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Cost of living in York County, NE

Estimated monthly cost
$2,701/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 14,231 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $716 27%
Federal tax $491 18%
Healthcare $480 18%
Groceries $320 12%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $185 7%
State tax $139 5%
Water $50 2%

Rent in York County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$644
per month
1 bedroom
$716
per month
2 bedroom
$939
per month
3 bedroom
$1,131
per month
4 bedroom
$1,245
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in York County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$74,058
per year
Individual earnings
$40,059
per year
Per capita
$36,571
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in York County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$175,900
Annual property tax
$2,115

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in York 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 York County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
4.9%

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 York 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 York County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
13.8 min
Drive alone
79.9%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
5.8%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for York County

What it costs to live in York County each month.

Single person
$2,701
per month
  • Rent $716
  • Energy $185
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $320
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $491
  • State tax $139
Couple
$4,222
per month
  • Rent $939
  • Energy $222
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $530
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $882
  • State tax $305
Family
$6,541
per month
  • Rent $1,131
  • Energy $278
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $805
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $882
  • State tax $305

Frequently asked questions about York County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in York County?

In York County, NE, a one-bedroom apartment averages $716 per month, a two-bedroom averages $939 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,131 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in York County?

In York County, NE, the average household income is $74,058 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $40,059 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in York County?

The estimated cost of living in York County, NE is approximately $2,701 per month for a single person, $4,222 for a couple, $6,541 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in York County?

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

Is York County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in York County, NE would need approximately $2,701 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $74,058 per year ($6,172 per month). York County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in York County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in York County, NE is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 4.9% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in York County?

The average home value in York County, NE is $175,900, with average annual property taxes of $2,115, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does York County compare to other areas?

You can compare York County, NE with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. York County is in Nebraska.

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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