Cost of Living in Dakota City, NE
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
113.2
100 = national avg
+13.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$49,787
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$117,679
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing107.9
Food111.5
Transportation123.0
Healthcare109.2
Utilities108.5
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$925
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,154
per month
The overall cost of living index in Dakota City is 113.2, which is 13.2% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 107.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $49,787 per year to cover basic expenses.