Benton, Alabama
Benton: town of the United States.
About
Benton is a town located in the county of Lowndes in the U.S. state of Alabama. Its population at the 2010 census was 49. After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 40 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Benton
| Population | 40 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Alabama (United States) |
| County | Lowndes County |
| Postal code | 36785 |
| Phone Area Codes | 334 |
| Water as percent of area | 10.27% |
| Land as percent of area | 89.73% |
| Latitude & Longitude | 32.3068,-86.8178 |
| Altitude | 141 feet / 43 meters |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 12:58:59 (25th September 2026) |
| Population growth | -18.37% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 84℉ Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Benton is located at 32°18'25"N 86°49'4"W (32.3068100, -86.8177600).
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Weather
Sunny, with a high near 84. Northeast wind around 5 mph.
7-Day ForecastDemographics
According to census records, the population of Benton decreased by 18.37% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 49 | - | census |
| 2011 | 48 | -2.04% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 47 | -2.08% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 46 | -2.13% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 45 | -2.17% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 45 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 44 | -2.22% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 43 | -2.27% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 42 | -2.33% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 41 | -2.38% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 40 | -2.44% | estimation process |
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People born in Benton (2)
People born in Benton, including African artist and sharecropper Bill Traylor, Major League Baseball pitcher Zeke Wilson, .
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Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Benton, AL. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 102058 | Selma University | Selma (AL) | 36701 |
Nearby Transit Stations (7)
Rail and bus stations connected to Benton, AL. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| SLA | Selma, AL | 434 Broad Street | BUS |
| MGM | Montgomery, AL | 950 West South Boulevard | BUS |
| CMD | Camden, AL | 8 Claiborne Street \r\n8 Claiborne Street \r\n | BUS |
| MAA | Marion, AL | 26400 Alabama Highway 14 | BUS |
| BRR | Brent, AL | 10393 Alabama Highway 5 | BUS |
Closest post offices linked to Benton.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Tyler Post Office | Tyler (AL) | 36785 |
Other places with the same name (7)
- Benton, Arkansas city in Arkansas, USA. with a population of 37,214 people.
- Benton, Illinois city in Illinois. with a population of 6,784 people.
- Benton, Kentucky city in Kentucky. with a population of 4,467 people.
- Benton, New York town in New York, United States. with a population of 2,727 people.
- Benton, Maine town in Maine, United States. with a population of 2,720 people.
- Benton, Louisiana suburb town of Shreveport, located in Bossier Parish, Louisiana, United States of America. with a population of 2,092 people.
- Benton, Tennessee county in Tennessee, United States. with a population of 1,247 people.
Other cities in Lowndes County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Lowndes County , AL.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Fort Deposit | 1,145 | Town |