Cost of Living in Benton, LA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
91.3
100 = national avg
-8.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$40,170
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$94,948
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing86.9
Food95.7
Transportation91.3
Healthcare96.5
Utilities94.8
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$982
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,111
per month
The overall cost of living index in Benton is 91.3, which is 8.7% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 86.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $40,170 per year to cover basic expenses.