Cost of Living in Rising City, NE

With a cost of living index of 58, Rising City, NE is one of the most affordable cities in the country. Living here is 42% cheaper than the national average and 14% below the Nebraska state average of 72. Rising City is a small community of 270 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Rising City's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $567 (57% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $110,000 (64% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 1.5x the median household income — well within traditional affordability guidelines.

The median household income in Rising City is $74,375, which is 1% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 9% 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 Rising City. The area sees an average annual temperature of 52.3°F, with summers averaging 76°F and winters around 28°F. Annual rainfall totals 29.3 inches spread over roughly 95 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.