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Cost of living in Hitchcock County, NE

Estimated monthly cost
$2,539/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 2,601 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $691 27%
Healthcare $480 19%
Federal tax $384 15%
Groceries $320 13%
Transport $320 13%
Energy $185 7%
State tax $109 4%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Hitchcock 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
$1,454
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Hitchcock County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$52,016
per year
Individual earnings
$33,575
per year
Per capita
$31,032
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Hitchcock County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$88,800
Annual property tax
$1,105

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Hitchcock 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 Hitchcock County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
7.2%

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 Hitchcock 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 Hitchcock County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
20.2 min
Drive alone
79.6%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
8.1%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Hitchcock County

What it costs to live in Hitchcock County each month.

Single person
$2,539
per month
  • Rent $691
  • Energy $185
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $320
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $384
  • State tax $109
Couple
$3,722
per month
  • Rent $907
  • Energy $222
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $530
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $522
  • State tax $197
Family
$6,035
per month
  • Rent $1,093
  • Energy $278
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $805
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $522
  • State tax $197

Frequently asked questions about Hitchcock County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Hitchcock County?

In Hitchcock 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 Hitchcock County?

In Hitchcock County, NE, the average household income is $52,016 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $33,575 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Hitchcock County?

The estimated cost of living in Hitchcock County, NE is approximately $2,539 per month for a single person, $3,722 for a couple, $6,035 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Hitchcock County?

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

Is Hitchcock County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Hitchcock County, NE would need approximately $2,539 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $52,016 per year ($4,335 per month). Hitchcock County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Hitchcock County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Hitchcock County, NE is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 7.2% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Hitchcock County?

The average home value in Hitchcock County, NE is $88,800, with average annual property taxes of $1,105, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Hitchcock 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