Benton
7.6
High score (8-10)
Benton County has no realistic warm case — it's a fishing and hunting community built around Kentucky Lake with almost no infrastructure for social connection beyond existing local networks.
Mid score (6-8) · Your profile
Camden sits on Kentucky Lake and the county's economy tilts toward outdoor recreation for people who already know the place. The lake brings weekend visitors from Nashville and Memphis, primarily for fishing. Kentucky Lake is one of the largest man-made lakes in the US and the recreation traffic is real, but it's seasonal and doesn't create lasting social connections. The year-round community is small, aging, and deeply rooted.
Lower score (below 6)
Benton County is a small, aging rural community built around fishing and hunting culture on Kentucky Lake. There's no college, no major employer drawing outside talent, and the commercial infrastructure in Camden is minimal. The population skews older and has been declining as younger residents leave for Nashville or Memphis. An outsider here is immediately visible in a community that has no mechanism for absorbing newcomers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the median income in Benton, Tennessee?
$24k median
What's the typical marriage age for women in Benton, Tennessee?
Women marry at 26
How common is a college degree in Benton, Tennessee?
15% men have degree
What's the average male height in Benton, Tennessee?
177 cm local avg
What's the average BMI for women in Benton, Tennessee?
Local women avg 29.1