Benton is a small city in Franklin County, Illinois. The surrounding area is home to 1,300,421 residents, but there are 11,265 living in the city. The senior community constitutes around 34% of the overall population.
Benton has a good SeniorScore™ of 73. The city has a mean per capita income of $21,000. The median household income is $36,000 versus an average of $54,000 for the entire state of Illinois. The current unemployment rate is approximately 6.98% and the median home price is $102,000, which is significantly less than the Illinois average of $187,500.
Benton has tolerable mean temperatures, with tolerable winters and calm summers. The area gets large levels of rainfall each year. In comparison to other cities, Benton has average air quality.
To see information on the SeniorScore™ for Benton, IL, please visit senioradvice.com/seniorscore/senior-living-in-benton-il.