Cost of Living in Benton, MO
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
111.0
100 = national avg
+11.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$48,842
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$115,444
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing98.0
Food113.2
Transportation126.4
Healthcare110.6
Utilities107.5
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$709
per month
2 Bedroom
$930
per month
The overall cost of living index in Benton is 111.0, which is 11.0% above the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 98.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $48,842 per year to cover basic expenses.