Benton Population 2026
Benton has a population of 34,177, making it the #1336 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Arkansas. It is about 258× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
34,177
Rank in United States
#1336
Coordinates
34.56°N, 92.59°W
~124 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,465 km
910 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Arkansas
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Little Rock | 202,591 | #118 |
| Fort Smith | 88,194 | #388 |
| Fayetteville | 82,830 | #435 |
| Springdale | 77,859 | #472 |
| Jonesboro | 73,907 | #515 |
| North Little Rock | 66,504 | #588 |
| Conway | 64,980 | #609 |
| Rogers | 63,159 | #635 |
Cities near Benton
- Bryant19,986 people · ~10 km away
- Little Rock202,591 people · ~34 km away
- North Little Rock66,504 people · ~37 km away
- Maumelle17,931 people · ~38 km away
- Sherwood30,517 people · ~43 km away
- Hot Springs35,635 people · ~43 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Benton?
Benton has a population of 34,177 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1336 biggest city in United States.
What state is Benton in?
Benton is located in Arkansas, United States.
Is Benton the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,465 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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