Cost of Living in Center, NE
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
80.0
100 = national avg
-20.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$35,209
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$83,221
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing64.0
Food92.5
Transportation85.0
Healthcare94.0
Utilities88.3
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 Center is 80.0, which is 20.0% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 64.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $35,209 per year to cover basic expenses.