Name: Omaha, NE
Rating: 0.0

( 61 Ratings )

Living in Omaha, NE

Ranks better than 83% of areas Follow

Population

479,529

Median Age

34.9 Years

Omaha Area Facts

Omaha has a Livability Score of 83_/100, which is considered exceptional
Omaha crime rates are 86% higher than the Nebraska average
Cost of living in Omaha is 7% higher than the Nebraska average

What do the locals think about Omaha?

74%

Family friendly

61%

Public transit is accessible

56%

Walkable to grocery stores

59%

Yards are well-kept

81%

Lots of parks

65%

Walkable to restaurants

Friendly neighbors

Safe at night

Pet friendly

Streets have sidewalks

22%

A quiet area

59%

Sense of community

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Omaha is pretty darn good 4.5 rating By Anonymous ( Sep 11, 2018) You get what you get. Like. You live in Nebraska. For the cost of living and the amount of fancy pants companies that are here? People want a big city OR a small town and Omaha isn't really either. No, people don't go out of their way to make you casseroles - unless you have a re ...Read More lationship with them. I have neighbors that are so friendly they helped me move in all my furniture and I have neighbors that told me to never bring over Christmas cookies again because they didn't know me. Both are fine. Read Less

Prospect Place Neighborhood Is Full Of Violence & Lunatics 0.5 rating By Anonymous ( Jul 31, 2018) My neighborhood has gotten so bad I want to move. Full of rude, disrespectful people. No one works or does much but cause problems. Trash all over. Run down houses. Kids running all over unsupervised. Loud music. Cop cars, ambulances, fire trucks and helicopter like grand theft a ...Read More uto on crack. Dog poops all the sidewalks. Foul smelling. Just nasty. Over grown weeds. Broken down cars with busted windows. Glass, nails in street. People sitting on porch smoking crack and other drugs. Houses are over priced. Neighbors keep us up all night long screaming , laughing , rap music. I feel like I live in the ghetto. Almost forgot about large rats, stray cats, roaches you name it. Read Less

Please Read Carefully 2.5 rating By B Red ( Mar 11, 2017) GOOGLE Omaha police deptREAD ALL REVIEWSKEEP YOUR FAMILY SAFE, THIS STATE AND CITY WILL NOTSTAY AWAY FROM LAST NAMES MENTIONED IN REVIEW PRAY FOR A BETTER CITY,BETTER CITY OFFICIALS,...BETTER JUSTICE.DESPITE THIS....RACISTS WHITES HIDE BEHIND BADGES, TEAM UP WITH RELATIVE INFORMA ...Read More NTS, AND POST FAKE THINGS THAT THEY'D NEVER SAY TO ANY BLK PERSON ANYWHERE OR HERE...SAME OL EVERYWHERE. SCARY PPL THAT NO ONE CARES ABOUTI'M BORN AND RAISED HERE...AND FOR THE MOST PART PPL ARE ALWAYS GOING TO BE DIFFERENT. .WE EMBRACE THIS...ALL KINDS OF PPL HERE....AND WE HELP EACH OTHER AND BEFRIEND EACH OTHER NO MATTER WHAT RACE,HOBBY,DRUG,LIFE PROBLEM,ETC...THAT PART OF OUR CITY I WILL LOVE FOREVER...WE MATCH MORALS, VALUES, AND INTELLIGENCE...SOME PPL SHOULD STAY WHERE THEY ARE...THANK ME LATER Read Less

im really stressed to be here 0.5 rating By lovemusic32 ( Dec 05, 2015) Im a Russian tourist here. Im planning to move in US to be with my boyfriend later, he is from Omaha. Honestly im 1 percent sure i will be able to stay here. Streets are empty, people are unfriendly. I was almost hit twice by some drivers. Mostly it seemed to me that drivers didn ...Read More 't get used to people crossing the street, walking by foot. I don't drive a car and i don't think i will, because i used to use the public transport and i used to walk a lot. The metro system is just disgusting. Bus drivers doesn't seem to be respectful at all. Bus stops are not shown or claimed at all, it is just ridiculous. How do i know where i should get off the bus? I know it's not the city for visitor but THESE are elementary things to create some comfort for people. It is SO frustrating. I just fight myself every day here to come outside and i fail. I know im not that strong but i tried hard to give myself the chance to that city and make sure myself that im safe here, but i failed. May be it is great for those who grew up here, but it is absolutely depressing for visitors like me. Read Less

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Please Read Carefully 2.5 rating By B Red ( Mar 11, 2017) GOOGLE Omaha police deptREAD ALL REVIEWSKEEP YOUR FAMILY SAFE, THIS STATE AND CITY WILL NOTSTAY AWAY FROM LAST NAMES MENTIONED IN REVIEW PRAY FOR A BETTER CITY,BETTER CITY OFFICIALS,...BETTER JUSTICE.DESPITE THIS....RACISTS WHITES HIDE BEHIND BADGES, TEAM UP WITH RELATIVE INFORMA ...Read More NTS, AND POST FAKE THINGS THAT THEY'D NEVER SAY TO ANY BLK PERSON ANYWHERE OR HERE...SAME OL EVERYWHERE. SCARY PPL THAT NO ONE CARES ABOUTI'M BORN AND RAISED HERE...AND FOR THE MOST PART PPL ARE ALWAYS GOING TO BE DIFFERENT. .WE EMBRACE THIS...ALL KINDS OF PPL HERE....AND WE HELP EACH OTHER AND BEFRIEND EACH OTHER NO MATTER WHAT RACE,HOBBY,DRUG,LIFE PROBLEM,ETC...THAT PART OF OUR CITY I WILL LOVE FOREVER...WE MATCH MORALS, VALUES, AND INTELLIGENCE...SOME PPL SHOULD STAY WHERE THEY ARE...THANK ME LATER Read Less

im really stressed to be here 0.5 rating By lovemusic32 ( Dec 05, 2015) Im a Russian tourist here. Im planning to move in US to be with my boyfriend later, he is from Omaha. Honestly im 1 percent sure i will be able to stay here. Streets are empty, people are unfriendly. I was almost hit twice by some drivers. Mostly it seemed to me that drivers didn ...Read More 't get used to people crossing the street, walking by foot. I don't drive a car and i don't think i will, because i used to use the public transport and i used to walk a lot. The metro system is just disgusting. Bus drivers doesn't seem to be respectful at all. Bus stops are not shown or claimed at all, it is just ridiculous. How do i know where i should get off the bus? I know it's not the city for visitor but THESE are elementary things to create some comfort for people. It is SO frustrating. I just fight myself every day here to come outside and i fail. I know im not that strong but i tried hard to give myself the chance to that city and make sure myself that im safe here, but i failed. May be it is great for those who grew up here, but it is absolutely depressing for visitors like me. Read Less

Worst place I have ever lived! I can't wait to be able to relocate!!! 0.5 rating By Peggy68154 ( Feb 15, 2015) I hate Omaha! It is the most unfriendly place I have ever been. Nobody has been polite with even a hi back and smile. The crime rate is alarming. I watched the news a few days ago and they said there has been so many murders this year that it averages out to one per day. They had ...Read More many witnesses that even with a $25,000 reward people would not come forward. Totally do not feel safe, never allowed guns in my home but am now researching where to take gun safety class and shooting ranges and plan to buy a gun. After living here I am planning to get a permit to carry a gun. Never felt unsafe no matter where I lived before and never locked my door or car. I now lock both. Read Less

The Hidden Jewel of the Midwest 3.5 rating By Anonymous ( Dec 19, 2014) I have lived in Omaha for the past 5 years and have come to love this city. Omaha is truly a jewel in the rough. It is the type of Midwest town that brings the small-town feel with all of the big city amenities. Warren Buffet calls Omaha home as well living in his original home h ...Read More e bought before he was a billionaire.

I live in Omaha near the downtown which provides amazing access to the nightlife, restaurants, and the expanding art scene. Having relocated from Minneapolis, I have found Omaha to have everything the Twin Cities have but with a much more Mayberry feel (for those who liked the Andy Griffith Show). One thing I have noticed is that most people are easy going and crime is almost non-existent. It is really an amazing place to raise a family or find that special someone. You really can't go wrong with any of the local bars in the area and can often find the owners dinning alongside you. This community feel is what really makes the downtown special.

Having relocated from the Twin Cities I really thought that I would miss out on the professional sports. Omaha is home to a few very fun minor league teams from baseball to hockey. The tickets are cheap and the games are quite honestly a lot more enjoyable to watch. I never thought that Omaha would be where I call home, but I never plan on leaving this city. From the low unemployment rate to the amazing nightlife; Omaha has it all. If you're looking for a fun place to visit and get a sense of what small-town America really feels like then visit Omaha. Read Less

Omaha: The Big City that Doesn't Feel Too Big 4 rating By Anonymous ( Nov 25, 2011) I lived in Omaha, Nebraska for about 3 years, while I was going to college. I really enjoyed my time there, though I'm not sure I'd want to live there forever. Omaha is a good size city but it's not so huge that I ever felt overwhelmed or overcrowded. Living downtown was great, I ...Read More was only a short walk from the Old Market area where there are several cobble-stoned blocks full of great restaurants and unique shops. The Dundee Dell was a personal favorite, for its trademark fish and chips and because it has the world's largest selection of scotch. Because it's not a huge metropolis, Omaha's downtown doesn't feel touristy at all, but I never got bored living there either.

Around the downtown area, my friends and I would often go to shows at the Slowdown, a music venue near the baseball stadium. Since Omaha's one of the only large cities in the area, a lot of great, big-name bands make a stop there on their tour. One of the city's greatest traditions is the annual College Baseball World Series, when the whole town shows up at the stadium, as well as fans from all over the US. But the wonderful thing about Omaha is that it is so cheap to live there! It's got the big city feel without the hiked-up prices for apartments or events. After college, I was ready to move on and see more diverse parts of the country, but for a college student or for families, Omaha is a great place to live. Read Less

Omaha, Nebraska: A Surprisingly Great City! 4 rating By Anonymous ( Apr 30, 2010) My in-laws have lived in Omaha, Nebraska for the past five years, so I have made quite a few trips to see them. I'll admit, I was not too thrilled to be traveling there, as the idea of Omaha didn't seem too exciting. However, it turns out that Omaha actually has some really great ...Read More things to offer and some wonderful attractions to see.

The Henry Doorly Zoo in Omaha is an exceptional zoo, with an indoor swamp, indoor rainforest, and indoor desert area underneath a huge dome. The Omaha Children's Museum is also a fun place to take the kids, especially on a cold winter day, in which Omaha has its share! Another cool place is the Old Market, a fabulous area with unique Omaha restaurants, shopping and more.

My advice if you are going to Omaha is to stay away during the College World Series, as the city becomes very packed at that time. Also, if you go in the winter, be prepared for cold, harsh winds, and the potential for lots of snow. Overall though, Omaha is a surprisingly great city to visit or live in! Read Less

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In addition to being home to one of the top zoos in the world, over 450,000 people call Omaha home thanks to its nice amenities and cheap home prices. As Nebraska's largest city, Omaha is also home to the Collegiate World Series where each summer, the top college baseball teams come to compete for the National Championship. Another interesting fact about the city that New Yorkers are sure to argue with is that the city is actually the original home of the Reuben. If that does not want to make you move to this prototypical Midwestern city, what else will?

As indicated earlier, homeowners are able to get a lot of home for their money when they shop in Omaha. The city is home to several universities, and it is also blessed with an amazing public school system that helps children achieve a lot from young ages. Foodies will fall in love with Omaha since it is at the leading edge of the farm to fork movement as fresh Nebraska fruits, vegetables, meat, and dairy are incorporated into an ever-increasing number of dishes on menus throughout the city.

Whether you decide to settle in Elkhorn, the Old Market, Midtown Crossing, or Malcom X, Omaha is home to some eclectic areas that have a unique character and charm. Getting around town is not very difficult since traffic is not a major problem, although there can be some slowdowns during peak travel periods. Omaha Metro does offer public transportation options for citizens in the city, although the majority of people in Omaha typically commute via car.

If you are looking for things to do in Omaha other than the zoo or baseball, you are in luck. Lauritzen Gardens offers visitors a great selection of flowers that is unrivaled in the entire state. The Old Market is the place to travel to if you want to try some delicious culinary delights or engage in some quirky shopping. The Durham Museum is an old train station that has been converted into an exhibition hall that hosts a wonderful array of items.

Omaha is home to a large number of military personnel, and it is also the headquarters for the U.S. nuclear enterprise. As such, the United States Air Force is one of the city's largest employers. In addition to jobs in the defense sector, many people in the city work at TD Ameritrade, Lincoln Financial, and Cox Communications. The city has wages that are higher than many other cities in the state, and this helps contribute to a lifestyle that is pleasant for people who have lived here their entire life and those who have transplanted into the city from other states.