Cost of living in Nance County, NE
Population 3,342 · Last updated May 21, 2026
Cost breakdown
Single person, by category, per month.
Rent in Nance County
Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.
Source: HUD FMR FY2025
Income and earnings in Nance County
Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.
Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.
Home values in Nance County
Average values reported by homeowners.
Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year
Energy costs in Nance County
Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.
Source: EIA
Healthcare in Nance County
Insurance premiums and coverage rates.
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 Nance County
State and local tax rates for Nebraska.
Tax rates change. Consult a qualified tax professional for advice on your specific situation. This is not tax advice.
Transportation in Nance County
Commute patterns and estimated costs.
Source: ACS
Monthly cost estimates for Nance County
What it costs to live in Nance County each month.
- Rent $691
- Energy $185
- Water $50
- Groceries $320
- Transport $320
- Healthcare $480
- Federal tax $423
- State tax $119
- Rent $907
- Energy $222
- Water $60
- Groceries $530
- Transport $420
- Healthcare $864
- Federal tax $741
- State tax $263
- Rent $1,093
- Energy $278
- Water $70
- Groceries $805
- Transport $520
- Healthcare $1,350
- Childcare $1,200
- Federal tax $741
- State tax $263
Frequently asked questions about Nance County
Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.
What is the average rent in Nance County?
In Nance 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 Nance County?
In Nance County, NE, the average household income is $65,438 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $35,934 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.
What is the cost of living in Nance County?
The estimated cost of living in Nance County, NE is approximately $2,588 per month for a single person, $4,007 for a couple, $6,320 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.
What is the sales tax rate in Nance County?
The combined sales tax rate in Nance County, NE is 7.00%, which includes the Nebraska state rate of 5.50% plus an average local rate of 1.50%.
Is Nance County an affordable place to live?
Based on the data, a single person in Nance County, NE would need approximately $2,588 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $65,438 per year ($5,453 per month). Nance County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.
How much does healthcare cost in Nance County?
The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Nance County, NE is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 6.5% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.
What are house prices in Nance County?
The average home value in Nance County, NE is $122,800, with average annual property taxes of $1,470, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.
How does Nance 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