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Cost of living in Chase County, NE

Estimated monthly cost
$2,804/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 3,639 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $819 29%
Federal tax $491 18%
Healthcare $480 17%
Groceries $320 11%
Transport $320 11%
Energy $185 7%
State tax $139 5%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Chase County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$622
per month
1 bedroom
$819
per month
2 bedroom
$907
per month
3 bedroom
$1,093
per month
4 bedroom
$1,523
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Chase County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$62,782
per year
Individual earnings
$40,057
per year
Per capita
$36,913
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Chase County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$178,700
Annual property tax
$2,156

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Chase 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 Chase County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
9.5%

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 Chase 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 Chase County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
15.0 min
Drive alone
74.9%
Public transit
0.2%
Work from home
12.3%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Chase County

What it costs to live in Chase County each month.

Single person
$2,804
per month
  • Rent $819
  • Energy $185
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $320
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $491
  • State tax $139
Couple
$3,950
per month
  • Rent $907
  • Energy $222
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $530
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $697
  • State tax $250
Family
$6,263
per month
  • Rent $1,093
  • Energy $278
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $805
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $697
  • State tax $250

Frequently asked questions about Chase County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Chase County?

In Chase County, NE, a one-bedroom apartment averages $819 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 Chase County?

In Chase County, NE, the average household income is $62,782 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $40,057 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Chase County?

The estimated cost of living in Chase County, NE is approximately $2,804 per month for a single person, $3,950 for a couple, $6,263 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Chase County?

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

Is Chase County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Chase County, NE would need approximately $2,804 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $62,782 per year ($5,232 per month). Chase County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Chase County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Chase County, NE is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 9.5% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Chase County?

The average home value in Chase County, NE is $178,700, with average annual property taxes of $2,156, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Chase 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