Cost of Living in Friend, NE
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
110.6
100 = national avg
+10.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$48,678
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$115,057
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing93.0
Food114.9
Transportation129.7
Healthcare111.9
Utilities107.5
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 Friend is 110.6, which is 10.6% above the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 93.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $48,678 per year to cover basic expenses.