Cost of Living in Indianola, NE
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
74.7
100 = national avg
-25.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$32,849
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$77,644
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing60.6
Food87.9
Transportation75.8
Healthcare90.3
Utilities84.9
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 Indianola is 74.7, which is 25.3% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 60.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $32,849 per year to cover basic expenses.