Benton 63 Average
Benton Livability #1,196 ranked city in Pennsylvania#14,996 ranked city in the USARanks better than 48% of areas

Pros and Cons of Living in Benton

PROS
  • Cost Of Living

    The overall cost of living in this area is much lower than average. This includes everyday goods and services, as well as housing, utilities and health care.

  • Housing

    This area has received high scores in the housing category. This could be due to a positive home affordability ratio, high appreciation rates or elevated home values.

  • Schools

    High test scores, elevated graduation rates as well as the conveniently located elementary and high schools in this area have all contributed to the high score in the schools category.

CONS
  • Amenities

    A majority of amenities are not ideally situated within a reasonable walking distance, which may lead residents to rely on a vehicle or public transportation.

  • Commute

    Public transportation is not readily available in this area and the average commute time to work could also be longer than the national average.

  • Employment

    A low score in the employment category could indicate that this area struggles with high unemployment rates and low household income and income per capita levels.

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      Benton transportation information

      Statistic Benton Pennsylvania National
      Average one way commute24min26min26min
      Workers who drive to work77.2%76.5%76.4%
      Workers who carpool5.6%8.5%9.3%
      Workers who take public transit0.0%5.6%5.1%
      Workers who bicycle0.0%0.5%0.6%
      Workers who walk4.5%3.8%2.8%
      Working from home12.7%4.2%4.6%
      Source: The Benton, PA data and statistics displayed above are derived from the United States Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).