Benton City, Washington
Quick Statistics
Benton City is a community in Benton County, Washington, home to about 3,695 people spread across 2.5 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $32,039 a year, and a typical home is worth about $355,200. About 28.5% of adults hold a college degree, and 91.7% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has grown about 22 percent over the past decade.
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Among the Washington towns GeoStat tracks, Benton City ranks number 231 of 628 in population, number 450 in median household income, number 392 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around Benton City typically top out near 89°F in July, while January nights average about 29°F. The area sees roughly 2 inches of snow a year. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | West Richland, WA | 5.6 mi. | 17,586 |
| 2. | Richland, WA | 9.0 mi. | 62,753 |
| 3. | West Pasco, WA | 14.2 mi. | 1,122 |
| 4. | Prosser, WA | 14.3 mi. | 6,305 |
| 5. | Kennewick, WA | 15.2 mi. | 85,295 |
| 6. | Pasco, WA | 17.1 mi. | 79,575 |
| 7. | Grandview, WA | 20.6 mi. | 11,187 |
| 8. | Finley, WA | 21.8 mi. | 5,634 |
What is the population of Benton City, Washington?
Benton City has a population of about 3,695 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Benton City, Washington in?
Benton City is located in Benton County, Washington.
What is the median home value in Benton City, Washington?
The median home value in Benton City is about $355,200, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in Benton City, Washington?
The median personal income in Benton City is about $32,039 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Benton City, Washington?
Since 1950, 5 tornadoes have been recorded in Benton County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Benton City, Washington?
Typical July highs run about 89 degrees and January lows about 29 degrees, with around 2 inches of snow a year. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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