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Cost of living in Deuel County, NE

Estimated monthly cost
$2,564/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 1,865 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $691 27%
Healthcare $480 19%
Federal tax $404 16%
Groceries $320 12%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $185 7%
State tax $114 4%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Deuel County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$622
per month
1 bedroom
$691
per month
2 bedroom
$907
per month
3 bedroom
$1,200
per month
4 bedroom
$1,204
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Deuel County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$61,438
per year
Individual earnings
$34,792
per year
Per capita
$40,271
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Deuel County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$97,200
Annual property tax
$1,455

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Deuel 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 Deuel County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
10.6%

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 Deuel 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 Deuel County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
26.3 min
Drive alone
78.6%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
5.5%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Deuel County

What it costs to live in Deuel County each month.

Single person
$2,564
per month
  • Rent $691
  • Energy $185
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $320
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $404
  • State tax $114
Couple
$3,921
per month
  • Rent $907
  • Energy $222
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $530
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $675
  • State tax $243
Family
$6,341
per month
  • Rent $1,200
  • Energy $278
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $805
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $675
  • State tax $243

Frequently asked questions about Deuel County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Deuel County?

In Deuel County, NE, a one-bedroom apartment averages $691 per month, a two-bedroom averages $907 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,200 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Deuel County?

In Deuel County, NE, the average household income is $61,438 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $34,792 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Deuel County?

The estimated cost of living in Deuel County, NE is approximately $2,564 per month for a single person, $3,921 for a couple, $6,341 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Deuel County?

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

Is Deuel County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Deuel County, NE would need approximately $2,564 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $61,438 per year ($5,120 per month). Deuel County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Deuel County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Deuel County, NE is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 10.6% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Deuel County?

The average home value in Deuel County, NE is $97,200, with average annual property taxes of $1,455, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Deuel 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