Benham, Kentucky
Quick Statistics
Benham is a community in Harlan County, Kentucky, home to about 725 people spread across 0.2 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $28,333 a year, and a typical home is worth about $53,000. About 27.1% of adults hold a college degree, and 92.8% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has grown about 45 percent over the past decade.
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Among the Kentucky towns GeoStat tracks, Benham ranks number 288 of 552 in population, number 357 in median household income, number 490 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around Benham typically top out near 85°F in July, while January nights average about 26°F. The area sees roughly 9 inches of snow a year. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Lynch, KY | 2.1 mi. | 709 |
| 2. | Cumberland, KY | 2.9 mi. | 2,037 |
| 3. | Keokee, VA | 7.3 mi. | 174 |
| 4. | Appalachia, VA | 9.4 mi. | 1,391 |
| 5. | Big Stone Gap, VA | 12.0 mi. | 5,162 |
| 6. | Blackey, KY | 12.1 mi. | 141 |
| 7. | St. Charles, VA | 12.4 mi. | 83 |
| 8. | Whitesburg, KY | 12.8 mi. | 1,761 |
What is the population of Benham, Kentucky?
Benham has a population of about 725 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Benham, Kentucky in?
Benham is located in Harlan County, Kentucky.
What is the median home value in Benham, Kentucky?
The median home value in Benham is about $53,000, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in Benham, Kentucky?
The median personal income in Benham is about $28,333 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Benham, Kentucky?
Since 1950, 2 tornadoes have been recorded in Harlan County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Benham, Kentucky?
Typical July highs run about 85 degrees and January lows about 26 degrees, with around 9 inches of snow a year. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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