Special Interest
Housing in Hall County
Both Census and HUD figures represent gross rent — contract rent plus estimated utility costs for electricity, heat, water, and sewer.
Rent in Hall County averages $943/month for a 2‑bedroom in 2024, compared to the Nebraska median of $1,072 and the national median of $1,413. Local renters spend approximately 28% of household income on rent, below the national average of 32%.
HUD 2026 50th Percentile Rent Estimates for Hall County FMR Area are $916 for a studio, $1,034 for 1‑bedroom, $1,284 for 2‑bedroom, $1,617 for 3‑bedroom, and $2,118 for 4‑bedroom.
HUD 2026 Rent Estimates reflect market movement since 2024 Census data — a $341 increase for a 2-bedroom in Hall County shows a 36% rise over that period.
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics annual unemployment rate for Hall County was 3.1% in 2024, compared to Nebraska at 2.8% and the national rate of 4.0%.
