Benton County, IA Cost of Living


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Benton cost of living score
82.1
Less expensive
17.9% lower
than the US average
2.5% higher
than the Iowa average
Benton I County, Iowa gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 82.1, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 17.9% lower than the U.S. average and 2.5% lower than the average for Iowa.

Benton County, IA

Housing costs in Benton?
A typical home costs $203,500, which is 39.8% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 4.4% more expensive than the average Iowa home, at $194,900. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Benton costs $800 per month, which is 44.1% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 16.3% cheaper than the state average of $930.

Can I afford Benton?
To live comfortably in Benton I County, Iowa, a minimum annual income of $38,880 for a family, and $24,000 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Benton?
Benton, IA County offers an affordable cost of living when compared to the national average. The cost of living in Benton, IA County is 82.1, which is significantly lower than the US average cost of living, which is 100. This makes living in Benton, IA County a much more attractive and economical option for those interested in relocating to the area. Additionally, the median house value in Benton, IA County is $203,500 which is much lower than the US average house value of $338,100 - making it an even more inviting prospect for potential homeowners.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesBentonIowaUnited States
  82.180.1100.0
  95.994.4100
  102.4108.2100.0
  55.255.4100.0
  $203,500$194,900$338,100
  99.6%98.5%100.0%
  79.471.4100.0
  101.996.3100.0

   100=National Average

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