Cost of Living in Newcastle, NE
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
94.8
100 = national avg
-5.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$41,730
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$98,634
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing66.1
Food108.3
Transportation116.6
Healthcare106.6
Utilities98.2
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$862
per month
2 Bedroom
$961
per month
The overall cost of living index in Newcastle is 94.8, which is 5.2% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 66.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $41,730 per year to cover basic expenses.