Lake Benton, MN Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Lake Benton, Minnesota?
$2,370 / month
for a family, 56.1% less expensive than the national average A total of $28,440 for the year for a family.
$2,200 / month
for a single person, 53.8% less expensive than the national average A total of $26,400 for the year for a single person.

Lake Benton cost of living score
68.8
Less expensive
31.2% lower
than the US average
29.2% lower
than the Minnesota average
Lake Benton, Minnesota gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 68.8, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 31.2% lower than the U.S. average and 29.2% higher than the average for Minnesota.

Lake Benton, MN

Housing costs in Lake Benton?
A typical home costs $147,900, which is 56.3% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 52.2% less expensive than the average Minnesota home, at $309,500. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Lake Benton costs $820 per month, which is 42.7% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 51.2% cheaper than the state average of $1,240.

Can I afford Lake Benton?
To live comfortably in Lake Benton, Minnesota, a minimum annual income of $28,440 for a family, and $26,400 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Lake Benton?
Lake Benton, MN is known for its low cost of living among other small towns in Minnesota. The median home value is approximately $75,000 and the median rent price is only $400, both of which are significantly lower than other Minnesota cities. The cost of food and other necessities such as gas is also relatively inexpensive compared to larger cities. This makes Lake Benton an attractive place to live for those looking for a safe and affordable community to call home.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesLake BentonMinnesotaUnited States
    Unlock97.2100.0
  96.3  Unlock100.0
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  33.5  Unlock100.0
    Unlock$309,500$338,100
  90.0  Unlock100.0
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  79.3  Unlock100.0

   100=National Average

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