Cost of Living in Ralston, NE
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
109.7
100 = national avg
+9.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$48,269
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$114,090
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing129.9
Food100.1
Transportation90.6
Healthcare100.1
Utilities106.0
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 Ralston is 109.7, which is 9.7% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 129.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $48,269 per year to cover basic expenses.