Dorchester, NE Cost of Living


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United States / Nebraska / No Metro Area / Saline County / Dorchester / Zip Codes

Dorchester cost of living score
78.2
Less expensive
21.8% lower
than the US average
10.9% lower
than the Nebraska average
Dorchester, Nebraska gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 78.2, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 21.8% lower than the U.S. average and 10.9% higher than the average for Nebraska.

Dorchester, NE

Housing costs in Dorchester?
A typical home costs $194,700, which is 42.4% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 14.6% less expensive than the average Nebraska home, at $228,100. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Dorchester costs $810 per month, which is 43.4% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 19.8% cheaper than the state average of $970.

Can I afford Dorchester?
To live comfortably in Dorchester, Nebraska, a minimum annual income of $37,440 for a family, and $26,000 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Dorchester?
Dorchester, NE is known for its low cost of living. According to Sperling's Best Places, the cost of living in Dorchester is an impressive 14% lower than the national average. This makes it especially attractive for young families or retirees looking to stretch their budget. Groceries, healthcare and housing costs are all significantly lower than the national average. With a median home value of $122,500, utilities on average costing only around $95 per month, and a wide variety of affordable restaurants in the area, Dorchester provides residents with a comfortable quality of life at an amazing price.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesDorchesterNebraskaUnited States
  78.287.8100.0
  9594.9100
  134.3131.3100.0
  40.070.3100.0
  $194,700$228,100$338,100
  90.7%95.0%100.0%
  71.376.1100.0
  98.9114.3100.0

   100=National Average

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