Cost of Living in Platte Center, NE
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
101.7
100 = national avg
+1.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$44,729
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$105,723
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing88.8
Food107.2
Transportation110.4
Healthcare105.8
Utilities102.1
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 Platte Center is 101.7, which is 1.7% above the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 88.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $44,729 per year to cover basic expenses.