Benton
Town in Kennebec County, Maine
Benton is a town in Kennebec County, Maine, with 2,715 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 154 ft (47 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Clinton, 5.3 miles N.
- 2,715residents (2020 Census)
- 154 ftelevation · 47 m
- 28.4 sq miland area · 73.6 km²
- 96 / sq mipopulation density
- 04975ZIP code
About Benton
Benton is a town in Kennebec County, Maine, United States. It was formed in 1842, as a subdivision of the town of Clinton. The population was 2,715 at the 2020 census. The town was named for Missouri Senator Thomas Hart Benton.
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Living in Benton
- Median household income
- $61,437
- Median home value
- $176,700
- Median rent
- $1,110/mo
- Median age
- 42.8
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Benton had 2,715 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 2,715 |
|---|---|
| Density | 96 per sq mi (37 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Benton at a glance
| State | Maine (ME) |
|---|---|
| County | Kennebec County |
| Type | Town |
| Population | 2,715 (2020) |
| Land area | 28.42 sq mi (73.6 km²) |
| Water area | 0.65 sq mi (1.69 km²) |
| Elevation | 154 ft (47 m) |
| Coordinates | 44.5908° N, 69.5179° W |
| ZIP code | 04975 |
| Census code (GEOID) | 2301104475 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Benton
- Clinton5.3 mi N
- Winslow5.5 mi SW
- Albion6.7 mi SE
- Waterville7.7 mi SW
- Unity7.8 mi E
- Fairfield8.2 mi NW
- Burnham8.6 mi NE
- Oakland10.6 mi W
- Freedom10.7 mi SE
- China12.2 mi S
- Vassalboro12.9 mi SW
- Pittsfield13.0 mi N
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Frequently asked questions about Benton
What county is Benton in?
Benton is in Kennebec County, Maine.
What is the population of Benton, ME?
2,715 people lived in Benton at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Benton, ME?
The ZIP code of Benton is 04975.
What is the elevation of Benton?
154 feet (47 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Benton?
Clinton (5.3 mi), Winslow (5.5 mi), Albion (6.7 mi), Waterville (7.7 mi), Unity (7.8 mi).
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