Cost of Living in Wood River, NE
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
102.2
100 = national avg
+2.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$44,960
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$106,270
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing85.4
Food108.5
Transportation117.1
Healthcare106.8
Utilities102.2
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$978
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,215
per month
The overall cost of living index in Wood River is 102.2, which is 2.2% above the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 85.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $44,960 per year to cover basic expenses.