Cost of Living in Niobrara, NE
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
66.6
100 = national avg
-33.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$29,305
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$69,266
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing58.3
Food79.8
Transportation59.6
Healthcare83.8
Utilities79.5
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$732
per month
2 Bedroom
$961
per month
The overall cost of living index in Niobrara is 66.6, which is 33.4% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 58.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $29,305 per year to cover basic expenses.