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Cost of living in Thurston County, NE

Estimated monthly cost
$2,622/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 6,666 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $691 26%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $449 17%
Groceries $320 12%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $185 7%
State tax $127 5%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Thurston County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$622
per month
1 bedroom
$691
per month
2 bedroom
$907
per month
3 bedroom
$1,115
per month
4 bedroom
$1,203
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Thurston County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$64,838
per year
Individual earnings
$37,493
per year
Per capita
$25,128
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Thurston County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$105,100
Annual property tax
$1,599

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Thurston 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 Thurston County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
15.4%

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 Thurston 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 Thurston County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
22.5 min
Drive alone
78.8%
Public transit
2.4%
Work from home
5.2%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Thurston County

What it costs to live in Thurston County each month.

Single person
$2,622
per month
  • Rent $691
  • Energy $185
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $320
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $449
  • State tax $127
Couple
$3,994
per month
  • Rent $907
  • Energy $222
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $530
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $731
  • State tax $260
Family
$6,329
per month
  • Rent $1,115
  • Energy $278
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $805
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $731
  • State tax $260

Frequently asked questions about Thurston County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Thurston County?

In Thurston County, NE, a one-bedroom apartment averages $691 per month, a two-bedroom averages $907 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,115 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Thurston County?

In Thurston County, NE, the average household income is $64,838 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $37,493 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Thurston County?

The estimated cost of living in Thurston County, NE is approximately $2,622 per month for a single person, $3,994 for a couple, $6,329 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Thurston County?

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

Is Thurston County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Thurston County, NE would need approximately $2,622 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $64,838 per year ($5,403 per month). Thurston County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Thurston County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Thurston County, NE is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 15.4% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Thurston County?

The average home value in Thurston County, NE is $105,100, with average annual property taxes of $1,599, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Thurston 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