Cost of Living in Lancaster County, NE

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

Median Income

$70,387

Median Rent

$997/mo

Median Home

$239,900

Affordability

364

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$1,213
Property Tax$320
Insurance$80

Total Monthly$1,613
% of Income27.5%

Renting

Median Rent$997
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$1,022
% of Income17%

Living in Lancaster County, Nebraska

Lancaster County has a median household income of $70,387 with housing costs that represent 27.5% of income for owners and 17% for renters. Housing costs are within the recommended 30% of income threshold.

The affordability index of 364 (100 = median income perfectly covers median housing costs) gives a quick snapshot. Use our calculator for a comprehensive comparison across counties, including taxes, utilities, healthcare, and commute costs.

Compare Cost of Living Across Counties

Enter two locations and get a side-by-side comparison of housing, taxes, utilities, transportation, and overall affordability with salary adjustment calculations.

Start Free Comparison

Other Counties in Nebraska

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.