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Cost of Living in Benton, LA

Population: 2,408 | Louisiana

72
Cost of Living Index
US Average = 100

Benton is 28% less expensive than the national average.

63
Housing
63
Home Values
87
Regional Price

Income

Median Household Income
$59,744
vs US Median ($75,149)
-20%

Housing

Median Rent
$829/mo
Median Home Value
$192,800
Median Monthly Housing Cost
$1,063/mo

Everyday Prices in Benton

BLS Average Prices for the Shreveport-Bossier City, LA (Metropolitan Statistical Area) area

⛽
$2.85
Gasoline (regular)
per gallon
-7% vs US
🥚
$2.33
Eggs (grade A, large)
per dozen
-7% vs US
🥛
$3.74
Milk (whole)
per gallon
-7% vs US
🍞
$1.72
Bread (white)
per lb
-7% vs US
🍗
$3.85
Chicken breast
per lb
-7% vs US
⚡
$0.15
Electricity
per kWh
-22% vs US

Compare Benton With

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79
Galliano
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65
Franklin
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Walker
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Ville Platte
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