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Cost of Living in Oak, NE

Population: 57 | Nebraska

73
Cost of Living Index
US Average = 100

Oak is 27% less expensive than the national average.

100
Housing
5
Home Values
91
Regional Price

Cost of Living in Oak, NE: What You Need to Know

With a cost of living index of 73, Oak, NE is one of the most affordable cities in the country. Living here is 27% cheaper than the national average and in line with the Nebraska state average. Oak is a small community of 57 residents.

The median household income in Oak is $43,125, which is 43% lower than the national median of $75,149. Lower incomes here are balanced by the significantly lower cost of living, stretching each dollar further.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Oak. The area sees an average annual temperature of 51.9°F, with summers averaging 75°F and winters around 29°F. Annual rainfall totals 26.4 inches spread over roughly 91 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.

Income

Median Household Income
$43,125
vs US Median ($75,149)
-43%

Housing

Median Home Value
$15,600
Median Monthly Housing Cost
$395/mo

Climate in Oak

NOAA 30-year normals (1991-2020)

51.9°F
Avg Temperature
26.4"
Rainfall / Year
91d
Rainy Days / Year
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
High °F 36 41 53 63 73 84 88 85 79 65 51 39
Avg °F 26 30 41 51 62 73 77 75 66 53 40 29
Low °F 16 19 29 39 51 62 66 64 54 41 28 19
Rain" 0.6 0.8 1.3 2.7 4.4 3.7 3.6 3.4 2.1 2.0 1.1 0.9

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