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Cost of living in Keya Paha County, NE

Estimated monthly cost
$2,385/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 939 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $691 29%
Healthcare $480 20%
Groceries $320 13%
Federal tax $317 13%
Transport $250 10%
Energy $185 8%
State tax $92 4%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Keya Paha County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$622
per month
1 bedroom
$691
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 Keya Paha County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$60,313
per year
Individual earnings
$29,444
per year
Per capita
$33,388
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Keya Paha County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$108,800
Annual property tax
$1,240

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Keya Paha 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 Keya Paha County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
6.3%

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 Keya Paha 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 Keya Paha County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
22.7 min
Drive alone
59.9%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
16.0%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Keya Paha County

What it costs to live in Keya Paha County each month.

Single person
$2,385
per month
  • Rent $691
  • Energy $185
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $320
  • Transport $250
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $317
  • State tax $92
Couple
$3,828
per month
  • Rent $907
  • Energy $222
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $530
  • Transport $350
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $657
  • State tax $238
Family
$6,177
per month
  • Rent $1,129
  • Energy $278
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $805
  • Transport $450
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $657
  • State tax $238

Frequently asked questions about Keya Paha County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Keya Paha County?

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

In Keya Paha County, NE, the average household income is $60,313 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $29,444 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Keya Paha County?

The estimated cost of living in Keya Paha County, NE is approximately $2,385 per month for a single person, $3,828 for a couple, $6,177 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Keya Paha County?

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

Is Keya Paha County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Keya Paha County, NE would need approximately $2,385 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $60,313 per year ($5,026 per month). Keya Paha County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Keya Paha County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Keya Paha County, NE is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 6.3% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Keya Paha County?

The average home value in Keya Paha County, NE is $108,800, with average annual property taxes of $1,240, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Keya Paha 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