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Cost of living in Red Willow County, NE

Estimated monthly cost
$2,596/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 10,611 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $691 27%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $429 17%
Groceries $320 12%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $185 7%
State tax $121 5%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Red Willow 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
$1,203
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Red Willow County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$60,000
per year
Individual earnings
$36,325
per year
Per capita
$36,390
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Red Willow County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$143,500
Annual property tax
$1,811

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Red Willow 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 Red Willow County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
10.7%

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 Red Willow 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 Red Willow County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
11.9 min
Drive alone
87.5%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
5.6%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Red Willow County

What it costs to live in Red Willow County each month.

Single person
$2,596
per month
  • Rent $691
  • Energy $185
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $320
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $429
  • State tax $121
Couple
$3,891
per month
  • Rent $907
  • Energy $222
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $530
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $652
  • State tax $236
Family
$6,204
per month
  • Rent $1,093
  • Energy $278
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $805
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $652
  • State tax $236

Frequently asked questions about Red Willow County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Red Willow County?

In Red Willow 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 Red Willow County?

In Red Willow County, NE, the average household income is $60,000 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $36,325 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Red Willow County?

The estimated cost of living in Red Willow County, NE is approximately $2,596 per month for a single person, $3,891 for a couple, $6,204 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Red Willow County?

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

Is Red Willow County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Red Willow County, NE would need approximately $2,596 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $60,000 per year ($5,000 per month). Red Willow County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Red Willow County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Red Willow County, NE is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 10.7% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Red Willow County?

The average home value in Red Willow County, NE is $143,500, with average annual property taxes of $1,811, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Red Willow 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