Benson
City in Cochise County, Arizona
Benson is a city in Cochise County, Arizona, with 5,355 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 3,586 ft (1,093 m) above sea level. The nearest town is St. David, 6.6 miles E.
- 5,355residents (2020 Census)
- 3,586 ftelevation · 1,093 m
- 41.4 sq miland area · 107.3 km²
- 129 / sq mipopulation density
- 85627ZIP code
About Benson
Benson is a city in Cochise County, Arizona, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 5,355. It was founded as a rail terminal for the area, and is located approximately 45 miles (72 km) east-southeast of the city of Tucson.
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Living in Benson
- Median household income
- $49,346
- Median home value
- $148,900
- Median rent
- $783/mo
- Median age
- 50.6
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Benson had 5,355 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 5,355 |
|---|---|
| Density | 129 per sq mi (50 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Benson at a glance
| State | Arizona (AZ) |
|---|---|
| County | Cochise County |
| Type | City |
| Population | 5,355 (2020) |
| Land area | 41.44 sq mi (107.3 km²) |
| Water area | 0.04 sq mi (0.11 km²) |
| Elevation | 3,586 ft (1,093 m) |
| Coordinates | 31.9145° N, 110.3286° W |
| ZIP code | 85627 |
| Official website | cityofbenson.com |
| Census code (GEOID) | 0405770 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Benson
- St. David6.6 mi E
- Mescal7.3 mi NW
- J-Six Ranchettes8.8 mi NW
- Whetstone13.7 mi S
- Dragoon18.7 mi NE
- Huachuca City19.6 mi S
- Tombstone19.7 mi SE
- Elgin20.9 mi SW
- Vail22.6 mi W
- Sierra Vista24.2 mi S
- Rincon Valley25.1 mi NW
- Sonoita25.1 mi SW
Straight-line distance between town centers.
Frequently asked questions about Benson
What county is Benson in?
Benson is in Cochise County, Arizona.
What is the population of Benson, AZ?
5,355 people lived in Benson at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Benson, AZ?
The ZIP code of Benson is 85627.
What is the elevation of Benson?
3,586 feet (1,093 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Benson?
St. David (6.6 mi), Mescal (7.3 mi), J-Six Ranchettes (8.8 mi), Whetstone (13.7 mi), Dragoon (18.7 mi).
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