Benton, KY vs Owenton, KY

Owenton is moderately more affordable than Benton, with a 13.1% lower cost of living index. Benton scores 71 compared to 62 for Owenton, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Benton can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Benton is $839/month compared to $664/month in Owenton — a 26% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Owenton is more affordable at $124,300 median vs $159,600.

Median household income in Benton is $63,368 compared to $52,121 in Owenton (+21.6%). While Benton is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Benton spend roughly 15.9% of their income on rent, more than the 15.3% in Owenton.