Cost of Living in Bellwood, NE

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13%
Overall NAT. AVG.
4%
Groceries NAT. AVG.
36%
Housing NAT. AVG.
Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
The cost of living index is based on a national average of 100. For example, if the cost of living score is 90, then the estimated cost of living is 10% lower than the national average. If the score is 110, then the estimated cost of living is 10% higher than average. The overall index is calculated using weighted estimates across major everyday expense categories, including housing (30%), groceries (16%), transportation (12%), healthcare (10%), utilities (8%), lifestyle and entertainment (8%), household expenses (8%), and education and childcare (8%). All values are AI-assisted city-level estimates designed for directional comparisons.
Index Bellwood Nebraska National
Cost of living8791100
Groceries9697100
Health care9698100
Housing6476100
Transportation10299100
Utilities9696100
Lifestyle & Entertainment9797100
Household Items9598100
Education & Childcare9696100
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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in Bellwood is 4% lower than the Nebraska average
  • The cost of living in Bellwood is 13% lower than the national average
  • Bellwood housing is 36% lower than the national average
  • Nebraska general sales tax is 8% higher than the national average
  • Nebraska state income tax is 5% lower than the national average

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      Median Income & Debt-To-Income Ratio

      Median Income Per Year Per Month Max Budget (28% DTI) Max Budget (36% DTI)
      Owners$94,003$7,834$2,193$2,820
      Renters$70,679$5,890$1,649$2,121

      Nebraska Sales Tax

      State General Sales Tax With Max Surtax
      Nebraska 5.5% 7.5%

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      Nebraska 2.46% 6.64%

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      Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
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