Information on Benson, Cochise County
The City of Benson is located in the state of Arizona, in Cochise County. Its area, population and other key information are listed below. |
Benson City HALL, Cochise County
| Benson City Hall's address | Benson Benson Municipal Building P.O. Box 2223 Benson, AZ 85602 United States | |
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| Phone number of Benson City Hall | +1 520-586-2245 | |
| Benson, AZ email | Loading... | |
| Benson official website | cityofbenson.com | |
| Mayor of Benson | Joe Konrad | |
| Cochise County, Arizona: Vital Records | Benson vital records | |
| Birth Certificate | Order your Arizona birth certificate online | |
Common questions about Benson
What county is Benson AZ in?Benson, AZ is located in Cochise County |
Where is Benson, Arizona ?Benson lies in Cochise County, southeast Arizona, USA. Positioned along Interstate 10, it is approximately 45 miles east-southeast of Tucson and 30 miles west of Willcox. This municipality serves as a gateway to the nearby Kartchner Caverns State Park and is near the San Pedro River, enhancing its geographic significance in the region. |
What is the cost of living in Benson AZ ?The cost of living in Benson, Arizona (Cochise County) is relatively affordable. Housing costs average around $1,200 per month for rentals. Transportation expenses are about 10% lower than the national average, and grocery prices align closely with regional norms. Overall, Benson offers a low-cost lifestyle compared to many urban areas. |
Benson administrative division
| Country | United States |
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| State | Arizona |
| County | Cochise - other counties in Arizona |
Benson building department, AZ
| Office | City of Benson Community Development Department |
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| City | Benson |
| State | AZ |
| Address | 120 W 6th St, Benson, AZ 85602 |
| Phone | 520-586-2245 |
| Website | https://www.cityofbenson.com/development |
Demography of Benson
| Name of Benson inhabitants (demonym) | Not available | |||
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| Date | Current value | Classed by Region/Country | ||
| Population | 5 105 inhabitants | 58 / 4 397 | ||
| Population density in Benson | 123,1 pop/sq mi (47,5 pop/km²) | |||
List of Passport Facilities in Benson, AZ
| Name | Street | Phone number |
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| BENSON POST OFFICE | 250 S OCOTILLO AVE | 5205869365 |
Top 3 most popular banks in Benson
There are 2 bank branches in Benson.
Zions Bancorporation, N.A. is the most popular bank in Benson with 1 branch offices, followed by Washington Federal Bank, National Association with 1 branch offices.
Find below all bank branches in Benson:
| Bank's name | Number of branch offices | Service Type |
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| Zions Bancorporation, N.A. | 1 | Full Service Brick and Mortar Office |
| Washington Federal Bank, National Association | 1 | Full Service Brick and Mortar Office |
Benson administrative numbers
| Benson City code | 0405770 |
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| Benson City postcode | 85602 |
Transportation modes in Benson
| Airport | Sierra Vista Municipal Airport 22.6 miles Davis–Monthan Air Force Base 36.9 miles Tucson International Airport 38.5 miles |
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Benson territory
| Benson area | 41,47 sq mi (107,40 km²) |
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| Benson altitude | 4 258 Altitude feet |
| Geographical coordinates | Latitude: 31.9145 Longitude: -110.329 Latitude: 31° 54' 52'' North Longitude: 110° 19' 44'' West |
| Time zone | UTC -7:00 (America/Phoenix) The summer and winter time does not differ from the standard time |
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| Natural parks | Benson isn't part of a natural park |
What is Benson close to?
| Nearby cities include: Huachuca City, Tombstone and Sierra Vista | ||
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| Huachuca City |  | Tombstone |
| Huachuca City | Huachuca City | Tombstone |
| Huachuca City 19.6 miles | Tombstone 20.7 miles | Sierra Vista 24.2 miles |
Distance between Benson and other main cities and towns
| Los Angeles : 491 miles | Houston : 899 miles | Philadelphia : 2034 miles |
| Phoenix : 154 miles closest | San Antonio : 722 miles | San Diego : 403 miles |
| Dallas : 795 miles | San Jose : 752 miles | Jacksonville : 1696 miles |
| Indianapolis : 1455 miles | San Francisco : 825 miles | Austin : 753 miles |
| Columbus : 1622 miles | Fort Worth : 761 miles | Charlotte : 1709 miles |
| Distances are calculated as the crow flies | ||
Schools in Benson, AZ
Elementary schools in Benson
Benson Primary School
District of Benson Unified School DistrictLowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 5
Students : 459
Middle schools in Benson
Benson Middle School
District of Benson Unified School DistrictLowest grade : 6, Highest grade : 8
Students : 368
High schools in Benson
Benson High School
District of Benson Unified School DistrictLowest grade : 9, Highest grade : 12
Students : 420
CTD - Benson High School
District of Cochise Technology DistrictLowest grade : 9, Highest grade : 12
CTD - Cochise Technology School
District of Cochise Technology DistrictLowest grade : 9, Highest grade : 12
San Pedro Valley High School
District of Benson Unified School DistrictLowest grade : 9, Highest grade : 12
Students : 25
Alternative schools in Benson
San Pedro Valley Online Academy
District of Benson Unified School DistrictLowest grade : 5, Highest grade : 12
Students : 6
Private schools in Benson
Grace Christian Academy
Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 12Students : 15
Leisure and activities in Benson surrounding area
| Kartchner Caverns to Huachuca City 5.5 miles | |
| Golf course | |
| Turquoise Hills Family Golf Center | San Pedro Golf Course |