Cost of Living in Butler County, NE

What does it cost to live in Butler County? Income, housing, and affordability breakdown.

Median Income

$75,690

Median Rent

$740/mo

Median Home

$150,400

Affordability

656

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$761
Property Tax$150
Insurance$50

Total Monthly$961
% of Income15.2%

Renting

Median Rent$740
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$765
% of Income11.7%

Living in Butler County, Nebraska

Butler County has a median household income of $75,690 with housing costs that represent 15.2% of income for owners and 11.7% for renters. Housing costs are within the recommended 30% of income threshold.

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County-level data from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2022 5-Year Estimates. Additional sources: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Bureau of Economic Analysis. Estimates are county-level medians. This is not financial advice.