Where is Benton, Illinois

Benton is a city in southern Illinois and serves as the county seat of Franklin County. Located near Interstate 57, it lies about 30 miles east of Carbondale and 90 miles southeast of St. Louis. Benton is known for its historic downtown, nearby Rend Lake, and its role as a regional center for commerce, government, and outdoor recreation.

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About Map: The map shows the location of Benton in Franklin County, in the U.S. state of Illinois.

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Where is Benton Located?

Benton is a city located in Franklin County, Illinois, the United States. The city lies in southern Illinois along Interstate 57 and Illinois Route 14, approximately 20 miles (32 km) south of Mount Vernon, 30 miles (48 km) east of Carbondale, and about 90 miles (145 km) southeast of St. Louis, Missouri. Benton is located at 37.9964° North latitude and 88.9209° West longitude. According to the 2020 United States Census, the city had a population of 6,709. Benton covers approximately 5.53 square miles (14.32 sq km). The city is recognized for its proximity to Rend Lake, outdoor recreation, local history, and as the governmental center of Franklin County.

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Distance from Benton, IL to Nearby Cities

• West Frankfort, IL – 10 miles (16 km)
• Mount Vernon, IL – 20 miles (32 km)
• Marion, IL – 20 miles (32 km)
• Herrin, IL – 23 miles (37 km)
• Carterville, IL – 24 miles (39 km)
• Carbondale, IL – 30 miles (48 km)
• Du Quoin, IL – 24 miles (39 km)
• Salem, IL – 40 miles (64 km)
• Harrisburg, IL – 37 miles (60 km)
• Murphysboro, IL – 37 miles (60 km)
• Centralia, IL – 43 miles (69 km)
• Paducah, KY – 62 miles (100 km)
• Cape Girardeau, MO – 66 miles (106 km)
• Evansville, IN – 84 miles (135 km)
• St. Louis, MO – 92 miles (148 km)
• Poplar Bluff, MO – 97 miles (156 km)
• Owensboro, KY – 108 miles (174 km)
• Springfield, IL – 156 miles (251 km)
• Louisville, KY – 183 miles (295 km)
• Nashville, TN – 182 miles (293 km)

Top Attractions in Benton

• Rend Lake
• Wayne Fitzgerrell State Recreation Area
• Franklin County Jail Museum
• Franklin County Courthouse
• Benton City Park
• Rend Lake Golf Course
• South Marcum Recreation Area
• Rend Lake Visitor Center
• Benton Civic Center
• Lake Hamilton Recreation Area

Airports Near Benton

• Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois (MWA) – 22 miles (35 km)
• Williamson County Regional Airport (MWA) – 22 miles (35 km)
• Southern Illinois Airport (MDH) – 34 miles (55 km)
• Barkley Regional Airport (PAH) – 66 miles (106 km)
• MidAmerica St. Louis Airport (BLV) – 81 miles (130 km)

Sources:

Population and area data sourced from the United States Census Bureau (2020 Census). General city information referenced from the Official City of Benton Website.

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