Cost of Living in Dorchester, 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)
$37,455
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$88,529
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing70.5
Food95.5
Transportation91.1
Healthcare96.4
Utilities91.4
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 Dorchester is 85.1, which is 14.9% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 70.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $37,455 per year to cover basic expenses.