Benson, MN Cost of Living


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United States / Minnesota / No Metro Area / Swift County / Benson / Zip Codes
How much do I need to live in Benson, Minnesota?
$2,250 / month
for a family, 58.3% less expensive than the national average A total of $27,000 for the year for a family.
$2,033 / month
for a single person, 57.4% less expensive than the national average A total of $24,400 for the year for a single person.

Benson cost of living score
70.9
Less expensive
29.1% lower
than the US average
27.1% lower
than the Minnesota average
Benson, Minnesota gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 70.9, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 29.1% lower than the U.S. average and 27.1% higher than the average for Minnesota.

Benson, MN

Housing costs in Benson?
A typical home costs $140,300, which is 58.5% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 54.7% less expensive than the average Minnesota home, at $309,500. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Benson costs $800 per month, which is 44.1% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 55.0% cheaper than the state average of $1,240.

Can I afford Benson?
To live comfortably in Benson, Minnesota, a minimum annual income of $27,000 for a family, and $24,400 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Benson?
The cost of living in Benson, MN is quite reasonable compared to other cities and towns in the area. Rent prices tend to be very affordable, with the average one-bedroom apartment costing around $500 a month. Other basic necessities like groceries, utilities, and transportation are also very reasonable. In addition, taxes tend to be lower than other areas of the state due to Benson's low population. All in all, Benson is an excellent place for those who want to live comfortably on a budget.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesBensonMinnesotaUnited States
    Unlock97.2100.0
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  40.2  Unlock100.0
    Unlock$309,500$338,100
  93.7  Unlock100.0
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  76.7  Unlock100.0

   100=National Average

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