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Census Bureau: More women than men in Benton in 2020

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Of the 28 people living in Benton in 2020, 53.6 percent (15) were women and 46.4 percent (13) were men, according to U.S. Census Bureau data obtained by the South Iowa News.

Males 18 and over outnumbered females in the same age group by 1. In the 65 and over age range, there were 11 females and eight males.

An agency of the U.S. Federal Statistical System, the Census Bureau is responsible for compiling statistical facts about the American people, places and economy. Data for this story was compiled from the bureau's American Community Survey. Information from the survey helps to determine how federal and state funds are distributed.

Benton's population by sex

Sex and age rangeEstimated numberPercent of total
Males 18 and over517.9
Females 18 and over414.3
Males 65 and over828.6
Females 65 and over1139.3

Source: US Census Bureau

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