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Cost of living in Nebraska

Rent, taxes, earnings and more across all 93 Nebraska counties.

Avg. 1-bed rent
$741/mo
Avg. household income
$66,880/yr
Avg. home value
$152,847
Avg. monthly cost
$2,688/mo
Cheapest county
Red Willow County
$2,596/mo for a single person
Most expensive county
Washington County
$3,348/mo for a single person

Last updated May 21, 2026

Taxes in Nebraska

State income, sales and local tax rates.

State income tax
5.84%
Top marginal rate

Nebraska has a graduated state income tax ranging from 2.46% to 5.84%.

State sales tax
5.50%
Combined sales tax
7.00%
incl. average local of 1.50%

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Rent in Nebraska

The average one-bedroom rent across Nebraska is $741/mo. Rent varies from $691/mo in Antelope County to $1,052/mo in Washington County.

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Cheapest places to live in Nebraska

Top 10 counties by estimated single-person monthly cost.

Rankings include rent, utilities, groceries, transport, healthcare and taxes. See our methodology.

Most expensive places to live in Nebraska

Top 10 counties by estimated single-person monthly cost.

Highest earning counties in Nebraska

Top 10 by average household income.

All 93 counties in Nebraska

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Frequently asked questions about Nebraska

Common questions about cost of living, taxes and rent.

What is the cost of living in Nebraska?

The average cost of living in Nebraska is approximately $2,688 per month for a single person. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare and taxes. Costs range from $2,596/mo in Red Willow County to $3,348/mo in Washington County.

What is the average rent in Nebraska?

The average one-bedroom rent in Nebraska is $741 per month, based on HUD Fair Market Rent data across all 93 counties.

What is the average salary in Nebraska?

The average household income in Nebraska is $66,880 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

Does Nebraska have state income tax?

Yes, Nebraska has a graduated income tax ranging from 2.46% to 5.84%.

What is the sales tax in Nebraska?

The combined state and local sales tax rate in Nebraska averages 7.00%. The state rate is 5.50% with an average local addition of 1.50%.

What are the cheapest places to live in Nebraska?

The cheapest counties to live in Nebraska based on overall monthly costs are: 1. McPherson County ($2,283/mo), 2. Dawes County ($2,324/mo), 3. Keya Paha County ($2,385/mo), 4. Garden County ($2,415/mo), 5. Grant County ($2,429/mo).

What are the most expensive places to live in Nebraska?

The most expensive counties to live in Nebraska based on overall monthly costs are: 1. Washington County ($3,348/mo), 2. Sarpy County ($3,298/mo), 3. Cass County ($3,205/mo), 4. Douglas County ($3,178/mo), 5. Saunders County ($3,000/mo).

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About this data

All figures on this page come from official U.S. government sources.

  • U.S. Census Bureau (ACS 5-Year Estimates)
  • HUD Fair Market Rents FY2025
  • Energy Information Administration (EIA)
  • Tax Foundation state and local rates
Methodology All data sources