Cost of Living in Clearwater, NE
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
85.1
100 = national avg
-14.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$37,436
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$88,485
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing66.6
Food97.1
Transportation94.3
Healthcare97.7
Utilities91.6
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 Clearwater is 85.1, which is 14.9% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 66.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $37,436 per year to cover basic expenses.