Benton, Illinois
Benton is a city in Franklin County, Illinois, with an estimated population of 6,598 in 2023. It sits at 38.0132, -88.9173 in the America/Chicago time zone.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Place name | Benton |
| Type | city |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Franklin County |
| Population (2023 est.) | 6,598 |
| Land area | 5.49 sq mi (14.22 km²) |
| Coordinates | 38.0132, -88.9173 |
| Time zone | America/Chicago |
| ZIP codes | 62812 |
ZIP codes and area codes for Benton
Benton covers 1 ZIP code: 62812. Browse all ZIP codes in Illinois for the full list.
Where is Benton?
Benton is located in Illinois, in Franklin County. The coordinates above can be pasted directly into any map service. The nearest indexed places are listed below, which is a useful check when two states share a place name.
Nearby places
West City 3 km · ILBuckner 9 km · ILHanaford 10 km · ILEwing 10 km · ILValier 11 km · ILOrient 12 km · ILWest Frankfort 13 km · ILChristopher 13 km · IL
Other places in Franklin County
West Frankfort 7,145Christopher 2,637Sesser 1,857Zeigler 1,468Royalton 1,043West City 641Valier 545North City 502Thompsonville 480Buckner 399
Frequently asked questions
What county is Benton, IL in?
Benton is in Franklin County, Illinois.
What is the population of Benton, IL?
The 2023 Census Bureau estimate is 6,598.
What time zone is Benton in?
Benton is in the America/Chicago time zone.