Benton, Pennsylvania
Benton: borough in northern Columbia County, Pennsylvania
About
Benton is a city located in the county of Lancaster in the U.S. state of Pennsylvania. Its population at the 2010 census was 824 and a population density of 1,351 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 805 inhabitants.
The city was created 233 years ago in 1792.
Quick Facts about Benton
| Population | 805 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Pennsylvania (United States) |
| County | Lancaster County |
| Postal code | 17814 |
| Area | 0.61 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 39.7765,-76.2511 |
| Altitude | 2,510 feet / 765 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1793 (233 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 08:20:15 (19th April 2026) |
| Density | 1,320 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -2.36% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 57℉ Rain Showers 7-days weather |
Geography
Benton is located at 39°46'35"N 76°15'4"W (39.7764900, -76.2510700).
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Weather
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Benton decreased by 2.36% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 824 | - | census |
| 2011 | 828 | 0.48% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 827 | -0.12% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 830 | 0.36% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 835 | 0.6% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 837 | 0.24% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 829 | -0.97% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 822 | -0.85% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 816 | -0.74% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 809 | -0.87% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 805 | -0.5% | estimation process |
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People born in Benton (1)
missionary Frank Laubach was born in Benton
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Benton, PA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 418533 | Lancaster County Career and Technology Center | Willow Street (PA) | 17584 |
Nearby Transit Stations (31)
Rail and bus stations connected to Benton, PA. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABE | Aberdeen | 18 East Bel Air Ave. | RAIL |
| LNC | Lancaster station | 53 McGovern Avenue | RAIL |
| PAR | Parkesburg | W. First and S. Culvert Streets | RAIL |
| COT | Coatesville | Third Ave. and Fleetwood St. | RAIL |
| MJY | Mount Joy | East Henry St. and North Market St. | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Benton.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Peach Bottom Post Office | Peach Bottom (PA) | 17563 |
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- Benton, Kentucky city in Kentucky with a population of 4,467 people.
- Benton, Michigan charter township in Berrien County, Michigan with a population of 2,841 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, 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, Kansas city in Kansas with a population of 865 people.
- Benton, Minnesota City in Carver County, Minnesota, United States with a population of 824 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.
- Benton, Iowa city in Iowa with a population of 40 people.
- Benton, Alabama town of the United States with a population of 40 people.
Other cities in Lancaster County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Lancaster County , PA. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Hempfield | 40,558 | A township in Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania. |
| Lancaster | 17,106 | City in central Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, United States |
| West Lampeter | 15,983 | Township of Pennsylvania |
| Ephrata | 13,801 | City of the state Washington, United States |
| Elizabethtown | 11,494 | Borough in northwestern Lancaster County, Pennsylvania |
| Columbia | 10,295 | Borough in western Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, United States |
| Lititz | 10,022 | Borough in northern Lancaster County, Pennsylvania |
| Conewago | 8,536 | Unincorporated community in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania |
| Millersville | 8,289 | City in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, United States |
| Mount Joy | 8,071 | Borough in northwestern Lancaster County, Pennsylvania |
| Willow Street | 7,578 | Census designated place |
| Clay | 6,939 | Census-designated place in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania |
| East Earl | 6,899 | Township in northeastern Lancaster County, Pennsylvania |
| Leacock | 5,783 | Township in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania |
| Union | 5,661 | Township in southeastern Union County, Pennsylvania |
| New Holland | 5,547 | Borough in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, United States |