Cost of Living in Hardy, NE
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
77.7
100 = national avg
-22.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$34,183
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$80,795
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing49.1
Food96.1
Transportation92.2
Healthcare96.9
Utilities87.5
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 Hardy is 77.7, which is 22.3% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 49.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $34,183 per year to cover basic expenses.