What it actually costs to live in
Douglas County, NE.
Living wage breakdown for Douglas County, Nebraska — by household size.
Living wage by household size
| Household | Hourly | Annual |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Adult | $16.15 | $33,598 |
| 1 Adult, 1 Child | $25.22 | $52,450 |
| 1 Adult, 2 Children | $33.86 | $70,428 |
| 1 Adult, 3 Children | $42.32 | $88,025 |
| 2 Adults (1 working) | $21.84 | $45,429 |
| 2 Adults, 1 Child | $31.00 | $64,476 |
| 2 Adults, 2 Children | $39.33 | $81,806 |
| 2 Adults, 3 Children | $47.47 | $98,745 |
Annual cost breakdown (1 Adult)
| Category | Annual Cost | Monthly |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | $9,837 | $820 |
| Food | $4,428 | $369 |
| Medical | $3,426 | $286 |
| Transportation | $5,122 | $427 |
| Childcare | $0 | $0 |
| Civic & Other | $2,093 | $174 |
| Personal & Misc | $2,644 | $220 |
| Taxes | $6,048 | $504 |
| Total | $33,598 | $2,800 |
Wage comparison
Living wage$16.15/hr
Minimum wage$13.50/hr
Poverty wage$7.52/hr
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