Cost of Living in Odessa, NE
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
72.7
100 = national avg
-27.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$31,988
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$75,607
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing78.7
Food78.2
Transportation56.4
Healthcare82.5
Utilities82.6
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$863
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,031
per month
The overall cost of living index in Odessa is 72.7, which is 27.3% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 78.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $31,988 per year to cover basic expenses.