Benham

Kentucky · KY

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About Benham

City in Kentucky, United States

1961Established

512Population

0.2 sq miArea

1,591 ftElevation

Benham is a home rule-class city in Harlan County, Kentucky, in the United States. The city was formally incorporated by the General Assembly in 1961. The population was 512 at the 2020 census, up from 500 at the 2010 census.

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September 14–20, 2026·Kentucky · KY

The forecast calls for Mostly Clear.

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Hannah R.

2h · Townwide

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Big thanks to whoever returned my wallet

Left it at the counter and someone turned it in with everything inside. Faith in Benham restored.

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Dave S.

5h · Townwide

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fall cleanup at the park this Saturday

Bring gloves if you have them. Coffee and donuts to start, should wrap up by noon. All ages welcome.

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