Benton, Illinois
A community guide to Benton, Illinois in Illinois, the United States.
- Population
- 6,709 residents
- Region
- Illinois
- Country
- the United States
- Coordinates
- 37.9967, -88.9201
Economy and services
The economy of Benton, Illinois 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 the United States. Businesses based in Benton, Illinois draw from the regional labour pool and supply both local needs and the broader market beyond the immediate area.
Geography and location
Benton, Illinois sits at approximate coordinates 37.9967 latitude and -88.9201 longitude within Illinois. The terrain and natural features around Benton, Illinois reflect those typical of its part of the United States, 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, Illinois is a populated place in Illinois, the United States. 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, Illinois a distinct local character shaped by surrounding communities and shared services.