Zip 71006 (Benton, LA) Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Benton, Louisiana?
$5,010 / month
for a family, 7.2% less expensive than the national average A total of $60,120 for the year for a family.
$3,167 / month
for a single person, 33.6% less expensive than the national average A total of $38,000 for the year for a single person.

Benton cost of living score
84.9
Less expensive
15.1% lower
than the US average
5.6% lower
than the Louisiana average
Benton (zip 71006), Louisiana gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 84.9, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 15.1% lower than the U.S. average and 5.6% higher than the average for Louisiana.

Zip 71006 (Benton, LA)

Housing costs in Benton?
A typical home costs $313,700, which is 7.2% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 69.8% more expensive than the average Louisiana home, at $184,800. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Benton costs $1,110 per month, which is 11.0% more than the national average of $1,000 and 9.0% more than the state average of $1,010.

Can I afford Benton?
To live comfortably in Benton (zip 71006), Louisiana, a minimum annual income of $60,120 for a family, and $38,000 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Benton?
The cost of living in 71006 Benton, LA is slightly higher than the national average. According to BestPlaces.net, the cost of living index for this area is 103.1 compared to the U.S. average of 100. This means that it typically costs 3.1% more to live in 71006 Benton, LA than it does in other parts of the country. The median house price for this zip code is $156,400 and the median rent is $1,171 per month making it a relatively affordable place to live when compared to other areas with similar amenities and attractions.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesBentonLouisianaUnited States
    Unlock89.9100.0
  97.3  Unlock100.0
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  93.6  Unlock100.0
    Unlock$184,800$338,100
  88.9  Unlock100.0
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  98.2  Unlock100.0

   100=National Average

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