Cost of Living in Howard County, NE

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

Median Income

$70,766

Median Rent

$816/mo

Median Home

$181,600

Affordability

507

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$918
Property Tax$185
Insurance$61

Total Monthly$1,164
% of Income19.7%

Renting

Median Rent$816
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$841
% of Income13.8%

Living in Howard County, Nebraska

Howard County has a median household income of $70,766 with housing costs that represent 19.7% of income for owners and 13.8% 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.