Cost of Living in Wausa, NE
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
90.7
100 = national avg
-9.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$39,893
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$94,292
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing69.8
Food102.1
Transportation104.1
Healthcare101.7
Utilities95.2
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$732
per month
2 Bedroom
$961
per month
The overall cost of living index in Wausa is 90.7, which is 9.3% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 69.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $39,893 per year to cover basic expenses.