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Cost of living in Greeley County, NE

Estimated monthly cost
$2,599/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 2,211 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $691 27%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $431 17%
Groceries $320 12%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $185 7%
State tax $122 5%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Greeley County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$622
per month
1 bedroom
$691
per month
2 bedroom
$907
per month
3 bedroom
$1,093
per month
4 bedroom
$1,203
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Greeley County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$58,894
per year
Individual earnings
$36,438
per year
Per capita
$31,028
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Greeley County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$87,800
Annual property tax
$1,372

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Greeley 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 Greeley County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
4.5%

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 Greeley 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 Greeley County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
18.8 min
Drive alone
76.2%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
6.2%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Greeley County

What it costs to live in Greeley County each month.

Single person
$2,599
per month
  • Rent $691
  • Energy $185
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $320
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $431
  • State tax $122
Couple
$3,868
per month
  • Rent $907
  • Energy $222
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $530
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $634
  • State tax $231
Family
$6,181
per month
  • Rent $1,093
  • Energy $278
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $805
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $634
  • State tax $231

Frequently asked questions about Greeley County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Greeley County?

In Greeley County, NE, a one-bedroom apartment averages $691 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 Greeley County?

In Greeley County, NE, the average household income is $58,894 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $36,438 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Greeley County?

The estimated cost of living in Greeley County, NE is approximately $2,599 per month for a single person, $3,868 for a couple, $6,181 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Greeley County?

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

Is Greeley County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Greeley County, NE would need approximately $2,599 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $58,894 per year ($4,908 per month). Greeley County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Greeley County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Greeley County, NE is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 4.5% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Greeley County?

The average home value in Greeley County, NE is $87,800, with average annual property taxes of $1,372, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Greeley 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