Polk, NE Cost of Living


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Polk cost of living score
82
Less expensive
18.0% lower
than the US average
6.6% lower
than the Nebraska average
Polk, Nebraska gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 82, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 18.0% lower than the U.S. average and 6.6% higher than the average for Nebraska.

Polk, NE

Housing costs in Polk?
A typical home costs $122,400, which is 63.8% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 46.3% less expensive than the average Nebraska home, at $228,100. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Polk costs $820 per month, which is 42.7% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 18.3% cheaper than the state average of $970.

Can I afford Polk?
To live comfortably in Polk, Nebraska, a minimum annual income of $23,400 for a family, and $24,800 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Polk?
The cost of living in Polk, NE is relatively low compared to the national average. The median home value is $85,700, which is lower than the U.S. median of $217,600. Renters can find decent housing for a reasonable price; the median rent in Polk is $543 per month for a one-bedroom apartment. Groceries and other essentials are also affordable. In general, most people find that their money goes a lot further in Polk than it would in other cities. Residents appreciate the low cost of living while still having access to quality education and healthcare options.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesPolkNebraskaUnited States
  82.087.8100.0
  91.794.9100
  150.7131.3100.0
  20.470.3100.0
  $122,400$228,100$338,100
  96.3%95.0%100.0%
  69.576.1100.0
  121.9114.3100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 4 years ago

I've lived in this town and I love it because it is peaceful and everyone is friendly and knows one  More

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