Cost of Living in Nebraska
Nebraska has 9 cities with cost-of-living data on CompareLiving, drawn from US Census, BEA, HUD, and EPA sources. Median rent is lowest in Hastings at $858/mo and highest in Papillion at $1,269/mo.
Nebraska at a Glance
Cities Tracked
9
with census data
Avg Cost Index
N/A
US avg = 100
Avg Median Rent
$1,053
per month
Avg Household Income
$74,424
annual median
Popular Cities in Nebraska
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Nebraska Cities — Full Table
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| Omaha | 488,837 | — | $1,187 | $245,500 | $73,201 |
| Lincoln | 294,856 | — | $1,086 | $264,000 | $71,867 |
| Bellevue | 64,510 | — | $1,226 | $247,000 | $85,462 |
| Grand Island | 52,884 | — | $947 | $218,600 | $63,795 |
| Kearney | 34,246 | — | $949 | $244,600 | $69,724 |
| Fremont | 27,567 | — | $1,080 | $214,700 | $71,152 |
| Norfolk | 26,054 | — | $875 | $211,700 | $58,884 |
| Papillion | 25,244 | — | $1,269 | $311,000 | $111,679 |
| Hastings | 25,008 | — | $858 | $184,700 | $64,048 |
Cost Index = BEA Regional Price Parity (US avg = 100) · Income & Rent = US Census ACS
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cost of Living in Nebraska
What is the cost of living in Nebraska?
Cost of living varies significantly across cities in Nebraska. Use the table below to compare individual cities.
What are the cheapest cities to live in Nebraska?
City-level cost index data for Nebraska is being compiled. Check back soon.
What is the median rent in Nebraska?
The average median gross rent across cities in Nebraska is approximately $1,053/month. Rent varies significantly by city and neighborhood — use the city profiles below for specific figures.
What are the income tax rates in Nebraska?
State income tax information for Nebraska is not yet available in our database.
What is the sales tax in Nebraska?
Sales tax information for Nebraska is not yet available in our database.
Is it expensive to move to Nebraska?
Check individual city profiles in Nebraska to estimate your cost of living. Our moving guides offer salary adjustment calculators for popular corridors.
Data last updated: June 1, 2026 · Sources: US Census ACS, BEA RPP, BLS OEWS, HUD FMR, Tax Foundation · Methodology