Benton, Kansas
Benton: city in Kansas
About
Benton is a city located in the county of Butler in the U.S. state of Kansas. Its population at the 2010 census was 880 and a population density of 247 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 865 inhabitants.
The city was created 117 years ago in 1909.
Quick Facts about Benton
| Population | 865 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Kansas (United States) |
| County | Butler County |
| Postal code | 67017 |
| Area | 3.56 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 37.7889,-97.1087 |
| Altitude | 1,375 feet / 419 meters |
| Establishment | January 06, 1909 (117 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 09:16:17 (15th April 2026) |
| Density | 243 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -1.73% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 76℉ Chance Showers And Thunderstorms 7-days weather |
Geography
Benton is located at 37°47'20"N 97°6'31"W (37.7889000, -97.1086500).
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Weather
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Benton decreased by 1.73% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 880 | - | census |
| 2011 | 883 | 0.34% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 879 | -0.46% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 875 | -0.46% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 876 | 0.11% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 877 | 0.11% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 881 | 0.45% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 879 | -0.23% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 873 | -0.69% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 871 | -0.23% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 865 | -0.69% | estimation process |
Services and Civic Places in Benton
1Benton City Hall
154 S Main St, Benton, KS 67017 View details
Phone: +13167781625 | Website available
People born in Benton (1)
American baseball player Ralph Winegarner was born in Benton
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Benton, KS. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 156107 | Wichita State University-Campus of Applied Sciences and Technology | Wichita (KS) | 67226 |
Nearby Transit Stations (2)
Rail and bus stations connected to Benton, KS. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| NEW | Newton | 414 North Main St. | RAIL |
| HUT | Hutchinson | North Walnut St & East 3rd Ave | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Benton.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Benton Post Office | Benton (KS) | 67017 |
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- 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.
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- Benton, Ohio city in United States of America with a population of 1,608 people.
- Benton, Tennessee county in Tennessee, United States with a population of 1,247 people.
- Benton, Missouri city in Missouri with a population of 880 people.
- Benton, Minnesota City in Carver County, Minnesota, United States with a population of 824 people.
- Benton, Pennsylvania borough in northern Columbia County, Pennsylvania with a population of 805 people.
- Benton, Wisconsin village in Lafayette County, Wisconsin, United States with a population of 489 people.
- Benton, Indiana unincorporated community in Elkhart County, Indiana with a population of 445 people.
- Benton, New Hampshire city in Grafton County, New Hampshire, United States of America with a population of 378 people.
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Other cities in Butler County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Butler County , KS. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Prairie Village | 22,315 | City in Kansas, United States |
| Andover | 13,672 | City in Kansas, United States |
| Clay Center | 3,991 | City in Kansas |
| Rose Hill | 3,979 | City in Butler County, Kansas, United States |
| Douglass | 1,646 | City in Butler County, Kansas, United States of America |
| Towanda | 1,446 | Township in Butler County, Kansas |
| Augusta | 1,216 | City in Butler County, Kansas, United States |
| El Dorado | 804 | City in and county seat of Butler County, Kansas, United States |
| Leon | 730 | City in Butler County, Kansas, United States of America |
| Whitewater | 723 | City in Butler County, Kansas, United States of America |
| Rosalia | 630 | Census-designated place in Butler County, Kansas |
| Bloomington | 534 | City in Kansas, United States |
| Potwin | 438 | City in Butler County, Kansas, United States of America |
| Chelsea | 266 | Township in Butler County, Kansas |
| Elbing | 230 | City in Butler County, Kansas, United States |
| Latham | 137 | City in Butler County, Kansas, United States of America |