Cost of Living in Lincoln, ND
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
124.0
100 = national avg
+24.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$54,539
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$128,910
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing131.7
Food113.7
Transportation127.5
Healthcare111.0
Utilities114.6
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,030
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,175
per month
The overall cost of living index in Lincoln is 124.0, which is 24.0% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 131.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $54,539 per year to cover basic expenses.