Benton is an unincorporated community in Benton Township, Elkhart County, Indiana.
History
Benton was platted in 1832. It was named in honor of politician Thomas Hart Benton.
The railroad was built through Benton in 1892. A post office was established at Benton in 1835, and remained in operation until it was discontinued in 1963.
Demographics
The United States Census Bureau delineated Benton as a census designated place in the 2022 American Community Survey.
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