Benton, County seat in Saline County, Arkansas, US
Located in central Arkansas, Benton extends across 23 square miles of land with residential neighborhoods and commercial districts at 124 meters above sea level.
The settlement began in 1833 and received its name from Missouri Senator Thomas Hart Benton before Arkansas gained statehood in 1836.
The city provides educational opportunities through the Benton School District, which includes several elementary schools, middle schools, and Benton High School.
Residents access municipal services through the city administration center, which processes permits, licenses, and documentation for local business operations.
Benton forms part of the Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway Metropolitan Statistical Area with a population of 35,014 according to the 2020 census.
Location: Saline County
Inception: 1833
Elevation above the sea: 124 m
Website: http://benton.ar.gov
GPS coordinates: 34.57083,-92.57694
Latest update: May 27, 2025 07:15
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