Benton, Louisiana
presidential history
Presidential margin, 2004–2024
Democratic minus Republican, by election
| Year | Margin (D minus R) |
|---|---|
| 2004 | −2.7% |
| 2008 | −4.6% |
| 2012 | −1.8% |
| 2016 | −21.1% |
| 2020 | −18.7% |
| 2024 | −18.5% |
DemocraticRepublican
6 presidential elections
| Year | Won | Democratic | Republican | Other | Margin | Swing | vs U.S. | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| R | 39.5%Harris364 | 58.0%Trump534 | 2.5% | R+18.5 | D+0.2 | R+17.0 | 921 | |
| R | 39.5%Biden349 | 58.1%Trump514 | 2.4% | R+18.7 | D+2.4 | R+23.1 | 884 | |
| R | 38.3%Clinton349 | 59.3%Trump541 | 2.4% | R+21.1 | R+19.2 | R+23.1 | 912 | |
| R | 48.5%Obama423 | 50.3%Romney439 | 1.3% | R+1.8 | D+2.7 | R+5.7 | 873 | |
| R | 46.7%Obama450 | 51.3%McCain494 | 2.0% | R+4.6 | R+1.9 | R+11.8 | 963 | |
| R | 47.7%Kerry430 | 50.3%Bush454 | 2.0% | R+2.7 | — | R+0.2 | 902 |
Benton sits in the Gulf South. In 2024 it voted Republican.
Across the recorded series it reached a Republican high of 21.1 points in 2016. The 2024 margin was 18.5 points.
A population of 2,548, a 45% non-Hispanic-white share, and a median household income of $58,143 describe the city.
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Frequently asked questions
How did Benton, Louisiana vote in 2024?
In 2024, Benton, Louisiana voted Republican by 18.5 points (R+18.5), carried by the Republican candidate. Out of 921 votes cast, 364 went Democratic and 534 went Republican.
How many people live in Benton, Louisiana?
Benton, Louisiana has a population of 2,548 according to the 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates from the US Census Bureau.
What is the median household income in Benton, Louisiana?
Median household income in Benton, Louisiana is $58,143 — below the national median of $80,734. The Louisiana state median is $60,756.
What is the political history of Benton, Louisiana?
Akashic tracks 6 presidential elections in Benton, Louisiana from 2004 to 2024. Of those, 0 went Democratic and 6 went Republican.