Cost of Living in Bayard, NE
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
82.6
100 = national avg
-17.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$36,339
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$85,893
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing59.6
Food97.2
Transportation94.5
Healthcare97.8
Utilities90.3
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$789
per month
2 Bedroom
$961
per month
The overall cost of living index in Bayard is 82.6, which is 17.4% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 59.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $36,339 per year to cover basic expenses.