Cost of Living in Lincoln, NE
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
110.4
100 = national avg
+10.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$48,574
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$114,810
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing127.6
Food103.5
Transportation87.4
Healthcare102.8
Utilities107.6
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$926
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,141
per month
The overall cost of living index in Lincoln is 110.4, which is 10.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 127.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $48,574 per year to cover basic expenses.