Cost of living in Antelope County, NE
Population 6,302 · Last updated May 21, 2026
Cost breakdown
Single person, by category, per month.
Rent in Antelope County
Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.
Source: HUD FMR FY2025
Income and earnings in Antelope County
Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.
Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.
Home values in Antelope County
Average values reported by homeowners.
Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year
Energy costs in Antelope County
Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.
Source: EIA
Healthcare in Antelope County
Insurance premiums and coverage rates.
Source: ACS + national avg. Marketplace benchmark premiums are second-lowest Silver plan estimates and do not reflect employer plans, subsidies, or out-of-pocket costs. This is not healthcare advice.
Taxes in Antelope County
State and local tax rates for Nebraska.
Tax rates change. Consult a qualified tax professional for advice on your specific situation. This is not tax advice.
Transportation in Antelope County
Commute patterns and estimated costs.
Source: ACS
Monthly cost estimates for Antelope County
What it costs to live in Antelope County each month.
- Rent $691
- Energy $185
- Water $50
- Groceries $320
- Transport $320
- Healthcare $480
- Federal tax $491
- State tax $139
- Rent $907
- Energy $222
- Water $60
- Groceries $530
- Transport $420
- Healthcare $864
- Federal tax $713
- State tax $255
- Rent $1,204
- Energy $278
- Water $70
- Groceries $805
- Transport $520
- Healthcare $1,350
- Childcare $1,200
- Federal tax $713
- State tax $255
Frequently asked questions about Antelope County
Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.
What is the average rent in Antelope County?
In Antelope County, NE, a one-bedroom apartment averages $691 per month, a two-bedroom averages $907 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,204 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.
What is the average salary in Antelope County?
In Antelope County, NE, the average household income is $63,750 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $40,076 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.
What is the cost of living in Antelope County?
The estimated cost of living in Antelope County, NE is approximately $2,676 per month for a single person, $3,971 for a couple, $6,395 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.
What is the sales tax rate in Antelope County?
The combined sales tax rate in Antelope County, NE is 7.00%, which includes the Nebraska state rate of 5.50% plus an average local rate of 1.50%.
Is Antelope County an affordable place to live?
Based on the data, a single person in Antelope County, NE would need approximately $2,676 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $63,750 per year ($5,313 per month). Antelope County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.
How much does healthcare cost in Antelope County?
The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Antelope County, NE is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 6.0% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.
What are house prices in Antelope County?
The average home value in Antelope County, NE is $116,900, with average annual property taxes of $1,426, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.
How does Antelope County compare to other areas?
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About this data
All figures on this page come from official U.S. government sources, listed below.
- HUD FMR FY2025
- ACS 2019-2023 5-Year
- EIA
- ACS + national avg
- ACS
- USDA + BEA RPP