Cost of Living in Kearney, NE
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
108.8
100 = national avg
+8.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$47,870
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$113,148
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing115.7
Food103.3
Transportation106.7
Healthcare102.7
Utilities105.2
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$863
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,031
per month
The overall cost of living index in Kearney is 108.8, which is 8.8% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 115.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $47,870 per year to cover basic expenses.