Although cost of living data are not available for Benson, specifically; the Sierra Vista-Douglas Micropolitan area is a participant in the ACCRA Cost of Living Index program. The ACCRA Cost of Living Index data for the Sierra Vista-Douglas Micropolitan area provide an indication of the cost of living in the Benson area.


Climate
Benson is at an elevation of 3,580 feet. The average monthly temperature ranges from an average low of 28 degrees F in December to an average high of 96 degrees F in June. The record low of -7 degrees F was observed in December 1978. The record high is 111 degrees F, observed in June 1973. The average monthly precipitation ranges from .24 inches in May to 3.49 inches in July.

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