Cost of living in Nemaha County, KS
Population 10,213 · Last updated May 21, 2026
Cost breakdown
Single person, by category, per month.
Rent in Nemaha County
Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.
Source: HUD FMR FY2025
Income and earnings in Nemaha County
Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.
Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.
Home values in Nemaha County
Average values reported by homeowners.
Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year
Energy costs in Nemaha County
Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.
Source: EIA
Healthcare in Nemaha 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 Nemaha County
State and local tax rates for Kansas.
Tax rates change. Consult a qualified tax professional for advice on your specific situation. This is not tax advice.
Transportation in Nemaha County
Commute patterns and estimated costs.
Source: ACS
Monthly cost estimates for Nemaha County
What it costs to live in Nemaha County each month.
- Rent $708
- Energy $193
- Water $50
- Groceries $317
- Transport $320
- Healthcare $480
- Federal tax $527
- State tax $163
- Rent $872
- Energy $232
- Water $60
- Groceries $525
- Transport $420
- Healthcare $864
- Federal tax $936
- State tax $329
- Rent $1,195
- Energy $290
- Water $70
- Groceries $797
- Transport $520
- Healthcare $1,350
- Childcare $1,200
- Federal tax $936
- State tax $329
Frequently asked questions about Nemaha County
Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.
What is the average rent in Nemaha County?
In Nemaha County, KS, a one-bedroom apartment averages $708 per month, a two-bedroom averages $872 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,195 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.
What is the average salary in Nemaha County?
In Nemaha County, KS, the average household income is $77,375 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $42,293 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.
What is the cost of living in Nemaha County?
The estimated cost of living in Nemaha County, KS is approximately $2,758 per month for a single person, $4,238 for a couple, $6,687 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.
What is the sales tax rate in Nemaha County?
The combined sales tax rate in Nemaha County, KS is 8.70%, which includes the Kansas state rate of 6.50% plus an average local rate of 2.20%.
Is Nemaha County an affordable place to live?
Based on the data, a single person in Nemaha County, KS would need approximately $2,758 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $77,375 per year ($6,448 per month). Nemaha County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.
How much does healthcare cost in Nemaha County?
The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Nemaha County, KS 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 Nemaha County?
The average home value in Nemaha County, KS is $196,100, with average annual property taxes of $1,917, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.
How does Nemaha 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