Benton, KY 42025

Population 19,990

42025 is zip code located in Benton, Kentucky. The population is 19,990, making 42025 the largest zipcode in Benton and the largest in Marshall County.

There are 12 public schools in 42025 with an average Homefacts rating of A. The total crime rate for Benton is low , and there are 37 registered sex offenders residing in the zip code 42025. Unemployment in 42025 is moderate.

Zip codes within Benton include 42051 and 42054.

Benton Neighborhood Report

Schools

School Rating is Excellent

Crime Rate

35.63% Higher than national avg.

Registered Offenders

26.84% Higher than national avg.

Environmental Hazards

93 Found nearby

Unemployment

Moderate 3.9%

Property Values

Median Property Value $0

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Summary
There are 12 K-12 public schools in 42025, KY and 1 private school. Homefacts rates 42025's schools as Excellent, with an overall A rating.
1 Private School

Christian Fellowship School

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0 Colleges & Universities view all colleges & universities

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Crime view details

37 Registered Offenders search the registered offender database

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*100 is national avg. Greater than 100 means higher crime, lower means less crime.
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Property Report Overview

Housing Inventory

Property Type
  • Vacant
    15.7%
  • Rented
    18.3%
  • Owned
    66%

9 Building Permits View All

  • In 2014, the city of Benton, KY issued 9 building permits. All permits issued were for Single Family Homes. All permits issued were for Single Family Homes.
  • In 2013, the city of Benton, KY issued 8 building permits. All permits issued were for Single Family Homes. All permits issued were for Single Family Homes.
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Fair Market Rents

**Displaying data from KY 42025
  • Property Type Rent
  • Studio: $572
  • 1 Bedroom: $678
  • 2 Bedrooms: $773
  • 3 Bedrooms: $956
  • 4 Bedrooms: $1,048

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Environmental Hazards

93 Environmental Hazards

Health Hazards

  • Air Quality HEALTHY (261/283)
    Benton, KY has 92.23% good air quality.
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  • Radon ZONE 3 COUNTY
    Benton, KY is a green zone.
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  • UV Index HIGH 5.28 Average
    Benton, KY is a high risk area for ultra-violet rays.
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Weather

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Average Monthly Temperature

  • January 34.37°
  • February 38.97°
  • March 51.3°
  • April 59.02°
  • May 68.3°
  • June 77.34°
  • July 79.55°
  • August 77.56°
  • September 70.97°
  • October 58.57°
  • November 47.85°
  • December 36.92°

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Natural Disasters

Probability of Natural Disasters for Benton, KY

Earthquakes
Benton, KY has a moderate risk of earthquakes.
Hurricanes
Benton, KY has no risk of hurricanes.
Hail
Benton, KY has a moderate risk of hail storms.
Tornadoes
Benton, KY has a very high risk of tornadoes.

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Median Household Income

Median Household Income in 42025: $46,130

Unemployment

Unemployment in Benton is 3.9%. It is lower than the state and national averages, 3.7% and 7.7% respectively

Workforce Breakdown

Blue Collar - 45.96%
White Collar - 54.04%

Politics

State Representatives

  • Gov. Steven L. Beshear
  • Sen. Mitch McConnell
  • Sen. Rand Paul

City Representatives

  • Ed Whitfield

Neighborhood Info

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0 Cemeteries view all

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14 FCC Towers view all

1 Hospital view all

1 Retirement Home view all