Cost of Living in Benedict, NE
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
84.3
100 = national avg
-15.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$37,100
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$87,690
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing65.9
Food96.6
Transportation93.2
Healthcare97.3
Utilities91.1
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$766
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,005
per month
The overall cost of living index in Benedict is 84.3, which is 15.7% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 65.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $37,100 per year to cover basic expenses.