Benson, IL Cost of Living


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Benson cost of living score
84.4
Less expensive
15.6% lower
than the US average
9.9% lower
than the Illinois average
Benson, Illinois gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 84.4, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 15.6% lower than the U.S. average and 9.9% higher than the average for Illinois.

Benson, IL

Housing costs in Benson?
A typical home costs $125,100, which is 63.0% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 48.2% less expensive than the average Illinois home, at $241,700. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Benson costs $820 per month, which is 42.7% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 53.7% cheaper than the state average of $1,260.

Can I afford Benson?
To live comfortably in Benson, Illinois, a minimum annual income of $24,120 for a family, and $25,600 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Benson?
The cost of living in Benson, IL is quite reasonable. While the cost of housing is slightly higher than the national average, other costs such as groceries and utilities are well below the national average. This makes it a great place for young families who are looking to stretch their hard-earned dollars. Overall, Benson offers a good quality of life without breaking the bank.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesBensonIllinoisUnited States
  84.493.7100.0
  93.294100
  112.196.9100.0
  32.980.2100.0
  $125,100$241,700$338,100
  99.7%97.7%100.0%
  91.4106.2100.0
  137.9107.8100.0

   100=National Average

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