Cost of Living in Dalton, NE
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
90.9
100 = national avg
-9.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$40,015
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$94,581
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing76.3
Food99.7
Transportation99.4
Healthcare99.7
Utilities95.1
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$828
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,086
per month
The overall cost of living index in Dalton is 90.9, which is 9.1% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 76.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $40,015 per year to cover basic expenses.