ft (193 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 3,652 |
| • Density | 946.36/sq mi (365.42/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code(s) |
49022
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| Area code(s) | 269 |
| FIPS code | 26-07540 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0621145 |
Benton Heights is a community in Berrien County, Michigan. It is not an official city or town. Instead, it is a "census-designated place" (CDP). This means it has clear borders for counting people, but it does not have its own local government. Benton Heights is part of Benton Charter Township. It is also very close to the city of Benton Harbor. In 2020, about 3,652 people lived there.
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History of Benton Heights
Benton Heights used to have a different name. It was called "Euclid Center" for many years. The community changed its name to Benton Heights in 1957.
Geography and Location
Benton Heights is located in the southwestern part of Michigan. It covers an area of about 10 square kilometers (about 3.86 square miles). Almost all of this area is land. There is only a very small amount of water.
Population and People
The number of people living in Benton Heights has changed over the years.
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 2000 | 5,458 | — | |
| 2010 | 4,084 | −25.2% | |
| 2020 | 3,652 | −10.6% | |
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In 2000, there were 5,458 people. By 2010, the population had gone down to 4,084. The most recent count in 2020 showed 3,652 residents. This means the population has become smaller over time.
Who Lives in Benton Heights?
Benton Heights is a diverse community. People from many different backgrounds live there. In 2020, most residents were Black or African American. There was also a significant number of White residents. The community also has a growing number of people who identify as Hispanic or Latino. Many residents also identify with two or more races.
See also
In Spanish: Benton Heights para niños
