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Benton Charter Township is a charter township of Berrien County in the U.S. state of Michigan. As of the 2020 census, the population was 14,374. 

The township was established on March 11, 1837, and was named after Thomas Hart Benton, a U.S. senator from Missouri. It remained attached to St. Joseph Township for administrative purposes until 1841. The commune of the House of David was located in the township. In 1967, the Benton Harbor Fruit Market, established in 1860 in Benton Harbor, moved to the township. The Benton Harbor city limits have since then been extended to include the market.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 32.8 square miles (85.0 km2), of which 32.4 square miles (83.8 km2) is land and 0.46 square miles (1.2 km2), or 1.36%, is water. 

The township is in the northwest portion of the county, with Lake Michigan to the west in the north of the township and Benton Harbor to the west in the south of the township. St. Joseph and St. Joseph Charter Township lie to the southwest. Hagar Township is to the north, Coloma Charter Township to the northeast, Bainbridge Township is to the east, Pipestone Township is to the southeast, and Sodus Township and Royalton Township are to the south. 

I-94 traverses the township diagonally from northeast to southwest. The southern terminus of I-196 is at the junction with I-94. US 31 follows parts of I-196, I-94, Napier Avenue, and all of the completed portion of the St. Joseph Valley Parkway within the township. M-139 lies in the southwest of the township and runs from I-94 to a junction with Business Loop I-94 just east of Benton Harbor (the southbound direction begins on the Benton Harbor–Benton Township border).

Benton places a strong emphasis on health and wellness for its residents. Serenity Spa & Salon provides a tranquil retreat with massages, facials, and holistic therapies. Anytime Fitness offers 24/7 access to state-of-the-art equipment and personalized training programs. The Collective hosts classes focusing on core strength, flexibility, and mindfulness. Fully Alive Family Chiropractic specializes in spinal health, pain relief, and overall wellness with a range of chiropractic services. Planet Fitness promotes a judgment-free environment with a wide array of exercise equipment and group fitness classes. Spectrum Health Lakeland offers comprehensive health services, including wellness check-ups and preventive care programs.  The Woods Fitness Park offers comprehensive fitness services including group classes and personal training.  

The top sites in Benton Charter Township, MI are Jean Klock Park, Sarett Nature Center, Rocky Gap Park

Population: 14,374 (2020). ZIP Codes: 49022, 49126. Area codes: 269. Elevation: 633 ft (193 m). Area: 32.8 sq mi (85.0 km2).

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What are the demographics of Benton Charter Township, MI?

With 14,121 people, Benton Charter Township is the 148th most populated city in the state of Michigan out of 1,520 cities. The largest Benton Charter township racial/ethnic groups are Black (48.9%) followed by White (38.0%) and Hispanic (8.2%). In 2022, the median household income of Benton Charter Township households was $36,239. Benton Charter Township households made slightly more than Newton Township households ($36,125) and Big Rapids households ($36,058). However, 31.6% of Benton Charter Township families live in poverty.

Is Benton Charter Township, MI a good place to live?

Benton Charter Township is in Berrien County. Living in Benton Charter Township offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Benton Charter Township there are a lot of parks. Many families live in Benton Charter Township and residents tend to lean liberal.

What county is Benton Charter Township, MI?

Benton Charter Township is a charter township of Berrien County in the U.S. state of Michigan. As of the 2020 census, the population was 14,374.  The township was established on March 11, 1837, and was named after Thomas Hart Benton, a U.S. senator from Missouri. It remained attached to St. Joseph Township for administrative purposes until 1841. The commune of the House of David was located in the township.

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Wikipedia

Benton Charter Township

Michigan Demographics

Niche

Jean Klock Park

Sarett Nature Center

Rocky Gap Park

Serenity Spa & Salon

Anytime Fitness

The Collective

Fully Alive Family Chiropractic

Planet Fitness

Spectrum Health Lakeland

The Woods Fitness Park

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