Cost of Living in Fairfield, NE
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
85.6
100 = national avg
-14.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$37,681
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$89,063
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing72.1
Food95.5
Transportation91.0
Healthcare96.4
Utilities91.7
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 Fairfield is 85.6, which is 14.4% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 72.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $37,681 per year to cover basic expenses.