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Cost of living in Blaine County, NE

Estimated monthly cost
$2,508/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 385 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $691 28%
Healthcare $480 19%
Federal tax $415 17%
Groceries $320 13%
Transport $250 10%
Energy $185 7%
State tax $117 5%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Blaine County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$622
per month
1 bedroom
$691
per month
2 bedroom
$907
per month
3 bedroom
$1,129
per month
4 bedroom
$1,204
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Blaine County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$61,250
per year
Individual earnings
$35,417
per year
Per capita
$41,319
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Blaine County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$102,100
Annual property tax
$1,211

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Blaine 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 Blaine County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
5.7%

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 Blaine 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 Blaine County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
19.9 min
Drive alone
55.1%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
17.1%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Blaine County

What it costs to live in Blaine County each month.

Single person
$2,508
per month
  • Rent $691
  • Energy $185
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $320
  • Transport $250
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $415
  • State tax $117
Couple
$3,847
per month
  • Rent $907
  • Energy $222
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $530
  • Transport $350
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $672
  • State tax $242
Family
$6,196
per month
  • Rent $1,129
  • Energy $278
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $805
  • Transport $450
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $672
  • State tax $242

Frequently asked questions about Blaine County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Blaine County?

In Blaine County, NE, a one-bedroom apartment averages $691 per month, a two-bedroom averages $907 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,129 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Blaine County?

In Blaine County, NE, the average household income is $61,250 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $35,417 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Blaine County?

The estimated cost of living in Blaine County, NE is approximately $2,508 per month for a single person, $3,847 for a couple, $6,196 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Blaine County?

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

Is Blaine County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Blaine County, NE would need approximately $2,508 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $61,250 per year ($5,104 per month). Blaine County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Blaine County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Blaine County, NE is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 5.7% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Blaine County?

The average home value in Blaine County, NE is $102,100, with average annual property taxes of $1,211, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Blaine 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