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Cost of living in Burt County, NE

Estimated monthly cost
$2,644/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 6,730 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $691 26%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $466 18%
Groceries $320 12%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $185 7%
State tax $132 5%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Burt County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$622
per month
1 bedroom
$691
per month
2 bedroom
$907
per month
3 bedroom
$1,093
per month
4 bedroom
$1,230
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Burt County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$57,303
per year
Individual earnings
$38,582
per year
Per capita
$35,034
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Burt County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$125,400
Annual property tax
$1,824

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Burt 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 Burt County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
8.4%

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 Burt 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 Burt County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
25.1 min
Drive alone
74.5%
Public transit
0.1%
Work from home
11.6%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Burt County

What it costs to live in Burt County each month.

Single person
$2,644
per month
  • Rent $691
  • Energy $185
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $320
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $466
  • State tax $132
Couple
$3,834
per month
  • Rent $907
  • Energy $222
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $530
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $608
  • State tax $223
Family
$6,147
per month
  • Rent $1,093
  • Energy $278
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $805
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $608
  • State tax $223

Frequently asked questions about Burt County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Burt County?

In Burt County, NE, a one-bedroom apartment averages $691 per month, a two-bedroom averages $907 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,093 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Burt County?

In Burt County, NE, the average household income is $57,303 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $38,582 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Burt County?

The estimated cost of living in Burt County, NE is approximately $2,644 per month for a single person, $3,834 for a couple, $6,147 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Burt County?

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

Is Burt County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Burt County, NE would need approximately $2,644 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $57,303 per year ($4,775 per month). Burt County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Burt County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Burt County, NE is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 8.4% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Burt County?

The average home value in Burt County, NE is $125,400, with average annual property taxes of $1,824, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Burt 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