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Cost of living in Cass County, NE

Part of the Omaha Metro Area

Estimated monthly cost
$3,205/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 26,963 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $1,052 33%
Federal tax $620 19%
Healthcare $480 15%
Groceries $320 10%
Transport $320 10%
Energy $185 6%
State tax $178 6%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Cass County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$990
per month
1 bedroom
$1,052
per month
2 bedroom
$1,261
per month
3 bedroom
$1,675
per month
4 bedroom
$1,864
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Cass County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$88,255
per year
Individual earnings
$47,963
per year
Per capita
$43,087
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Cass County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$247,200
Annual property tax
$3,545

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Cass 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 Cass County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
5.1%

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 Cass 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 Cass County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
29.1 min
Drive alone
78.6%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
10.9%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Cass County

What it costs to live in Cass County each month.

Single person
$3,205
per month
  • Rent $1,052
  • Energy $185
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $320
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $620
  • State tax $178
Couple
$4,846
per month
  • Rent $1,261
  • Energy $222
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $530
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $1,115
  • State tax $374
Family
$7,387
per month
  • Rent $1,675
  • Energy $278
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $805
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $1,115
  • State tax $374

Frequently asked questions about Cass County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Cass County?

In Cass County, NE, a one-bedroom apartment averages $1,052 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,261 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,675 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Cass County?

In Cass County, NE, the average household income is $88,255 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $47,963 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Cass County?

The estimated cost of living in Cass County, NE is approximately $3,205 per month for a single person, $4,846 for a couple, $7,387 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Cass County?

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

Is Cass County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Cass County, NE would need approximately $3,205 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $88,255 per year ($7,355 per month). Cass County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Cass County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Cass County, NE is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 5.1% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Cass County?

The average home value in Cass County, NE is $247,200, with average annual property taxes of $3,545, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Cass County compare to other areas?

You can compare Cass County, NE with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Cass County is in the Omaha, NE-IA metro area.

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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