Marshall County, Kentucky
Benton Real Estate and Local Guide
Benton is the county seat of Marshall County in the Jackson Purchase region of western Kentucky, a small town known for its long-running Tater Day and Big Singing traditions. Ranked Realty pairs verified local data with the agents who know Benton best.
About the area
Living in Benton, KY
Tater Day, held since 1843, is billed as the oldest continuous trade day in the United States.
The housing market
Homes in Benton
- About 78% of housing units are owner-occupied.
- Nearly 79% of housing is single-family homes.
- The median home value is about $159,600.
Landmarks and lifestyle
What makes Benton home
Tater Day Festival
Spring trade day dating to 1843, billed as the oldest continuous trade day in the United States
Big Singing Day
Annual shape-note singing from The Southern Harmony tunebook, held the fourth Sunday in May
Mike Miller County Park
80-acre county park with a 5-acre stocked fishing lake, splash pad, ball fields, and walking trails
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Local facts on this page are verified against public sources as part of the AppWT local-data project. Data reflects the most recent available figures.