Benton, Tennessee
Benton: county in Tennessee, United States
About
Benton is a city located in the county of Polk in the U.S. state of Tennessee. Its population at the 2010 census was 1,385 and a population density of 1 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 1,247 inhabitants.
The city was created 190 years ago in 1835.
Quick Facts about Benton
| Population | 1,247 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Tennessee (United States) |
| County | Polk County |
| Different from | Benton County, Benton County, Benton County, Benton County, Benton County, Benton County, Benton County, Benton County |
| Area | 1130 km2 |
| Water as percent of area | 9.6% |
| Land as percent of area | 90.4% |
| Latitude & Longitude | 35.1742,-84.6536 |
| Named for | David Benton |
| Capital | Camden |
| Establishment | January 01, 1836 (190 years ago) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone |
| Local time | 12:24:37 (15th April 2026) |
| Postal code | 37307 |
| Density | 1 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -11.07% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 58℉ Mostly Clear 7-days weather |
Geography
Benton is located at 35°10'27"N 84°39'13"W (35.1742400, -84.6535500). It has 7 neighbors: Decatur County, Carroll County, Henry County, Houston County, Humphreys County, Perry County and Stewart County.
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Weather
Mostly clear, with a low around 58. South wind around 5 mph.
7-Day ForecastOfficial website of Benton
Official Website- Camden
Demographics
According to census records, the population of Benton decreased by 11.07% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 1,385 | - | census |
| 2011 | 1,399 | 1% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 1,376 | -1.67% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 1,364 | -0.88% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 1,347 | -1.26% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 1,334 | -0.97% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 1,318 | -1.21% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 1,291 | -2.09% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 1,308 | 1.3% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 1,278 | -2.35% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 1,247 | -2.49% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Benton
1Outdoor Adventure Rafting
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2Ocoee Outdoors
1985 US-64, Benton, TN 37307, United States View details
Phone: +14233382438 | Website available
3Sugarloaf Mountain Park
2144 TN-40, Benton, TN 37307, United States View details
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4Sugarloaf Mtn Overlook
Oswald Rd, Benton, TN 37307, United States View details
Phone: +14233385040
5Ocoee Scenic Byway
US-64, Benton, TN 37307, United States View details
Where to Eat in Benton
1Gondolier
1603 US-64, Benton, TN 37307, United States View details
Phone: +14233387299 | Website available
Where to Stay in Benton
1Welcome Valley Village
867 Welcome Valley Rd, Benton, TN 37307, United States View details
Phone: +18005428567 | Website available
2Ocoee River Rats
414 Parksville Rd, Benton, TN 37307, United States View details
Phone: +14233755041 | Website available
People born in Benton (1)
United States Marine Neldon Theo French was born in Benton
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Benton, TN. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 219842 | Pentecostal Theological Seminary | Cleveland (TN) | 37320-3330 |
| 220613 | Lee University | Cleveland (TN) | 37311 |
| 219879 | Cleveland State Community College | Cleveland (TN) | 37312 |
| 404718 | Franklin Academy | Cleveland (TN) | 37312-3862 |
| 219596 | Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Athens | Athens (TN) | 37371-0848 |
Closest post offices linked to Benton.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Benton Post Office | Benton (TN) | 37307 |
| Post Office | Ocoee (TN) | 37361 |
| Delan Post Office | Delano (TN) | 37325 |
| Old For Post Office | Old Fort (TN) | 37362 |
| Calhoun Post Office | Calhoun (TN) | 37309 |
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Other cities in Polk County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Polk County , TN.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Ducktown | 467 | City in Tennessee, United States |
| Copperhill | 316 | City in Polk County, Tennessee, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Benton distances to largest Tennessee cities