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Cost of living in Nance County, NE

Estimated monthly cost
$2,588/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 3,342 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $691 27%
Healthcare $480 19%
Federal tax $423 16%
Groceries $320 12%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $185 7%
State tax $119 5%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Nance 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 Nance County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$65,438
per year
Individual earnings
$35,934
per year
Per capita
$32,738
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Nance County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$122,800
Annual property tax
$1,470

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Nance 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 Nance County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
6.5%

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.

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 Nance County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
26.8 min
Drive alone
74.1%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
10.4%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Nance County

What it costs to live in Nance County each month.

Single person
$2,588
per month
  • Rent $691
  • Energy $185
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $320
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $423
  • State tax $119
Couple
$4,007
per month
  • Rent $907
  • Energy $222
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $530
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $741
  • State tax $263
Family
$6,320
per month
  • 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