Cost of Living in Cheney, NE
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
145.7
100 = national avg
+45.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$64,115
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$151,545
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing156.4
Food127.9
Transportation155.8
Healthcare122.3
Utilities128.0
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$926
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,141
per month
The overall cost of living index in Cheney is 145.7, which is 45.7% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 156.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $64,115 per year to cover basic expenses.