Cost of Living in Monroe, NE
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
94.2
100 = national avg
-5.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$41,433
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$97,932
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing82.7
Food100.6
Transportation101.3
Healthcare100.5
Utilities96.9
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$809
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,061
per month
The overall cost of living index in Monroe is 94.2, which is 5.8% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 82.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $41,433 per year to cover basic expenses.