Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.51 |
| Below Poverty | 13.5% ▲ 35% above avg |
| College Grads | 31.1% ▼ 20% below avg |
| Unemployment | 3.5% ▼ 28% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 113 (1.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,331 (36.9%) |
| Some College | 1,066 (16.9%) |
| Associates | 856 (13.5%) |
| Bachelors | 642 (10.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,311 (20.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $64,231 ▼ 16% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $144,010 ▼ 48% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $850/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 4,346 |
| Vacant Units | 361 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Benton County is located in Indiana and encompasses 8 ZIP codes spanning 8 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 10,070 residents. With a median age of 39.89, it is a middle-aged county.
Benton County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $64,231 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 13.5% is above the national average.
Housing in Benton County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $144,010 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $850. Homeownership rates are high at 80.9%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Benton County are primarily White (88.83%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 31.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Benton County, IN is a solidly middle-class area in Indiana. The 8 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 47917 | Ambia | 306 | $98,125 | $204,400 | — | 1.8% | 29.1% |
| 47921 | Boswell | 1,131 | $81,442 | $168,200 | $900 | 1.1% | 34.2% |
| 47942 | Earl Park | 789 | $69,167 | $116,700 | $763 | 1.2% | 25.6% |
| 47944 | Fowler | 3,492 | $53,563 | $129,900 | $883 | 5.0% | 29.3% |
| 47970 | Otterbein | 2,634 | $72,468 | $162,700 | $901 | 3.3% | 39.6% |
| 47971 | Oxford | 1,718 | $53,654 | $129,900 | $714 | 4.0% | 22.5% |