Missouri

Benton

19,394
2020 population
1840
first census record
19
census records

About Benton

Benton, Missouri, first appears in the United States federal census in 1840, when it recorded a population of 4,205. At the most recent census, in 2020, its population stood at 19,394.

The county's recorded population has risen across the decades to its highest level in 2020.

On the ground today, 4 documented military engagements have been recorded within the county, among them Warsaw Skirmish (Benton County), Cole Camp Skirmish, Skirmish at Warsaw, Missouri, and 4 places are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Population by decade

Census YearPopulationChart
202019,394
201019,056
200017,180
199013,859
198012,183
19709,695
19608,737
19509,080
194011,142
193011,708
192012,989
191014,881
190016,556
189014,973
188012,396
187011,322
18609,072
18505,015
18404,205
Source

Population data from the United States decennial census, U.S. Census Bureau (public domain).

Battles & engagements in Benton

Military engagements that took place in Benton, Missouri.

Warsaw Skirmish (Benton County)
1861
Cole Camp Skirmish
1861
Skirmish at Warsaw, Missouri
1863
Skirmish at Milford, Missouri
1864

Historic places in Benton

National Register of Historic Places listings in Benton, Missouri.

Rodgers Shelter Archeological Site
Fristoe
Central Cole Camp Historic District
Cole Camp
Upper Bridge
Warsaw
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Frequently asked about Benton

When does Benton first appear in the US census?
Benton, Missouri first appears in the federal census in 1840, with a recorded population of 4,205.
What is the population of Benton?
At the most recent federal census (2020), Benton had a recorded population of 19,394.
Were any battles fought in Benton?
4 documented military engagements took place in Benton, including Warsaw Skirmish (Benton County), Cole Camp Skirmish, Skirmish at Warsaw, Missouri.
How many historic places are in Benton?
4 sites are listed on the National Register of Historic Places in Benton, Missouri.
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