Cost of Living in Hadar, NE

With a cost of living index of 80, Hadar, NE is a very affordable place to live. Living here is 20% cheaper than the national average and 8% above the Nebraska state average of 72. Hadar is a small community of 320 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Hadar's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,016 (23% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $210,000 (31% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 2.8x the median household income — well within traditional affordability guidelines.

The median household income in Hadar is $75,521, which is 0% higher than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 16% of household income on rent. This is a comfortable ratio, well below the 30% threshold that financial experts recommend as a maximum.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Hadar. The area sees an average annual temperature of 49.2°F, with summers averaging 73°F and winters around 25°F. Annual rainfall totals 27 inches spread over roughly 98 days. Cold winters mean higher heating bills, an important cost-of-living consideration.

Data sources: US Census Bureau (ACS 2023), Zillow Home Values, HUD Fair Market Rents, BEA Regional Price Parities, BLS Average Prices, and NOAA Climate Normals. Updated monthly.