Benton County, IN Cost of Living


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Benton cost of living score
76.2
Less expensive
23.8% lower
than the US average
9.0% lower
than the Indiana average
Benton Indi County, Indiana gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 76.2, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 23.8% lower than the U.S. average and 9.0% higher than the average for Indiana.

Benton County, IN

Housing costs in Benton?
A typical home costs $147,600, which is 56.3% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 33.4% less expensive than the average Indiana home, at $221,600. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Benton costs $1,070 per month, which is 25.2% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 8.4% more than the state average of $980.

Can I afford Benton?
To live comfortably in Benton Indi County, Indiana, a minimum annual income of $28,440 for a family, and $36,800 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Benton?
Benton County in Indiana has a lower cost of living than the national average. The median house value is $147,600 compared to the US average of $338,100. This difference in housing prices reflects a lower overall cost of living in Benton County with an index score of 76.2 compared to the US average of 100. In general, living costs in Benton County are much more affordable than most other areas, making it a desirable location for those looking for more affordable housing options.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesBentonIndianaUnited States
  76.283.7100.0
  91.192.9100
  93.494.4100.0
  37.563.8100.0
  $147,600$221,600$338,100
  102.7%97.2%100.0%
  89.085.4100.0
  98.8102.0100.0

   100=National Average

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