Cost of Living in Bennington, NE
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
150.2
100 = national avg
+50.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$66,089
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$156,210
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing175.1
Food125.2
Transportation150.4
Healthcare120.2
Utilities130.1
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,148
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,368
per month
The overall cost of living index in Bennington is 150.2, which is 50.2% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 175.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $66,089 per year to cover basic expenses.