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Cost of living in Nemaha County, NE

Estimated monthly cost
$2,535/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 7,035 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $691 27%
Healthcare $480 19%
Federal tax $381 15%
Groceries $320 13%
Transport $320 13%
Energy $185 7%
State tax $108 4%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Nemaha County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$622
per month
1 bedroom
$691
per month
2 bedroom
$907
per month
3 bedroom
$1,271
per month
4 bedroom
$1,387
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Nemaha County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$60,132
per year
Individual earnings
$33,340
per year
Per capita
$36,578
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Nemaha County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$125,100
Annual property tax
$1,761

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Nemaha 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 Nemaha County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
10.3%

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 Nemaha 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 Nemaha County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
21.1 min
Drive alone
82.8%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
4.2%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Nemaha County

What it costs to live in Nemaha County each month.

Single person
$2,535
per month
  • Rent $691
  • Energy $185
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $320
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $381
  • State tax $108
Couple
$3,894
per month
  • Rent $907
  • Energy $222
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $530
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $654
  • State tax $237
Family
$6,385
per month
  • Rent $1,271
  • Energy $278
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $805
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $654
  • State tax $237

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, NE, a one-bedroom apartment averages $691 per month, a two-bedroom averages $907 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,271 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Nemaha County?

In Nemaha County, NE, the average household income is $60,132 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $33,340 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, NE is approximately $2,535 per month for a single person, $3,894 for a couple, $6,385 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, NE is 7.00%, which includes the Nebraska state rate of 5.50% plus an average local rate of 1.50%.

Is Nemaha County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Nemaha County, NE would need approximately $2,535 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $60,132 per year ($5,011 per month). Nemaha County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Nemaha County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Nemaha County, NE is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 10.3% 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, NE is $125,100, with average annual property taxes of $1,761, 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
Methodology All data sources