Cost of Living in Ainsworth, NE
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
81.5
100 = national avg
-18.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$35,881
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$84,810
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing75.4
Food89.5
Transportation79.0
Healthcare91.6
Utilities88.8
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$732
per month
2 Bedroom
$961
per month
The overall cost of living index in Ainsworth is 81.5, which is 18.5% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 75.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $35,881 per year to cover basic expenses.