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Cost of living in Arthur County, NE

Estimated monthly cost
$2,458/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 540 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $691 28%
Healthcare $480 20%
Federal tax $375 15%
Groceries $320 13%
Transport $250 10%
Energy $185 8%
State tax $107 4%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Arthur County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$622
per month
1 bedroom
$691
per month
2 bedroom
$907
per month
3 bedroom
$1,188
per month
4 bedroom
$1,204
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Arthur County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$67,500
per year
Individual earnings
$33,000
per year
Per capita
$31,870
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Arthur County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$188,800
Annual property tax
$1,574

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Arthur County

Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.

Electricity
$124
per month · 13.1¢/kWh
Natural gas
$61
per month
Annual total
$2,220
per year

Source: EIA

Healthcare in Arthur County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
8.3%

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 Arthur County

State and local tax rates for Nebraska.

State income tax
5.8%
Top marginal rate
State sales tax
5.5%
Combined sales tax
7.0%
incl. average local

Tax rates change. Consult a qualified tax professional for advice on your specific situation. This is not tax advice.

Transportation in Arthur County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
21.9 min
Drive alone
67.5%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
9.1%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Arthur County

What it costs to live in Arthur County each month.

Single person
$2,458
per month
  • Rent $691
  • Energy $185
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $320
  • Transport $250
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $375
  • State tax $107
Couple
$3,981
per month
  • Rent $907
  • Energy $222
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $530
  • Transport $350
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $775
  • State tax $273
Family
$6,389
per month
  • Rent $1,188
  • Energy $278
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $805
  • Transport $450
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $775
  • State tax $273

Frequently asked questions about Arthur County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Arthur County?

In Arthur County, NE, a one-bedroom apartment averages $691 per month, a two-bedroom averages $907 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,188 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Arthur County?

In Arthur County, NE, the average household income is $67,500 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $33,000 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Arthur County?

The estimated cost of living in Arthur County, NE is approximately $2,458 per month for a single person, $3,981 for a couple, $6,389 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Arthur County?

The combined sales tax rate in Arthur County, NE is 7.00%, which includes the Nebraska state rate of 5.50% plus an average local rate of 1.50%.

Is Arthur County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Arthur County, NE would need approximately $2,458 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $67,500 per year ($5,625 per month). Arthur County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Arthur County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Arthur County, NE is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 8.3% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Arthur County?

The average home value in Arthur County, NE is $188,800, with average annual property taxes of $1,574, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Arthur 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
Methodology All data sources