Omaha, NE Local Data & Statistics

State: NE

Total population: 488,837 Household income: $73,201 Rent: $1,187

Overview

Total population

488,837

Rent

$1,187

Year built

1973

Household income

$73,201

Per capita income

$43,638

Poverty rate

13.5%

Unemployment rate

3.0%

Household size

2.4 persons

Rent over 30% of income

47.8%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available, with the exception of the unemployment rate, which is sourced from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). ACS 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Demographics

State

Nebraska

Total population

488,837

Adults over 25

321,617

Total households

201,698

Household size

2.4 persons

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Income & Poverty

Household income

$73,201

Per capita income

$43,638

Poverty rate

13.5%

Unemployment rate

3.0%

Rent over 30% of income

47.8%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Housing

Rent

$1,187

Year built

1973

Households that rent

42.6%

Households that own

57.4%

Rooms per home (all homes)

5.7

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Race

White

66.6%

Black

11.8%

Asian

4.1%

Two or more races

10.9%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latino

16.2%

Not Hispanic or Latino

83.8%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Commute

Commute rate

84.9%

Commute time to work

20 mins

Work from home

15.1%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Education

Less than high school

29.3%

High school graduate or GED

21.4%

Some college or associate degree

9.2%

Bachelor’s degree or higher

40.1%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Comparison of Omaha, NE with: Nebraska United States

Omaha, NE

Total population488,837

Rent$1,187

Year built1973

Household income$73,201

Per capita income$43,638

Poverty rate13.5%

Unemployment rate3.0%

Nebraska State

Total population1,978,707

Rent$1,072

Year built1975

Household income$76,475

Per capita income$41,751

Poverty rate10.6%

Unemployment rate2.8%

United States

Total population334,922,499

Rent$1,413

Year built1980

Household income$80,734

Per capita income$44,673

Poverty rate12.5%

Unemployment rate4%

Metric	CityOmaha, NE	StateNebraska	CountryUnited States
Total population	488,837	1,978,707	334,922,499
Rent	$1,187	$1,072	$1,413
Year built	1973	1975	1980
Household income	$73,201	$76,475	$80,734
Per capita income	$43,638	$41,751	$44,673
Poverty rate	13.5%	10.6%	12.5%
Unemployment rate	3.0%	2.8%	4%

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Summary for Omaha, NE

Omaha is located in Nebraska.

Rent & Income

In Omaha, the typical monthly rent is $1,187 and the typical household income is $73,201. Rent here is higher than Nebraska and lower than the U.S., and household income is similar to Nebraska and lower than the U.S. The estimated poverty rate is 13.5%, which is higher than in both Nebraska and national.

Housing & Affordability

This area is primarily owner-occupied, with renters accounting for about 42.6% of households. About 47.8% of renters spend more than 30% of their income on housing, indicating high cost burden.

Education & Employment

Educational attainment is high, with about 40.1% of adults holding a bachelor’s degree or higher. The local unemployment rate is 3.0%, which is higher than Nebraska and lower than the national rate.

Omaha, NE — Rent vs Household Income

Omaha, NE — Poverty vs Unemployment

💰 Rent in Omaha, NE (with Utilities)

Estimated Monthly Rent: $1,187 ℹ️ What’s Included:
✅ Base rent, electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuels
❌ Not included: internet, cable TV, renter's insurance, parking

💡 What does this rent estimate mean?

Explanation: This estimate shows what renters typically pay each month for housing, including the apartment or home and essential utilities such as heat, water, and electricity. Even when utilities are billed separately, an estimated average cost for utilities is included, in line with the U.S. Census Bureau’s (ACS) definition of gross rent.

Included in this number: Rent plus electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuel.

Not included: Internet, cable, parking, renter’s insurance, or furniture rental.

Note: This cost does not depend on the number of people living in the home.

👨‍👧‍👦 Household Income in Omaha, NE

Annual Household Income: $73,201

💡 What does Household Income mean?

Definition: This represents the middle value of all household incomes in this area — half of households earn less, and half earn more.

Includes: wages, salaries, self-employment income, Social Security, pensions, investments, unemployment, public assistance, and rental income.

Does NOT include: capital gains, non-cash benefits (like food stamps), or tax refunds.

Household = any group of people (or a single person) living in the same housing unit.

Example: A couple earning $40,000 and $30,000 together have a household income of $70,000. If that's in the middle of all local incomes, it's the value shown here.

📉 Poverty Rate in Omaha, NE

Estimated Rate: 13.5%

💡 What does the Poverty Rate represent?

Definition: The percentage of people in this area living below the federal poverty threshold.

How it works: The threshold is a dollar amount set by the U.S. Census Bureau that varies by family size and age. If a household's income is below that level, everyone in it is included in this rate.

Example: In a town of 10,000 people, if 1,500 have incomes below the poverty line, the poverty rate is 15%.

Note: This statistic only includes people living in households; it does not count those in student housing, military barracks, or nursing homes.

🏘️ Renter vs. Owner Households in Omaha, NE

In Omaha, NE, households that rent: 86,019 (42.6%)

📊 What does the renter household percentage reveal about this area?

Household Type	Count	Share
Renter-Occupied	86,019	42.6%
Owner-Occupied	115,679	57.4%

Definition: This is the percentage of households that rent their home rather than own it. It includes only occupied housing units.

Why it matters: Areas with a high share of renter households often have younger populations, higher mobility, and different housing needs compared to mostly owner-occupied areas.

Example: If 65% of homes in an area are renter-occupied, it means 65 out of every 100 households rent their home.

📉 Renters Spending Over 30% of Income on Rent in Omaha, NE

In Omaha, NE, cost-burdened renters (households spending over 30% of income on housing): 41,091 (47.8%)

🏚️ What Does It Mean When Renters Spend Over 30% of Their Income on Housing?

Household Group	Households	Share
Cost-burdened renters (over 30%)	41,091	47.8%
Other renter households	44,928	52.2%
Total renter households	86,019	100%

Shares are calculated as a percentage of renter households.

This shows how many renters in this area are considered cost-burdened — meaning they spend more than 30% of their income on housing (rent and basic utilities).

It’s a sign that housing might be unaffordable in the area or that lower-income residents may be struggling with rent.

Data comes from the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey.

📊 Education Levels in Omaha, NE

Less than High School: 94,270 people (29.3%)

Includes adults who did not complete high school.

High School Graduate or GED: 68,872 people (21.4%)

Includes adults whose highest education is a high school diploma or GED.

Some College or Associate Degree: 29,613 people (9.2%)

Includes adults who attended college without completing a bachelor’s degree (some college or associate degree).

Bachelor’s Degree or Higher: 128,862 people (40.1%)

Includes adults with a bachelor’s degree or higher (bachelor’s, master’s, professional, or doctoral degree).

👥 Total Adults (25+): 321,617

📊 Unemployment Rate in Omaha, NE

Estimated Rate: 3.0%

💡 What does Unemployment Rate mean?

Definition: The unemployment rate is the percentage of people in the labor force who do not have a job but are actively looking for one.

Labor Force = Employed + Unemployed (aged 16+ and actively participating in the workforce).

Formula: (Unemployed ÷ Labor Force) × 100

Does NOT include: People who are retired, students not looking for work, homemakers, or otherwise not seeking employment.

Example: If there are 1000 people in the labor force and 80 are unemployed, then the unemployment rate is 8%.

Similar Population

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Source: ACS 5-Year Estimates (U.S. Census Bureau) — unemployment rate from BLS. Some values are derived metrics.