Cost of Living in Fairbury, NE
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
76.8
100 = national avg
-23.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$33,778
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$79,838
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing64.9
Food89.6
Transportation72.7
Healthcare91.7
Utilities86.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$759
per month
2 Bedroom
$961
per month
The overall cost of living index in Fairbury is 76.8, which is 23.2% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 64.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $33,778 per year to cover basic expenses.