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Cost of living in Colfax County, NE

Estimated monthly cost
$2,866/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 10,541 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $770 27%
Federal tax $576 20%
Healthcare $480 17%
Groceries $320 11%
Transport $320 11%
Energy $185 6%
State tax $165 6%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Colfax County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$642
per month
1 bedroom
$770
per month
2 bedroom
$936
per month
3 bedroom
$1,128
per month
4 bedroom
$1,241
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Colfax County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$79,720
per year
Individual earnings
$45,273
per year
Per capita
$32,757
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Colfax County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$128,800
Annual property tax
$1,612

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Colfax 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 Colfax County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
11.3%

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 Colfax 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 Colfax County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
17.7 min
Drive alone
78.9%
Public transit
0.1%
Work from home
2.8%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Colfax County

What it costs to live in Colfax County each month.

Single person
$2,866
per month
  • Rent $770
  • Energy $185
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $320
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $576
  • State tax $165
Couple
$4,339
per month
  • Rent $936
  • Energy $222
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $530
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $975
  • State tax $332
Family
$6,658
per month
  • Rent $1,128
  • Energy $278
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $805
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $975
  • State tax $332

Frequently asked questions about Colfax County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Colfax County?

In Colfax County, NE, a one-bedroom apartment averages $770 per month, a two-bedroom averages $936 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,128 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Colfax County?

In Colfax County, NE, the average household income is $79,720 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $45,273 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Colfax County?

The estimated cost of living in Colfax County, NE is approximately $2,866 per month for a single person, $4,339 for a couple, $6,658 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Colfax County?

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

Is Colfax County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Colfax County, NE would need approximately $2,866 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $79,720 per year ($6,643 per month). Colfax County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Colfax County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Colfax County, NE is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 11.3% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Colfax County?

The average home value in Colfax County, NE is $128,800, with average annual property taxes of $1,612, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Colfax County compare to other areas?

You can compare Colfax County, NE with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Colfax County is in the Columbus, NE 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