Cost of Living in Benton City, WA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
103.9
100 = national avg
+3.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$45,706
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$108,033
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing126.3
Food90.2
Transportation99.4
Healthcare92.2
Utilities99.4
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,268
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,538
per month
The overall cost of living index in Benton City is 103.9, which is 3.9% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 126.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $45,706 per year to cover basic expenses.