Cost of Living in Nemaha, IA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
82.9
100 = national avg
-17.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$36,477
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$86,218
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing72.9
Food92.0
Transportation84.1
Healthcare93.6
Utilities89.8
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$791
per month
2 Bedroom
$919
per month
The overall cost of living index in Nemaha is 82.9, which is 17.1% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 72.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $36,477 per year to cover basic expenses.