Living in Benton County, Missouri

Benton County is a county in Missouri with a population of around 18,670. The main communities are Warsaw, Lincoln, Cole Camp.

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 45°F) and hot summers (highs around 86°F). Mountains are 1-3 hours away. Natural hazard risks include hurricane risk, tornado risk and wildfire risk.

Demographics

Benton County has older demographics, with a median age of 54 and a predominantly working-class population (13% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.