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 | 04:46:19 (23rd April 2026) |
| Population growth | -22.5% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 85℉ 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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Demographics
According to census records, the population of Benton decreased by 22.5% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 49 | - | census |
| 2011 | 48 | -2.08% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 47 | -2.13% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 46 | -2.17% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 45 | -2.22% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 45 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 44 | -2.27% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 43 | -2.33% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 42 | -2.38% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 41 | -2.44% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 40 | -2.5% | 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 |
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- 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, 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, 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.
- Benton, Iowa city in Iowa with a population of 40 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 |
| Mosses | 893 | Town |
| Hayneville | 829 | Town in Alabama |
| White Hall | 737 | Town |
| Gordonville | 251 | Town |
| Lowndesboro | 86 | Human settlement in Lowndes County, Alabama, United States of America |