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Cost of living in Box Butte County, NE

Estimated monthly cost
$2,761/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 10,754 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $695 25%
Federal tax $553 20%
Healthcare $480 17%
Groceries $320 12%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $185 7%
State tax $158 6%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Box Butte County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$625
per month
1 bedroom
$695
per month
2 bedroom
$912
per month
3 bedroom
$1,099
per month
4 bedroom
$1,209
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Box Butte County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$68,778
per year
Individual earnings
$43,892
per year
Per capita
$33,834
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Box Butte County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$161,100
Annual property tax
$2,397

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Box Butte 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 Box Butte County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
7.9%

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 Box Butte 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 Box Butte County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
10.6 min
Drive alone
78.3%
Public transit
0.1%
Work from home
7.2%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Box Butte County

What it costs to live in Box Butte County each month.

Single person
$2,761
per month
  • Rent $695
  • Energy $185
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $320
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $553
  • State tax $158
Couple
$4,083
per month
  • Rent $912
  • Energy $222
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $530
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $796
  • State tax $279
Family
$6,397
per month
  • Rent $1,099
  • Energy $278
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $805
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $796
  • State tax $279

Frequently asked questions about Box Butte County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Box Butte County?

In Box Butte County, NE, a one-bedroom apartment averages $695 per month, a two-bedroom averages $912 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,099 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Box Butte County?

In Box Butte County, NE, the average household income is $68,778 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $43,892 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Box Butte County?

The estimated cost of living in Box Butte County, NE is approximately $2,761 per month for a single person, $4,083 for a couple, $6,397 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Box Butte County?

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

Is Box Butte County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Box Butte County, NE would need approximately $2,761 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $68,778 per year ($5,732 per month). Box Butte County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Box Butte County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Box Butte County, NE is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 7.9% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Box Butte County?

The average home value in Box Butte County, NE is $161,100, with average annual property taxes of $2,397, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Box Butte 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