Cost of Living in Wauneta, NE
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
73.2
100 = national avg
-26.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$32,188
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$76,080
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing62.2
Food85.6
Transportation71.1
Healthcare88.4
Utilities83.8
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$738
per month
2 Bedroom
$961
per month
The overall cost of living index in Wauneta is 73.2, which is 26.8% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 62.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $32,188 per year to cover basic expenses.