Living in Benton County, Indiana

Benton County is a county in Indiana with a population of around 8,681, part of the Lafayette, IN MSA metro area. The main communities are Talbot, Fowler, Oxford.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,631/month, above the national average, with a median home price of around $168K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 1.9%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings cold winters (highs around 37°F) and warm summers (highs around 81°F). Natural hazard risks include hurricane risk and tornado risk.

Demographics

Benton County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 41 and a predominantly working-class population (16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.