Average Rent in Dixon County, NE↑ Rents rising 5.5% YoY🔻 2nd cheapest in NE
HUD FY2027 · Official government data · Updated annually · Metro pop. 5,561
Market Overview
Dixon County, NE has rental prices ranging from $894/month to $1,583/month in 2027, depending on unit size. The typical 1-bedroom apartment rents for $906/month — 35% below the national average of $1,400/month. With a median household income of $69,156/year, spending $906/month on a 1-bedroom represents 16% of gross income — within the recommended 30% threshold.
How Dixon County Compares
With an average 2-bedroom rent of $1,014/month, Dixon County ranks #88 most expensive of the 89 cities tracked in Nebraska — more affordable than 63% of all US cities in our data.
The Dixon County Rental Market
The Dixon County, NE area has a population of about 5,561 and 23% of households renting rather than owning. That renter share runs below the US average of ~34%, a more homeowner-heavy market where rental inventory can be limited.
Rent Trends
2-bedroom rents in Dixon County, NE have risen by $53/month (5.5%) over the past year, from $961 to $1,014. This modest growth is consistent with broader inflationary trends seen across US rental markets.
Affordability
To afford a 1-bedroom apartment in Dixon County, NE without exceeding the 30% housing cost guideline, a renter needs an annual income of approximately $36,240. The local median household income of $69,156 exceeds that threshold by $32,916, making Dixon County relatively accessible compared to local wages.
Fair Market Rents
HUD FY2027Is Dixon County, NE Affordable?
Income needed to rent or buy, price history, and how this city compares to nearby metros.
Affordability Index(30% income rule)
Nearby Cities in NElargest metros in the state
| City | Studio | 1BR | 2BR | 3BR | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln | $948 | $1,009 | $1,230 | $1,703 | — |
| Hall County | $902 | $972 | $1,210 | $1,505 | — |
| Buffalo County | $899 | $904 | $1,097 | $1,432 | — |
| Dodge County | $874 | $923 | $1,207 | $1,438 | — |
| Scotts Bluff County | $712 | $782 | $1,023 | $1,294 | — |
| Madison County | $753 | $866 | $1,082 | $1,400 | — |
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