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Cost of living in Hooker County, NE

Estimated monthly cost
$2,595/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 613 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $798 31%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $399 15%
Groceries $320 12%
Transport $250 10%
Energy $185 7%
State tax $113 4%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Hooker County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$622
per month
1 bedroom
$798
per month
2 bedroom
$907
per month
3 bedroom
$1,129
per month
4 bedroom
$1,204
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Hooker County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$45,854
per year
Individual earnings
$34,438
per year
Per capita
$33,363
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Hooker County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$85,400
Annual property tax
$1,222

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Hooker 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 Hooker County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
8.3%

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 Hooker 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 Hooker County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
17.7 min
Drive alone
66.2%
Public transit
2.7%
Work from home
16.1%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Hooker County

What it costs to live in Hooker County each month.

Single person
$2,595
per month
  • Rent $798
  • Energy $185
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $320
  • Transport $250
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $399
  • State tax $113
Couple
$3,531
per month
  • Rent $907
  • Energy $222
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $530
  • Transport $350
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $431
  • State tax $167
Family
$5,880
per month
  • Rent $1,129
  • Energy $278
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $805
  • Transport $450
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $431
  • State tax $167

Frequently asked questions about Hooker County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Hooker County?

In Hooker County, NE, a one-bedroom apartment averages $798 per month, a two-bedroom averages $907 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,129 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Hooker County?

In Hooker County, NE, the average household income is $45,854 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $34,438 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Hooker County?

The estimated cost of living in Hooker County, NE is approximately $2,595 per month for a single person, $3,531 for a couple, $5,880 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Hooker County?

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

Is Hooker County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Hooker County, NE would need approximately $2,595 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $45,854 per year ($3,821 per month). Hooker County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Hooker County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Hooker County, NE is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 8.3% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Hooker County?

The average home value in Hooker County, NE is $85,400, with average annual property taxes of $1,222, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Hooker 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