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Cost of living in Pierce County, NE

Estimated monthly cost
$2,801/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 7,312 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $811 29%
Federal tax $495 18%
Healthcare $480 17%
Groceries $320 11%
Transport $320 11%
Energy $185 7%
State tax $140 5%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Pierce County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$622
per month
1 bedroom
$811
per month
2 bedroom
$907
per month
3 bedroom
$1,125
per month
4 bedroom
$1,447
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Pierce County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$75,938
per year
Individual earnings
$40,301
per year
Per capita
$35,469
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Pierce County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$182,700
Annual property tax
$2,115

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Pierce 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 Pierce County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
6.2%

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 Pierce 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 Pierce County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
21.3 min
Drive alone
80.6%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
8.9%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Pierce County

What it costs to live in Pierce County each month.

Single person
$2,801
per month
  • Rent $811
  • Energy $185
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $320
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $495
  • State tax $140
Couple
$4,230
per month
  • Rent $907
  • Energy $222
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $530
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $913
  • State tax $314
Family
$6,575
per month
  • Rent $1,125
  • Energy $278
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $805
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $913
  • State tax $314

Frequently asked questions about Pierce County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Pierce County?

In Pierce County, NE, a one-bedroom apartment averages $811 per month, a two-bedroom averages $907 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,125 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Pierce County?

In Pierce County, NE, the average household income is $75,938 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $40,301 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Pierce County?

The estimated cost of living in Pierce County, NE is approximately $2,801 per month for a single person, $4,230 for a couple, $6,575 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Pierce County?

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

Is Pierce County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Pierce County, NE would need approximately $2,801 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $75,938 per year ($6,328 per month). Pierce County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Pierce County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Pierce County, NE is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 6.2% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Pierce County?

The average home value in Pierce County, NE is $182,700, with average annual property taxes of $2,115, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Pierce County compare to other areas?

You can compare Pierce County, NE with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Pierce County is in the Norfolk, NE metro area.

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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