Cost of Living in Omaha, NE
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
113.4
100 = national avg
+13.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$49,879
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$117,895
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing131.2
Food105.6
Transportation90.1
Healthcare104.5
Utilities109.6
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,148
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,368
per month
The overall cost of living index in Omaha is 113.4, which is 13.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 131.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $49,879 per year to cover basic expenses.