Cost of Living in Benton Harbor, MI
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
63.0
100 = national avg
-37.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$27,733
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$65,550
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing65.8
Food72.7
Transportation45.3
Healthcare78.1
Utilities76.8
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$902
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,184
per month
The overall cost of living index in Benton Harbor is 63.0, which is 37.0% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 65.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $27,733 per year to cover basic expenses.