Cost of Living in Brainard, NE
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
96.4
100 = national avg
-3.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$42,405
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$100,229
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing80.7
Food106.4
Transportation98.3
Healthcare105.1
Utilities100.0
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 Brainard is 96.4, which is 3.6% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 80.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $42,405 per year to cover basic expenses.