Cost of Living in Cook, NE
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
83.8
100 = national avg
-16.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$36,884
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$87,181
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing56.5
Food99.9
Transportation99.8
Healthcare99.9
Utilities91.2
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$748
per month
2 Bedroom
$982
per month
The overall cost of living index in Cook is 83.8, which is 16.2% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 56.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $36,884 per year to cover basic expenses.