Benton County, WA Cost of Living


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Benton cost of living score
100.5
More expensive
0.5% higher
than the US average
17.6% lower
than the Washington average
Benton Washing County, Washington gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 100.5, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 0.5% higher than the U.S. average and 17.6% higher than the average for Washington.

Benton County, WA

Housing costs in Benton?
A typical home costs $412,500, which is 22.0% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 22.9% less expensive than the average Washington home, at $534,700. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Benton costs $1,190 per month, which is 16.8% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 45.4% cheaper than the state average of $1,730.

Can I afford Benton?
To live comfortably in Benton Washing County, Washington, a minimum annual income of $79,200 for a family, and $38,400 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Benton?
Benton, WA County is an attractive place to live due to its relatively low cost of living. According to the data, the cost of living in Benton County is 100.5, which is slightly higher than the national average of 100. This affordable cost of living makes it an ideal location for people looking for a comfortable lifestyle without breaking the bank. In addition, the median house value in Benton County is $412,500 which is substantially higher than the US average of $338,100. This indicates that real estate values are more attractive in Benton County than elsewhere in the country.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesBentonWashingtonUnited States
  100.5121.9100.0
  100.7101.1100
  86.588.8100.0
  125.5172.8100.0
  $412,500$534,700$338,100
  80.5%74.0%100.0%
  83.6113.6100.0
  134.9113.3100.0

   100=National Average

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