The United States Department of Agriculture has rated the natural amenities of this region. On a scale of one to seven, Benton county is rated a 2. The average temperature during the month of June is 70.2℉ and the average temperature in January is 8.9℉. The typical humidity of this area is approximately 56% and the area covered by water is 1.14%. The overall influence score for Benton is 2.
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Benton County, Minnesota is located in the central part of the state, and has a population of 38,876 as of 2020. The county's median household income is $59,939, and the median home value is $171,800.
The majority of Benton County is rural and agricultural, with corn, soybeans, and dairy farming being the major industries. In addition to farming, there are also several small towns in the county with a mix of businesses and services.
The majority of Benton County residents are white (95.5%), followed by Black or African American (1.7%), Hispanic or Latino (1.7%), Asian (0.7%), and Native American (0.3%). Over 92% of the population has a high school diploma or higher, and over 30% have a bachelor's degree or higher.
Benton County has a low crime rate and is considered to be a safe place to live with good schools and ample recreational opportunities.
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