Cost of Living in Hayes County, NE

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

Median Income

$59,405

Median Rent

$488/mo

Median Home

$104,800

Affordability

733

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$530
Property Tax$110
Insurance$35

Total Monthly$675
% of Income13.6%

Renting

Median Rent$488
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$513
% of Income9.9%

Living in Hayes County, Nebraska

Hayes County has a median household income of $59,405 with housing costs that represent 13.6% of income for owners and 9.9% 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.