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Gretna

Pop. 9,193·2nd most expensive in Nebraska·Gretna rents are up 18.3% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$1,818/mo
Year-over-Year
+18.3%
Month-over-Month
+0.6%
vs US Median
-$144
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Gretna · $1,818
More affordable than 53% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Affordability
18% of income
VERY AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,818/mo, rent takes about 18% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$73,000/yr
Local median income
$123,992/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Gretna's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,190
1 BR
$1,270
2 BR
$1,520
3 BR
$2,020
4 BR+
$2,250
Fair Market Rent (HUD)
$1,520/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $1,818 market median above, and that is expected: FMR is the 40th percentile of standard-quality units and counts gross rent, so it includes essential utilities such as electricity, water, gas, sewer, and trash. The market median is asking rent, which usually excludes utilities. HUD sets FMR once a year; market rent here updates monthly.

Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents. Read the methodology →

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

Annual cost
$21,816/yr
At $1,818/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 18.3% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+18.3% YoY, +0.6% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Gretna, NE is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income above the national average, 50.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
9,193
Median income
$123,992
Median age
36.3
Renters
24.7%
Age distribution
30.5%
17.9%
32.2%
Under 1830.5%
18–3417.9%
35–5432.2%
55–648.9%
65+10.6%
Gender
50.8%
49.2%
Male50.8%
Female49.2%
Race & ethnicity
89.8%
White89.8%
Hispanic4.9%
Other5%
Education (25+)
16.5%
31.3%
50.4%
No HS diploma1.8%
HS diploma16.5%
Some college31.3%
Bachelor's+50.4%
Housing tenure
75.3%
24.7%
Owner75.3%
Renter24.7%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How Gretna, NE has changed in 5 years

Income
$85,476 → $123,992
up 45.1%
Population
5,106 → 9,193
up 80.0%
Renter share
35.4% → 24.7%
-10.7 pts
Bachelor's+
40.5% → 50.4%
+9.9 pts

Census figures show median household income at $123,992 today, compared with $85,476 five years earlier. Census counts show Gretna, NE adding about 4,087 residents over the five-year window, up 80.0% on net. The renter share has eased from 35.4% to 24.7%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 40.5% to 50.4% across the same window.

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Gretna rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Gretna. Click any size for full breakdown.

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About renting in Gretna, NE

Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Gretna is $1,818/mo as of August 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,190/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,520/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,270/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,020/mo.

At 18% of local median household income ($123,992/yr), Gretna ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 18.3% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Gretna an affordable city for renters?

Gretna is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,818/mo, rent takes approximately 18% of the local median household income ($123,992/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Gretna falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Gretna?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $73,000/year (~$35/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,818/mo in Gretna. The local median household income is $123,992/yr, meaning the typical Gretna household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Gretna?

Rent in Gretna has increased 18.3% over the past year as of August 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Gretna rent compare to other cities in Nebraska?

Gretna is one of the pricier cities in Nebraska for rent, ranking #2 out of 14 tracked cities at $1,818/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Gretna?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Gretna ($1,818/mo): Plattsmouth ($1,341/mo), La Vista ($1,359/mo), Omaha ($1,428/mo).

What percentage of Gretna residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 24.7% of Gretna households are renters, while 75.3% are owner-occupied. Gretna leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Gretna rent compare to the national average?

Gretna's median rent of $1,818/mo is $144 (7%) below the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within Nebraska, it ranks #2 out of 14 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
18%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,818/mo, rent takes ~18% of Gretna's median household income ($123,992/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Gretna 18%Benchmark 30%
State income tax2.46–5.84%
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