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Cost of living in Johnson County, NE

Estimated monthly cost
$2,652/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 5,263 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $691 26%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $472 18%
Groceries $320 12%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $185 7%
State tax $134 5%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Johnson 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
$1,204
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Johnson County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$59,457
per year
Individual earnings
$38,917
per year
Per capita
$25,942
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Johnson County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$131,500
Annual property tax
$1,993

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Johnson 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 Johnson County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
5.0%

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 Johnson 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 Johnson County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
25.6 min
Drive alone
75.3%
Public transit
0.2%
Work from home
6.8%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Johnson County

What it costs to live in Johnson County each month.

Single person
$2,652
per month
  • Rent $691
  • Energy $185
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $320
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $472
  • State tax $134
Couple
$3,880
per month
  • Rent $907
  • Energy $222
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $530
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $643
  • State tax $234
Family
$6,193
per month
  • Rent $1,093
  • Energy $278
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $805
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $643
  • State tax $234

Frequently asked questions about Johnson County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Johnson County?

In Johnson 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 Johnson County?

In Johnson County, NE, the average household income is $59,457 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $38,917 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Johnson County?

The estimated cost of living in Johnson County, NE is approximately $2,652 per month for a single person, $3,880 for a couple, $6,193 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Johnson County?

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

Is Johnson County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Johnson County, NE would need approximately $2,652 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $59,457 per year ($4,955 per month). Johnson County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Johnson County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Johnson County, NE is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 5.0% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Johnson County?

The average home value in Johnson County, NE is $131,500, with average annual property taxes of $1,993, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Johnson 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