Benton township, Missouri
Benton township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Benton township is a geographic entity located in Holt County, Missouri. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,257. The land area covers 49.82 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,257 | ±139 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 50.6 yrs | ±4.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 511 | ±60 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 669 | ±65 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 511 | ±60 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 158 | ±43 |
| Median Home Value | $165,100 | ±$27,543 |
| Median Gross Rent | $690 | ±$49 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $67,917 | ±$13,276 |
| Per Capita Income | $35,943 | ±$4,108 |
| Poverty Rate | 6.6% | ±2.5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 80 | ±32 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0.7% | ±1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 602 | ±64 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 77.7% | ±1.2% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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COUNTY OF HOLT
GUS Population: 4,241 (2024)
ID: 168738
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY CLERK
PO BOX 437, OREGON MO 64473-0437
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Education
Listing 9 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | CRAIG, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | CRAIG, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | MOUND CITY, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | MOUND CITY, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | MOUND CITY, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | MAITLAND, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Graham, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | OREGON, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | OREGON, MO |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Highland Community College
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College | 17.7 mi away | 606 W Main, Highland, KS, 66035-4165 |
7854426000
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MOUND CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 2.0 mi away | 207 E SIXTH ST, MOUND CITY, MO, 64470 |
(660) 442-5700
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Northwest Missouri State University
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College | 23.8 mi away | 800 University Drive, Maryville, MO, 64468-6001 |
6605621212
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OREGON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.1 mi away | 103 S WASHINGTON ST, OREGON, MO, 64473 |
(660) 446-3586
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HIGHLAND BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 17.7 mi away | 306 W. MAIN, HIGHLAND, KS, 66035 |
(785) 985-2597
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FAIRFAX BRANCH
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Library | 18.7 mi away | 118 E MAIN ST, FAIRFAX, MO, 64446 |
(660) 686-2204
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FALLS CITY LIBRARY & ARTS CENTER
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Library | 21.3 mi away | 1400 STONE STREET, FALLS CITY, NE, 68355 |
(402) 245-2913
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SAVANNAH BRANCH
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Library | 23.0 mi away | 514 W MAIN ST, SAVANNAH, MO, 64485 |
(816) 324-4569
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LIBRARY DISTRICT #1, DONIPHAN COUNTY
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Library | 23.2 mi away | 105 N. MAIN, TROY, KS, 66087 |
(785) 985-2597
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MARYVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 24.1 mi away | 509 N MAIN ST, MARYVILLE, MO, 64468 |
(660) 582-5281
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at FALLS CITY 4NE, NE US, located 16.8 miles from Benton township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 34.8° | 13.7° | 24.3° | 0.78" | — |
| February | 39.9° | 17.8° | 28.9° | 1.41" | — |
| March | 52.4° | 28.1° | 40.3° | 2.08" | — |
| April | 63.7° | 39.1° | 51.4° | 3.40" | — |
| May | 74.1° | 52.0° | 63.1° | 4.58" | — |
| June | 83.5° | 62.1° | 72.8° | 4.61" | — |
| July | 87.3° | 66.3° | 76.8° | 5.38" | — |
| August | 85.7° | 62.6° | 74.1° | 3.89" | — |
| September | 79.0° | 53.2° | 66.1° | 3.43" | — |
| October | 67.0° | 40.9° | 54.0° | 2.88" | — |
| November | 51.9° | 28.3° | 40.1° | 1.86" | — |
| December | 39.3° | 18.4° | 28.9° | 1.35" | — |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mound City city | City | 2.3 mi | — |
| Bigelow village | Village | 4.5 mi | — |
| Fortescue town | Town | 7.2 mi | — |
| Big Lake village | Village | 8.5 mi | — |
| Forest City city | City | 8.9 mi | — |
| Maitland city | City | 9.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2908704672. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.