63736, Benton, MO

Benton, Missouri is located in the 63736 zip code. According to the 2010 census, Benton had a population of 9,874. The median household income was $50,912 and the median family income was $60,000. The percentage of families living below the poverty line was 2.5%. Home prices in Benton averaged $128,500 in 2010.

The average home value in Benton increased by 10% from 2009 to 2010 and has increased by an average of 8% from 2000 to 2010. This indicates that there is strong demand for homes in Benton and that home values are likely to continue increasing over time. In addition, Benton has a low unemployment rate (3%) which indicates that there is strong demand for housing among local residents.

One reason why home values are likely to continue increasing in Benton is because of its close proximity to major metropolitan areas such as St Louis and Kansas City. These metropolitan areas have a large number of jobs and are likely to continue growing over time. Additionally, Benton has excellent schools and infrastructure which makes it a desirable place to live overall.