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Information on Benton, Marshall County

Welcome to our dedicated page for Benton, located in the state of Kentucky, Marshall County. Here, you will find detailed information about this city, including its geographical location, population data, administrative services, and local resources.

This page provides essential details such as the city hall's contact information, including its address, office hours, and ways to reach out via phone or email, making it easier for you to access city-related services. Additionally, we offer useful insights into key local services, including hospitals, schools, parks, and other points of interest in Benton, Marshall County.

You can also explore up-to-date demographic statistics, learn about the city's history and unique features, and find answers to frequently asked questions regarding services and procedures.


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Benton City HALL, Marshall County

Benton City Hall's addressBenton Benton Municipal Building
1009 Main Street

Benton KY 42025
United States
Phone number of Benton City Hall+1 270-527-8677
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Benton official website222
Mayor of BentonRita Dotson
Marshall County, Kentucky: Vital Records Benton vital records
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Common questions about Benton

What county is Benton KY in?

Benton, KY is located in Marshall County

Where is Benton, Kentucky ?

Benton lies in Marshall County, situated in the western part of Kentucky, USA. It is located near the Tennessee River and not far from the Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area. Benton is approximately 20 miles southeast of Paducah and about 120 miles northwest of Nashville, Tennessee.

What is the cost of living in Benton KY ?

Benton building department, KY

If you're planning on constructing or renovating a property in Benton, Kentucky, obtaining the necessary permits is a crucial step in ensuring your project complies with local regulations. To request a building permit, you will need to visit or contact the City of Benton Building Inspector's office, which is conveniently located within the city's municipal building. This office is your primary resource for obtaining detailed information about the costs and processing times associated with permit applications in Benton, KY. It’s advisable to reach out to them directly to ensure you have the most current and pertinent information tailored to your specific project needs.

Demography of Benton

Name of Benton inhabitants (demonym)Not available
DateCurrent valueClassed by Region/Country
Population4 349 inhabitants83 / 4 786
Population density in Benton1 033,4 pop/sq mi (399,0 pop/km²)

List of Passport Facilities in Benton, KY

Where to apply for a passport in Benton, KY? There are 1 passport offices in Benton, try one of these:
Name Street Phone number
BENTON POST OFFICE219 W 5TH ST2705273933

Top 3 most popular banks in Benton

There are 8 bank branches in Benton.
Community Financial Services Bank is the most popular bank in Benton with 2 branch offices, followed by First Kentucky Bank, Inc. with 2 branch offices and then U.S. Bank National Association with 2 branch offices.

Find below all bank branches in Benton:

Bank's name Number of branch offices Service Type
Community Financial Services Bank2Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
First Kentucky Bank, Inc.2Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
U.S. Bank National Association2Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
Heritage Bank USA, Inc.1Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
Regions Bank1Full Service Brick and Mortar Office

Benton administrative numbers

Benton City code2105824
Benton City postcode42025

Toponymy and translation of Benton

Persian: بنتنJapanese: ベントンKazakh: Бентон
Korean: 벤턴Russian: БентонChinese: 本顿

Transportation modes in Benton

Airport
Murray-Calloway County Airport 13 miles
Barkley Regional Airport 27 miles
Henry County Airport 35.7 miles

Benton territory

Benton area4,21 sq mi (10,90 km²)
Benton altitude446 Altitude feet
Geographical coordinatesLatitude: 36.8518
Longitude: -88.3595
Latitude: 36° 51' 6'' North
Longitude: 88° 21' 34'' West
Time zone
UTC -6:00 (America/Chicago)
Summer time : UTC -5:00
Winter time : UTC -6:00
Local time
07/05/2025, 15:48:03
Namesake of Benton
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Natural parksBenton isn't part of a natural park

What is Benton close to?

Leaflet | Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors
Nearby cities include: Hardin, Calvert City, Grand Rivers and Murray
Calvert CityCalvert CityGrand Rivers
Calvert CityNeighbouring townsHardin
MayfieldHardinHardin
Hardin 6.8 milesCalvert City 12.6 milesGrand Rivers 12.7 miles
Murray 16.6 milesMayfield 17.7 milesKuttawa 19.8 miles
Smithland 19.9 milesPaducah 21.9 milesEddyville 22.1 miles
Dycusburg 23.4 milesBrookport 24 milesHazel 24 miles
Wingo 25.9 milesMetropolis 27.4 milesPuryear 28.4 miles
Salem 29.4 milesFredonia 29.6 milesCadiz 30.6 miles

Distance between Benton and other main cities and towns

Los Angeles : 1698 milesHouston : 635 milesPhiladelphia : 749 miles
Phoenix : 1357 milesSan Antonio : 779 milesSan Diego : 1651 miles
Dallas : 554 milesSan Jose : 1837 milesJacksonville : 593 miles
Indianapolis : 235 miles closestSan Francisco : 1898 milesAustin : 705 miles
Columbus : 363 milesFort Worth : 583 milesCharlotte : 436 miles
Distances are calculated as the crow flies

Schools in Benton, KY

Elementary schools in Benton

Benton Elementary School

District of Marshall County
Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 5
Students : 597

Central Elementary School

District of Marshall County
Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 5
Students : 536

Jonathan Elementary School

District of Marshall County
Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 5
Students : 216

Sharpe Elementary School

District of Marshall County
Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 5
Students : 345

South Marshall Elementary School

District of Marshall County
Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 5
Students : 336

Middle schools in Benton

South Marshall Middle

District of Marshall County
Lowest grade : 6, Highest grade : 8
Students : 520

High schools in Benton

Marshall County High School

District of Marshall County
Lowest grade : 9, Highest grade : 12
Students : 1444

Star Academy High School

District of Marshall County
Lowest grade : 9, Highest grade : 12
Students : 29

Alternative schools in Benton

Purchase Youth Village

District of Marshall County
Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 12

schools in Benton

Marshall County Technical Center

District of Marshall County