Cost of Living in Dakota County, NE

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

Median Income

$66,112

Median Rent

$959/mo

Median Home

$158,700

Affordability

516

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$802
Property Tax$213
Insurance$53

Total Monthly$1,068
% of Income19.4%

Renting

Median Rent$959
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$984
% of Income17.4%

Living in Dakota County, Nebraska

Dakota County has a median household income of $66,112 with housing costs that represent 19.4% of income for owners and 17.4% 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.