Cost of Living in Waverly, NE
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
135.7
100 = national avg
+35.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$59,712
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$141,138
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing132.8
Food134.1
Transportation123.2
Healthcare127.3
Utilities127.0
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$926
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,141
per month
The overall cost of living index in Waverly is 135.7, which is 35.7% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 132.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $59,712 per year to cover basic expenses.