Cost of Living in Thurston, NE
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
91.2
100 = national avg
-8.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$40,136
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$94,868
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing65.5
Food104.5
Transportation108.9
Healthcare103.6
Utilities95.8
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$799
per month
2 Bedroom
$961
per month
The overall cost of living index in Thurston is 91.2, which is 8.8% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 65.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $40,136 per year to cover basic expenses.