Benbrook has a total civilian labor force (1/07) of 14,370 and Tarrant Co. has a total civilian labor force (1/07) of 869,381. Benbrook has a non-union labor force. The median age in Benbrook is 39.2 years of age and the median age in Tarrant County is 32.3 years of age. The median housing value for Benbrook is $91,100 (2000 census) and the median housing value for Tarrant Co. is $72,300.

For additional statistics check out these sites:
Bureau of Labor Statistics
US Census Bureau
North Central Texas Council of Governments

Public Safety

Benbrook is consistently in the top three safest environments in the Metroplex area with one of the lowest crime rates in Tarrant County and the State of Texas.

Number of Police: 40
Number of Firemen: 41
Fire Insurance ISO Rating: 4
CRS Floodplain Mgmt. Rating: 6
911 system in operation

For more information, please visit Benbrook Police Department's web site.

City Government

Benbrook is governed by the Council-Manager form of government with 7 elected at-large members of City Council.

2009-2010 Operating Budget: $14,873,927
Total Debt Service: $1,239,474