Johnston, Iowa vs. Benton, Arkansas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Benton, Arkansas is 12.4% cheaper than Johnston, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $43,821 in Benton, Arkansas to maintain the standard of living you have in Johnston, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Benton, Arkansas is cheaper than Johnston, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
42% cheaper in Benton
than in Johnston, Iowa
Johnston, IA vs. Benton, AR
Compared to Johnston, Benton is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.4% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  5.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  50.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.3% higher
  Commute
  18.5% higher
  Health
  10.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.4% higher