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Cost of living in Butler County, NE

Estimated monthly cost
$2,829/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 8,413 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $698 25%
Federal tax $603 21%
Healthcare $480 17%
Groceries $320 11%
Transport $320 11%
Energy $185 7%
State tax $173 6%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Butler County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$622
per month
1 bedroom
$698
per month
2 bedroom
$907
per month
3 bedroom
$1,198
per month
4 bedroom
$1,203
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Butler County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$82,603
per year
Individual earnings
$46,940
per year
Per capita
$44,445
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Butler County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$165,700
Annual property tax
$1,941

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Butler 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 Butler County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
6.0%

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 Butler 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 Butler County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
24.1 min
Drive alone
78.2%
Public transit
0.3%
Work from home
8.4%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Butler County

What it costs to live in Butler County each month.

Single person
$2,829
per month
  • Rent $698
  • Energy $185
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $320
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $603
  • State tax $173
Couple
$4,371
per month
  • Rent $907
  • Energy $222
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $530
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $1,022
  • State tax $346
Family
$6,789
per month
  • Rent $1,198
  • Energy $278
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $805
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $1,022
  • State tax $346

Frequently asked questions about Butler County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Butler County?

In Butler County, NE, a one-bedroom apartment averages $698 per month, a two-bedroom averages $907 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,198 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Butler County?

In Butler County, NE, the average household income is $82,603 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $46,940 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Butler County?

The estimated cost of living in Butler County, NE is approximately $2,829 per month for a single person, $4,371 for a couple, $6,789 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Butler County?

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

Is Butler County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Butler County, NE would need approximately $2,829 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $82,603 per year ($6,884 per month). Butler County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Butler County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Butler 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 Butler County?

The average home value in Butler County, NE is $165,700, with average annual property taxes of $1,941, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Butler 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