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Information on Benton, Polk County

Welcome to our dedicated page for Benton, located in the state of Tennessee, Polk 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, Polk 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 Town HALL, Polk County

Benton Town Hall's address	Benton Benton Municipal Building PO BOX 687 BENTON TN 37307 United States
Phone number of Benton Town Hall	+1 423-338-5733
Benton, TN email	Not available
Benton official website	222
Mayor of Benton	Jerry T. Stephens
Polk County, Tennessee: Vital Records	Benton vital records
Birth Certificate	Order your Tennessee birth certificate online

Common questions about Benton

What county is Benton TN in?

Benton, TN is located in Polk County

Where is Benton, Tennessee ?

Benton is located in Polk County, in the southeastern part of the United States, within the state of Tennessee. It lies near the western foothills of the Appalachian Mountains and is close to the Ocoee River. The town is approximately 50 miles east of Chattanooga and about 60 miles south of Knoxville.

What is the cost of living in Benton TN ?

Benton administrative division

Country	United States
State	Tennessee
County	Polk - other counties in Tennessee

Benton building department, TN

If you're planning a construction project in Benton, TN, obtaining the appropriate permits is a crucial first step. To initiate this process, visit the Benton City Hall, where you can submit your application and ensure your project complies with local regulations. Each project's requirements can vary, so it's advisable to contact the City Hall office directly to get detailed information on associated costs and the expected processing times for your permit application. This direct communication will help streamline your project and clarify any specific requirements unique to Benton.

If you have inquiries related to construction permits, inspections, code enforcement, or building regulations, we recommend contacting Benton's town hall or Polk County authorities directly.

Demography of Benton

Name of Benton inhabitants (demonym)	Not available
Date	Current value	Classed by Region/Country
Population	1 138 inhabitants	216 / 7 275
Population density in Benton	354,3 pop/sq mi (136,8 pop/km²)

List of Passport Facilities in Benton, TN

Where to apply for a passport in Benton, TN? There are 1 passport offices in Benton, try one of these:

Name	Street	Phone number
BENTON POST OFFICE	188 MAIN ST	4233385021

Top 3 most popular banks in Benton

There are 2 bank branches in Benton.
First Volunteer Bank is the most popular bank in Benton with 1 branch offices, followed by Simply Bank with 1 branch offices.

Find below all bank branches in Benton:

Bank's name	Number of branch offices	Service Type
First Volunteer Bank	1	Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
Simply Bank	1	Full Service Brick and Mortar Office

Benton administrative numbers

Benton Town code	4705040
Benton Town postcode	37307

Toponymy and translation of Benton

Japanese: ベントン	Korean: 벤턴	Russian: Бентон
Chinese: 本顿

Transportation modes in Benton

Airport	10.7 miles McMinn County Airport 16.2 miles Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport 32.7 miles

Benton territory

Benton area	3,21 sq mi (8,32 km²)
Benton altitude	735 Altitude feet
Geographical coordinates	Latitude: 35.1746 Longitude: -84.6522 Latitude: 35° 10' 29'' North Longitude: 84° 39' 8'' West
Time zone	UTC -5:00 (America/New_York) Summer time : UTC -4:00 Winter time : UTC -5:00
Local time
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Natural parks	Benton isn't part of a natural park

What is Benton close to?

Nearby cities include: Charleston, Calhoun, Cleveland and Etowah

Charleston	Charleston	Etowah
Charleston		Etowah
Collegedale	Ducktown	Ducktown

Charleston 9.8 miles	Calhoun 10 miles	Cleveland 12.4 miles
Etowah 13.3 miles	Ducktown 17.7 miles	Athens 19.4 miles
Copperhill 19.5 miles	Englewood 19.5 miles	McCaysville 20.8 miles
Tellico Plains 24 miles	Collegedale 24.1 miles	Niota 24.3 miles
Eton 25 miles	Varnell 25.7 miles	Decatur 26 miles
Lakesite 27.7 miles	Chatsworth 28.2 miles	Blue Ridge 28.3 miles
Madisonville 29.1 miles	Dayton 29.9 miles	Soddy-Daisy 30 miles

Distance between Benton and other main cities and towns

Los Angeles : 1915 miles	Houston : 729 miles	Philadelphia : 619 miles
Phoenix : 1566 miles	San Antonio : 901 miles	San Diego : 1862 miles
Dallas : 714 miles	San Jose : 2066 miles	Jacksonville : 377 miles
Indianapolis : 329 miles	San Francisco : 2128 miles	Austin : 833 miles
Columbus : 345 miles	Fort Worth : 746 miles	Charlotte : 216 miles closest
Distances are calculated as the crow flies

Schools in Benton, TN

Elementary schools in Benton

Benton Elementary

District of Polk County
Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 5
Students : 474

Middle schools in Benton

Chilhowee Middle School

District of Polk County
Lowest grade : 6, Highest grade : 8
Students : 350

High schools in Benton

Polk County High School

District of Polk County
Lowest grade : 9, Highest grade : 12
Students : 565