Cost of Living in Ashland, NE
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
114.9
100 = national avg
+14.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$50,534
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$119,445
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing111.6
Food111.9
Transportation123.7
Healthcare109.5
Utilities109.4
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$956
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,089
per month
The overall cost of living index in Ashland is 114.9, which is 14.9% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 111.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $50,534 per year to cover basic expenses.