Cost of Living in Lewiston, NE
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
51.7
100 = national avg
-48.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$22,764
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$53,807
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing26.6
Food76.3
Transportation52.5
Healthcare81.0
Utilities71.1
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$753
per month
2 Bedroom
$961
per month
The overall cost of living index in Lewiston is 51.7, which is 48.3% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 26.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $22,764 per year to cover basic expenses.