Omaha, NE

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 8/10
accessibility Hospitals 10/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Haven. The area has numerous high-quality hospitals and healthcare facilities within close proximity, offering excellent access to care.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
488,197 332.4M (US)
Median Age
35.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
58.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
40.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$72,708 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
14.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$230,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$755 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$963 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
54.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Douglas County
5
Omaha Metro Area
4
Nebraska
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Douglas County
6
Omaha Metro Area
5
Nebraska
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 6 22
Feb 1 6 27
Mar 2 5 38
Apr 3 1 50
May 4 0 61
Jun 5 0 71
Jul 4 0 75
Aug 4 0 73
Sep 3 0 65
Oct 2 1 52
Nov 2 2 38
Dec 1 6 25

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 45% of residents leaning left and 49% leaning right.

Liberal (46%) (50%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 45%
Hillary Clinton 48%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, NE State Senate District 6, NE
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Schools

Westbrook Elementary School
1 miles, E • 2.3 star
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Colleges

College of Saint Mary
2 miles, SE • 2.3 star
University of Nebraska at Omaha
2 miles, SE • 2.8 star
The Creative Center
2 miles, N • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

The Nebraska Methodist Hospital
<1 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Chi Health Bergan Mercy
2 miles, S • 4.1 star
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Airports

Eppley Airfield
9 miles, E • 2.8 star
Lincoln Airport
46 miles, W • 1 star
Central Nebraska Regional Airport
119 miles, W • 1 star
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