Benton
A community guide to Benton in Illinois, los Estados Unidos.
- Population
- 6,709 residents
- Region
- Illinois
- Country
- los Estados Unidos
- Coordinates
- 37.9967, -88.9201
Economy and services
The economy of Benton reflects small-scale community commerce, with employment distributed across the sectors typical for similarly-sized communities in Illinois. Local services include the everyday provisions residents and visitors expect — retail, food, and personal services — supported by the wider municipal infrastructure of Illinois and los Estados Unidos. Businesses based in Benton draw from the regional labour pool and supply both local needs and the broader market beyond the immediate area.
Geography and location
Benton sits at approximate coordinates 37.9967 latitude and -88.9201 longitude within Illinois. The terrain and natural features around Benton reflect those typical of its part of los Estados Unidos, with land use, water access, and transport corridors that have shaped the way the community has developed over time. Travel distances to neighbouring populated places vary, with the wider Illinois road network providing the principal routes in and out.
Overview
Benton is a populated place in Illinois, los Estados Unidos. The community supports 6,709 residents and serves as one of the recognised localities of Illinois. Its position within the broader regional network gives Benton a distinct local character shaped by surrounding communities and shared services.