Cost of Living in Columbus, NE
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
98.7
100 = national avg
-1.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$43,422
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$102,635
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing103.2
Food101.4
Transportation77.9
Healthcare101.1
Utilities101.5
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$809
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,061
per month
The overall cost of living index in Columbus is 98.7, which is 1.3% below the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 103.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $43,422 per year to cover basic expenses.