Introduction


  
  Community Information

Population

Total Population 5,466
Population Density 153 Persons/Sq. Mile
Female Population 2,834
Male Population 2,632
Median Age 51.16 Years
Percentage Population Change since 1990 93%
Percentage Population Change Since 2000 0%

Colleges

Nearest 2-Year Public College COCHISE COLLEGE
Distance to COCHISE COLLEGE 27 Miles
Nearest 4-Year Public College UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX SOUTHERN AZ
Distance to UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX SOUTHERN AZ 40 Miles

Households and Income

Total Number of Households 2,483
Family Households 1,465
Average Family Size 2.9
Average Household Income $50,591
Median Household Income $34,516
Percentage Income Change Since 1990 93%
Percentage Income Change Since 2000 0%

Crime Rates Compared to National Average

The National Average is designated 1.0 - A value of 2.0 represents twice as much risk while a value of 0.5 represents half as much risk.
Total Crime Risk 0.86
Total Crime Risk (County) 0.90
Personal Crime Risk (County) 0.51
Murder Risk (County) 0.76
Rape Risk (County) 0.43
Robbery Risk 0.27
Assault Risk (County) 0.69
Property Risk (County) 1.05
Burglary Risk (County) 1.12
Larceny Risk (County) 1.11
Motor Vehicle Theft Risk (County) 1.18

Environment

Average July High Temperature 95.4° F
Average January Low Temperature 28.7° F
Annual Precipitation 14.21 inches
Air Pollution Index 101% of National Average

Miscellaneous

Sales Tax Rate 8.6%
Nearest Airport TUCSON INTL
Distance to TUCSON INTL 39 Miles
Nearest Major Sports Team TUCSON SIDEWINDERS (AAA)
Distance to TUCSON SIDEWINDERS (AAA) 40 Miles

  
  School Information
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School NameGradesAddress
BENSON MIDDLE SCHOOL5 - 8500 S PATAGONIA STREET, BENSON, AZ 85602
SAN PEDRO VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL9 - 12360 S PATAGONIA ST, BENSON, AZ 85602
SAN PEDRO VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL9 - 12370 S HUACHUCA ST, BENSON, AZ 85602
BENSON HIGH SCHOOL9 - 12107 W 7TH ST, BENSON, AZ 85602
BENSON PRIMARY SCHOOLK - 5200 W UNION ST, BENSON, AZ 85602
VISIONS UNLIMITED ACADEMYK - 81275 E BARNEY LN, BENSON, AZ 85602
FULL GOSPEL ASSEMBLY SCHOOLK - 12151 WALKER ST, BENSON, AZ 85602
NEW WEST SCHOOLK - 1298 N OAK DR, BENSON, AZ 85602
 
  Neighborhood Establishments

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Type of BusinessNameAddress
BANKSBANK OF AMERICA149 W 4TH ST BENSON, AZ 85602
BANKSNATIONAL BANK OF ARIZONA555 W 4TH ST BENSON, AZ 85602
GOLFSAN PEDRO GOLF COURSE926 N MADISON AVE BENSON, AZ 85602
GOLFTURQUOISE HILLS FAMILY GOLF800 E COUNTRY CLUB RD BENSON, AZ 85602
HOSPITALSBENSON HOSPITAL450 S OCOTILLO AVE BENSON, AZ 85602
ART AND MUSEUMSBENSON MUSEUM180 S SAN PEDRO ST BENSON, AZ 85602



  Recent Home Sale Data ( click to expand )
 

Previous quarter's home sale average by Zip Code. Click zip code to view homes for sale.
 Total SoldMedian PriceAverage Price
85602216$142,000$163,923
Displaying 1-10 of 16 in $5-200k range
10 acres with site built home, fenced and cross fenced -about 2 acres irrigated. Good site bult home. Room for large garden. Approx 2 acres of tall, mature mesquite trees. Room for another home nestled in the trees. 2 RV hookups. Ford farm tractor with loader, gannon 11hp Troybuilt rototiller, mantis cultivator -all included!
 598 W Alamo Ln
 Benson, AZ 85602
 1 bedrooms view property details > 
 1 bathrooms
$199,000

Stunning custom built Fenn home! 3br, 2ba, many upgrades. Great room with beautiful fireplace to cozy up to, after having dinner that was prepared in the spacious kitchen! Large pantry, island and computer desk. Formal dining room. Relax under the covered front and back porches. Enjoy the views and beautiful green lawn, trees and mature landscaping. Fenced with room for RV and garden. Fenced dog run. You will have everything you need here!
 1227 E Colony Dr
 Benson, AZ 85602
 3 bedrooms view property details > 
 2 bathrooms
$199,000

Lovingly redecorated, refinished & renovated split floor plan home w/ new heat pump, new shingled roof as of June 2008, fresh paint, new carpet & vinyl, ceilings fans, etc. Hang your saddle here! Room for horses & relaxed country living on these four horse perfect acres w/ room for corrals, arenas -WHATEVER! Stunning mountain views and spectacular sunset views from your front porch. OWNER WILL CARRY; LEASE PURCHASE.
 2380 E Gingerbread Ln
 Benson, AZ 85602
 3 bedrooms view property details > 
 2 bathrooms
$165,000

Astronomer's dream! Dark skies and 360 degree views from this hilltop haven! Large workshop storage, private well.
 24261 E Chickasha Tr
 Benson, AZ 85602
 3 bedrooms view property details > 
 2 bathrooms
$160,000

 275 N Dorothy Ave
 Benson, AZ 85602
 2 bedrooms view property details > 
 2 bathrooms
$142,230

Lovely, well maintained home on almost an acre! 2004 Fleetwood 2x6 construction. Beautiful mountain views in a site built neighborhood. Horses are allowed. Large fenced in backyard. Only 20 minute drive to Tucson. A must see!
 3210 W Covenant Ln
 Benson, AZ 85602
 3 bedrooms view property details > 
 2 bathrooms
$130,000

GET THIS HOME WITH ZERO DOWN! Seller to pay 3% down & 3% of closing costs with acceptable offer. Completely remodeled inside & out 4bdrm 2ba great rm & split bdrm plan. EVERYTHING NEW: paint, ceramic tile & carpet through out, granite counters, kitchen cabinets, sinks, fixtures & appliances, tiled bath counters- This outstanding buy has ALL NEW concrete foundation w/tie downs & Hardie Board siding. New wood front porch.
 25235 E Comanche Tr
 Benson, AZ 85602
 4 bedrooms view property details > 
 2 bathrooms
$129,900

Very nice large manufactured home with four bedrooms and two baths. This home is located on almost an acre of land, close to town, with many very large, beautiful mesquite trees. Horses allowed.
 1164 E Butterfield Ln
 Benson, AZ 85602
 4 bedrooms view property details > 
 2 bathrooms
$129,900

3 bedroom within city limits. 1150 sq. ft. home with bonus 750 sq. ft. basement. Updated kitchen, ceiling fans in all rooms, dual pane windows. Quiet cul-de-sac and large fenced backyard.
 616 N Circle Dr
 Benson, AZ 85602
 3 bedrooms view property details > 
 1 bathrooms
$128,500

Cozy 3BD & 2Bath on almost 1 acre off paved road! Easy commute to Tucson or Sierra Vista. Close to Hwy & on Mescal water. Many mature fruit trees, fenced yard - A real must see!
 628 N Mescal Rd
 Benson, AZ 85602
 3 bedrooms view property details > 
 2 bathrooms
$124,000
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