Cost of Living in Chalco, NE
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
120.8
100 = national avg
+20.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$53,135
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$125,592
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing126.7
Food112.2
Transportation124.5
Healthcare109.8
Utilities112.7
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 Chalco is 120.8, which is 20.8% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 126.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $53,135 per year to cover basic expenses.