Cost of Living in Benton, AR
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
104.0
100 = national avg
+4.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$45,761
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$108,161
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing103.1
Food103.2
Transportation106.5
Healthcare102.6
Utilities102.5
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$989
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,147
per month
The overall cost of living index in Benton is 104.0, which is 4.0% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 103.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $45,761 per year to cover basic expenses.