Benson, Arizona

Benson is a city in Cochise County, Arizona, United States. As of the 2010 census, the population of the city was 5,105. It was founded as a rail terminal for the area, and located approximately 45 miles (72 km) east-southeast of the city of Tucson.

Benson, Arizona
Benson Visitor Center, replica of former Benson Southern Pacific Railroad Station (2024)
Location within Cochise County and Arizona
Detailed map of Benson
Coordinates: 31°57′20″N 110°18′24″W
CountryUnited States
StateArizona
CountyCochise
Founded1880
Government
  TypeCouncil-manager
  MayorJoe A. Konrad
  City ManagerVicki L. Vivian
Area
  Total41.69 sq mi (107.97 km2)
  Land41.64 sq mi (107.84 km2)
  Water0.05 sq mi (0.13 km2)
Elevation
3,586 ft (1,093 m)
Population
 (2020)
  Total5,355
  Density130/sq mi (50/km2)
Time zoneUTC-7 (MST (no daylight saving time))
ZIP code
85602
Area code520
FIPS code04-05770
GNIS ID1248
Websitebensonaz.gov
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