Cost of Living in Western, NE
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
69.5
100 = national avg
-30.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$30,593
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$72,311
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing52.1
Food85.7
Transportation71.3
Healthcare88.5
Utilities81.8
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 Western is 69.5, which is 30.5% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 52.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $30,593 per year to cover basic expenses.