Median Age
38 Years
Largest Age Group
10-19 Years
Approximately 14% of Residents
Under 20
27%
Over 65
18%
Benson, NC
Area Guide
Avg Rent
$465
Population
4,676
Renter Mix
47% Rent
The best small town in North Carolina
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Suburban
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Affordable
The self-proclaimed best small town in North Carolina, Benson offers a true sense of small town charm, boasting a supportive community, safe residential streets, and a laidback lifestyle. A blend of rural and suburban land, Benson blends a secluded feel with historic attractions and a thriving downtown district that hosts various community events throughout the year.
The city of Benson is all about supporting local businesses and historic attractions like the Benson Museum of Local History. Benson is host to the largest festival in Johnston County celebrating the city’s agricultural and farming history. This cozy town is located 32 miles south of Raleigh and 31 miles northeast of Fayetteville, so it’s the perfect community for commuters. Shopping, dining, and entertainment options galore are just a short drive from Benson!
Demographics
Median Household Income
$51,412
Average: $51,832
Education
1,067
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
2,357
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Benson has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
47%
Non-Renters
53%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
18%
Other Education
82%
Rent Trends
As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Benson, NC is $465 for one bedroom, $525 for two bedrooms, and $560 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Benson has increased by 4.5% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$465/month
783 Sq Ft
House
$1,934/month
1,310 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Benson, NC is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
30
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
20
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-8
609 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
608 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
608 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
749 Students
McGee's Crossroads Middle School
Public
Grades 6-8
749 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
609 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
511 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
511 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,469 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Cape Fear River Trail Park
Commuter Rail
Military Bases
Airports
- Fayetteville Regional/Grannis Field
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.