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Cost of Living Comparison 2026

๐Ÿ“ Benton, AR โ€” ZIP-level rent data ยท COL adjusted from Memphis, TN area

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You'd spend $2.6K/month more in Denver, CO

$150.0K in your current city equals $181.5K in Denver, CO

Rent data from HUD ZIP-level estimates ยท COL index from Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway, AR area
Overall Cost
โ†‘ 35.0%
More expensive
Monthly Impact
$2,628
Extra cost
Annual Impact
$31.5K
Per year

Based on monthly living costs (rent, groceries, utilities, transport, healthcare). Home purchase prices shown separately below.

Benton, AR

Population:38K
Cost Index:100
Median Home:$200K

Denver, CO

Population:716K
Cost Index:135
Median Home:$513K

Benton, AR

The Natural State

38K
Population
State Tax
Yes

Located in Arkansas, this city has a population of 38K residents.

Denver, CO

The Centennial State

716K
Population
State Tax
Yes
Climate
Semi-arid

Notable Facts

  • โ€ขMile-high city (5,280 ft)
  • โ€ขOutdoor recreation hub
  • โ€ขMajor cannabis market

Major Industries

AerospaceTechnologyEnergyTourism

Cost Breakdown by Category

Annual spending: Benton, AR vs Denver, CO

๐Ÿ Housing
โ†‘ 106.5%
Benton, AR
$1,573
Denver, CO
$3,248
Difference
$1,676
more
๐Ÿš—Transportation
โ†‘ 24.1%
Benton, AR
$1,177
Denver, CO
$1,462
Difference
$284
more
๐Ÿ“ฆOther
โ†‘ 11.9%
Benton, AR
$1,586
Denver, CO
$1,774
Difference
$189
more
๐ŸฅHealthcare
โ†‘ 23.3%
Benton, AR
$513
Denver, CO
$632
Difference
$119
more
๐Ÿ›’Groceries
โ†‘ 12.6%
Benton, AR
$914
Denver, CO
$1,029
Difference
$115
more
โšกAll Utilities
โ†‘ 0.6%
Benton, AR
$516
Denver, CO
$519
Difference
$3.26
more

๐Ÿ›๏ธ Local Income Taxes

Denver, CO: Denver Head Tax ($5.75/mo, negligible)$69.00/yr (0.0%)

Benton, AR has no local income tax.

Local taxes are in addition to state income tax. Not all cities levy local income taxes.

๐Ÿ Rent Comparison

Studio
From$789
To$1,720
โ†‘ $931
1 Bed
From$789
To$1,840
โ†‘ $1,051
2 Bed
From$918
To$2,190
โ†‘ $1,272
3 Bed
From$1,232
To$2,870
โ†‘ $1,638
Benton, ARZIP-level data

1BR range: $980โ€“$980/mo

Denver, COZIP-level data

1BR range: $1,620โ€“$2,540/mo

๐Ÿ’ก Note: Rent prices are based on HUD Fair Market Rent data and represent median costs. Actual prices vary by neighborhood, amenities, and condition. Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents FY2026.

$6,278
Monthly in Benton, AR
$8,665
Monthly in Denver, CO
$2,386
Difference

Home Values

Benton
Denver
$200K
Median Value
$513K
โ†‘ +1.8%
YoY Change
โ†“ -4.2%
โ†‘ +31.4%
5-Year Change
โ†‘ +13%
$200K
Price Range
$352K - $933K

Homes in Denver are 156% more expensive than Benton

Source: Zillow Home Value Index (ZHVI), January 2026

Tax Comparison

Annual tax burden comparison at $150.0K salary

Tax Savings
โ†‘ $2.4K
Per year
Monthly Difference
$202
More take-home
Effective Rate Diff
1.6%
Rate difference

Benton, AR

Federal Income Tax
Effective: 18.9%
$25.5K
Arkansas State Tax
Effective: 6.0%
$9.0K
FICA Taxes
Social Security + Medicare
$11.5K
Total Taxes
Effective: 30.7%
$46.0K
Take-Home Pay
$8,664/month
$104.0K

Denver, CO

Federal Income Tax
Effective: 18.9%
$25.5K
Colorado State Tax
Effective: 4.4%
$6.6K
FICA Taxes
Social Security + Medicare
$11.5K
Total Taxes
Effective: 29.1%
$43.6K
Take-Home Pay
$8,866/month
$106.4K

Additional Tax Information

Benton, AR Tax Rates

Sales Tax:9.4%
Property Tax:0.6%

Denver, CO Tax Rates

Sales Tax:7.8%
Property Tax:0.5%

๐Ÿ’ก Note: Tax calculations are estimates based on 2024/2025 tax brackets for single filers with standard deduction. Actual taxes may vary based on filing status, deductions, credits, and local variations.

Environment

Benton
Denver
55 Moderate
Air Quality
55 Moderate
34.4%
Good Air Days
35.2%
99 High
Climate Risk
95 High
๐ŸŒŠ๐ŸŒก๐Ÿซจ
Top Hazards
๐ŸŒŠ๐ŸŒช๐Ÿ’จ
โ–ฒ+2.8ยฐF
2050 Outlook
โ–ฒ+3.3ยฐF
54 days
Heat Days >95ยฐF
28 days
โ–ฒ+2.8ยฐF
2050 Outlook
โ–ฒ+3.3ยฐF
54 days
Heat Days >95ยฐF
28 days

๐Ÿ’ฐ See how taxes change too โ€” compare take-home pay between Arkansas and Colorado on TaxTakeHome.com

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