Median Age
38 Years
Largest Age Group
40-49 Years
Approximately 14% of Residents
Under 20
26%
Over 65
17%
Benton, AR Area Guide
Avg Rent
$857
Population
35,527
Renter Mix
34% Rent
Bask in suburban convenience and comfort near Little Rock
Suburban
•
Growing
•
Scenic
Situated about halfway between Little Rock and Hot Springs, Benton is a historic suburb with a distinct small-town atmosphere and a lot to offer. Benton’s charming downtown area is teeming with rows of shops, restaurants, churches, government offices, and the legendary Royal Theater in historic buildings.
Every year, Benton hosts the annual Spring in Saline Home and Garden Show, bringing a bevy of residents and visitors together to enjoy various products for the home. Benton sits within close proximity to the Saline River and Ouachita National Forest, ensuring access to a wide variety of recreational activities. Getting around from Benton is easy with quick access to I-30 and the Bill and Hillary Clinton National Airport.
Explore the City
If you want to eat, shop, or see a movie in Benton, Hickory Square Shopping Center is the place to go.
Riverside Center is where residents gather to hang out and get active in Benton.
Riverside Park has playing fields, a community center, and amenities serving Benton, Arkansas.
There are a variety of housing types in Benton to choose from.
Lyle Park gives Benton residents easy access to the Saline river.
Benton has plenty of spots to sit and relax with a snack or beverage.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$65,523
Average: $78,877
Education
7,313
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
18,023
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
Get a sense of this area's population profile.
Housing Distribution
Benton has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
34%
Non-Renters
66%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
18%
Other Education
82%
Rent Trends
As of July 2026, the average apartment rent in Benton, AR is $857 for one bedroom, $976 for two bedrooms, and $1,419 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Benton has increased by 0.1% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$857/month
584 Sq Ft
House
$1,597/month
1,356 Sq Ft
Learn More About Benton
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Benton, AR is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
30
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
20
/ 100
Scores provided by
Schools
Public
Grades K-5
440 Students
Hurricane Creek Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
414 Students
Public
Grades K-5
414 Students
Public
Grades K-5
450 Students
Public
Grades K-5
417 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
879 Students
Public
Grades K-8
777 Students
Harmony Grove Junior High School
Public
Grades 6-8
306 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,288 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
298 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
School data provided by
The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
View GreatSchools Rating Methodology
Data provided by
GreatSchools.org
© 2026. All rights reserved.
The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
View GreatSchools Rating Methodology
Data provided by
GreatSchools.org
© 2026. All rights reserved.
Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Commuter Rail
Airports
- Bill and Hillary Clinton Ntl/Adams Field
Top Apartments in Benton
Houses for Rent in Benton
Search Nearby Rentals
Nearby City Rentals
Nearby Neighborhood Rentals
Nearby House Rentals
Nearby City Guides
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 June 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.