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About Benson, NC

Benson, NC is located on the eastern side of Johnston County at the crossroads of I-95 and I-40. The small town has a population of 3,600 and lies halfway between New York City and Miami. The Benson Museum of Local History can be found on Main Street. Within the museum is history where one can find many old artifacts and learn more about the small town's history.

Events and Festivals

Every year on the last weekend of September crowds of nearly 50,000 people come to Benson to celebrate Johnston County's largest annual festival, Benson Mule Days. Mule Days began in 1950 as a celebration of harvest to honor the mule for its hard work. The three-day festival consists of rodeos, beauty pageants, a parade, dances, bluegrass music, and more. Benson also holds one of the oldest festivals in the state of North Carolina every June, The State Annual Singing Convention, a gospel singing and entertainment competition. Both festivals are held downtown at The Benson Singing Grove, a two acre park and venue which also holds summer movie nights and concerts. Downtown Benson is home to 100 local stores, eateries, and historic landmarks.

Places to check out

Benson takes pride in its locally famous barbecue spot. The Redneck BBQ Lab is known for their freshly cooked brisket, pulled pork, ribs, turkey, and chicken, along with traditional country sides. The owners are members of the Redneck Scientific Competition BBQ team and are dedicated to serving only the best. They have created an award winning sauce that can be purchased in the store. On the weekends, locals enjoy playing trivia and music bingo at the Fainting Goat Brewery. If you prefer to sit back and sip fine muscadine wines, visit Gregory Vineyards. The Broadslab Distillery offers a tasting room, a bar and gift shop. Visitors can go on a 1 hour tour of the distillery and learn about their all natural, handcrafted premium products, and receive free shot glasses and tasting of products. The Barn at Broadslab serves as an elegant yet southern-rustic venue for special events including weddings. Bring family and friends to Smith's Nursery, Farm Market and Garden Center where they specialize in growing nursery plants, strawberries, and greenhouse vegetables. Inside at the Ice Cream & Coffee Shack you'll find cute pots, gift items, fresh bread and dairy, along with seasonal vegetables, meats and tasty treats.

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Benson Listings Summary

Benson - Town vs. County Stats

Avg Price in Benson: $476,300 / County Avg $436,500

109%

Avg Taxes in Benson: $3,400 / County Avg $2,700

130%

Avg Sq. Ft. in Benson: 2,428 / County Avg 2,254

108%

Avg Price per/sqft in Benson:$196 / County Avg $194

101%

Avg Year Built in Benson: 2018 / County Avg 2012

100%

Avg Days on Website in Benson: 115 / County Avg 103

112%