Benton County's 2026 population is estimated at 7,444, reflecting a -0.77% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Benton County is the 76th largest county in Mississippi. The 2010 population was 8,696 and has grown -14.4% since 2010.
Overall: 44.5 years
Female: 47.8 years
Male: 41.5 years
There are 5,991 adults, (1,593 of whom are seniors) in Benton County.
Female: 3,868 (51%)
Male: 3,721 (49%)
The racial composition of Benton County includes 60.79% White, 34.47% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for Two or more races, other race, Asian, Native American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 4,613 | 60.79% |
| Black or African American | 2,616 | 34.47% |
| Two or more races | 181 | 2.39% |
| Other race | 147 | 1.94% |
| Asian | 25 | 0.33% |
| Native American | 7 | 0.09% |
Benton County 's average per capita income is $32,743. Household income levels show a median of $46,016. The poverty rate stands at 21.52%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $63,810 | - |
| Families | $59,712 | $70,619 |
| Households | $46,016 | $59,331 |
| Non Families | $20,574 | $35,553 |
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