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Benton, KY

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Population
4,718
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
426 ft
Median Home Value
$157,000
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$787/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$66,827
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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About Benton

Benton is a welcoming small town of about 4,800 residents, serving as the seat of Marshall County in western Kentucky. Life here centers around a classic downtown courthouse square lined with local shops, diners, and county offices. It offers a relaxed, neighborly atmosphere with deep roots, highlighted by unique annual traditions like Tater Day, a lively spring festival dating back to the 1840s, and the historic Big Singing shape-note gathering each May.

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Families appreciate the strong community focus within the Marshall County school system, along with an active public library branch right in town. Outdoor lovers have immediate access to Kentucky Lake and Land Between the Lakes, making boating, camping, and fishing easy everyday pastimes. Benton also provides convenient highway connections to nearby hubs like Paducah and Murray, giving residents a peaceful small-town base with shopping, healthcare, and university amenities just a short drive down the road.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingSmall Town FitA+99.1rating

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