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Cost of living in Keith County, NE

Estimated monthly cost
$2,732/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 8,239 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $729 27%
Federal tax $505 18%
Healthcare $480 18%
Groceries $320 12%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $185 7%
State tax $143 5%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Keith County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$622
per month
1 bedroom
$729
per month
2 bedroom
$907
per month
3 bedroom
$1,145
per month
4 bedroom
$1,286
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Keith County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$58,132
per year
Individual earnings
$40,913
per year
Per capita
$35,660
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Keith County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$157,000
Annual property tax
$2,204

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Keith 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 Keith County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
6.9%

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 Keith 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 Keith County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
15.8 min
Drive alone
79.1%
Public transit
0.3%
Work from home
11.1%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Keith County

What it costs to live in Keith County each month.

Single person
$2,732
per month
  • Rent $729
  • Energy $185
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $320
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $505
  • State tax $143
Couple
$3,851
per month
  • Rent $907
  • Energy $222
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $530
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $621
  • State tax $227
Family
$6,216
per month
  • Rent $1,145
  • Energy $278
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $805
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $621
  • State tax $227

Frequently asked questions about Keith County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Keith County?

In Keith County, NE, a one-bedroom apartment averages $729 per month, a two-bedroom averages $907 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,145 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Keith County?

In Keith County, NE, the average household income is $58,132 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $40,913 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Keith County?

The estimated cost of living in Keith County, NE is approximately $2,732 per month for a single person, $3,851 for a couple, $6,216 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Keith County?

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

Is Keith County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Keith County, NE would need approximately $2,732 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $58,132 per year ($4,844 per month). Keith County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Keith County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Keith County, NE is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 6.9% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Keith County?

The average home value in Keith County, NE is $157,000, with average annual property taxes of $2,204, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Keith 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