Cost of living in Cuming County, NE
Population 8,976 · Last updated May 21, 2026
Cost breakdown
Single person, by category, per month.
Rent in Cuming County
Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.
Source: HUD FMR FY2025
Income and earnings in Cuming County
Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.
Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.
Home values in Cuming County
Average values reported by homeowners.
Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year
Energy costs in Cuming County
Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.
Source: EIA
Healthcare in Cuming County
Insurance premiums and coverage rates.
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 Cuming County
State and local tax rates for Nebraska.
Tax rates change. Consult a qualified tax professional for advice on your specific situation. This is not tax advice.
Transportation in Cuming County
Commute patterns and estimated costs.
Source: ACS
Monthly cost estimates for Cuming County
What it costs to live in Cuming County each month.
- Rent $782
- Energy $185
- Water $50
- Groceries $320
- Transport $320
- Healthcare $480
- Federal tax $546
- State tax $156
- Rent $907
- Energy $222
- Water $60
- Groceries $530
- Transport $420
- Healthcare $864
- Federal tax $827
- State tax $288
- Rent $1,198
- Energy $278
- Water $70
- Groceries $805
- Transport $520
- Healthcare $1,350
- Childcare $1,200
- Federal tax $827
- State tax $288
Frequently asked questions about Cuming County
Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.
What is the average rent in Cuming County?
In Cuming County, NE, a one-bedroom apartment averages $782 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 Cuming County?
In Cuming County, NE, the average household income is $70,708 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $43,464 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.
What is the cost of living in Cuming County?
The estimated cost of living in Cuming County, NE is approximately $2,839 per month for a single person, $4,118 for a couple, $6,536 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.
What is the sales tax rate in Cuming County?
The combined sales tax rate in Cuming County, NE is 7.00%, which includes the Nebraska state rate of 5.50% plus an average local rate of 1.50%.
Is Cuming County an affordable place to live?
Based on the data, a single person in Cuming County, NE would need approximately $2,839 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $70,708 per year ($5,892 per month). Cuming County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.
How much does healthcare cost in Cuming County?
The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Cuming County, NE is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 8.6% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.
What are house prices in Cuming County?
The average home value in Cuming County, NE is $174,900, with average annual property taxes of $1,815, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.
How does Cuming 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