Benton: Demographics & People
Benton's population stands at 384 people, in 145 households. Median age 52.1 years. (16.5y older than Elkhart County; 13.9y older than Indiana). Population is 78% White (non-Hispanic) and 22% Hispanic or Latino. 64% of households are family-led.
- 2.6 people per household.
- 36% non-family households (singles, roommates).
Population & Trend
Current population 384; figures track the most recent Census ACS 5-year estimates.
| Population | 207,047 people |
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| Population | 384 people |
Age Distribution
Median age 52.1y is 13.2 years older than the U.S. median (38.9y).
| Median age | 52.1 years (vs Indiana 38.2y) |
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Race, Ethnicity & Diversity
Of 384 residents, race / ethnicity breaks down by Census ACS counts (a person can identify with one or more groups).
| Hispanic or Latino population | 21.6% |
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| White (non-Hispanic) population | 78.4% |
Households & Family Composition
145 households. 64% are family households — near the U.S. share of ~65%.
| Family households | 93 households |
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| Households that are families | 64.1% |
| Total households | 145 households |