Benton, Wisconsin
Village · Population 986 · #371 in Wisconsin
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About Benton
Benton is a tiny community in southern Wisconsin, home to 986 residents as of the latest Census estimates.
Officially, Benton is an incorporated village, one of the most intimate forms of local government in America. The community covers 0.84 square miles, giving it a balanced suburban layout with room to breathe at roughly 1,174 residents per square mile.
📰 Benton News Today
- Wisconsin alum Nick Herbig discusses NFL journey with Keeanu Benton badgerswire.usatoday.com · Aug 18
- Wisconsin Football, Craig High School alum Keeanu Benton signs historic extension with Steelers WKOW · Aug 17
- Charles J. "Chuck" Wartner Obituary Apr 15, 2026 caseymcnett.com · Apr 15
- Kevin Nehls's Memorial Wall melbyfh.com · Mar 23
- Benton Air Quality Index (AQI) and USA Air Pollution IQAir · Jun 23
Live headlines via Google News — updates through the day.
What Makes Benton Unique
- One of 14 places in the US named Benton — but the Wisconsin one has a character all its own.
- Positioned in southern Wisconsin, convenient to the region's corridors and crossings.
- Part of the fabric of Wisconsin — one of 808 recognized communities statewide.
Why People Love It Here
- Quiet streets and a slower rhythm — the kind of place people move to on purpose.
- Housing dollars stretch further here than in the nearest metro.
- Well connected: 3+ neighboring communities within 8 miles.
🍽️ Where to Eat in Benton
- Road Runner Drive-In
- Thirty West Main Cafe
Local spots mapped by the OpenStreetMap community.
🎡 Fun Things to Do
- Saint Augustine Church
Attractions mapped by the OpenStreetMap community.
🏞️ Parks & Outdoors in Benton
Parks mapped by the OpenStreetMap community · "reviews" opens each park's live Google reviews.
🏫 Schools in Benton
- Benton Elementary
- Benton High
- Benton Middle
Public schools, U.S. Dept. of Education (NCES) 2023–24 directory.
⚡ Quick Facts
StateWisconsin
TypeVillage
Population (2024)986
Rank in state#371 of 607
Land area0.84 sq mi
Density1,174/sq mi
Coordinates42.5700, -90.3834