Omaha is a great place to live!
If you’re thinking about relocating to another city, other than Omaha, here are a few reasons we think you should stay and maybe start looking for a NEW home to buy.
Omaha has both a high quality of life and a low cost of living. You’ll enjoy all of the perks of living in a metropolitan area without the high price tag. Read on, to hear our reasons why you should consider staying in this beautiful city of Omaha, Nebraska.
An Affordable Big City
Omaha’s cost of living is 7% below the national average. Omaha is the largest city in Nebraska but doesn’t have the same high cost of living as other big cities in the U.S.
Finding a home in Omaha is also more affordable than in many other areas of the country. With a lower price per square foot, homeowners get more bang for their buck in Omaha.
A Thriving Job Market
Omaha’s thriving job market is another reason to consider relocating to the city. Omaha’s unemployment rate is consistently below the national average. Omaha job opportunities include everything from farming to tech.
Several Fortune 500 companies like the U.S.’s largest railroad operator Union Pacific Railroad and insurance and financial firm Mutual of Omaha- call Omaha home. Other major employers include PayPal and TD Ameritrade.
Family-Friendly Fun and Top Attractions
Many families move to Omaha Nebraska for the amazing schools. Omaha’s impressive graduation rates are nationally renowned and make the school system a major attraction for families with children.
Bike lanes throughout the city make for a great family bike ride. Omaha is also home to one of the world’s largest zoos and close to a number of state parks and other attractions that the little ones will love.
Living in Omaha means enjoying the rich arts scene the city has to offer. Omaha has a number of museums and other attractions, including one of only 11 Latino museums in the nation.
USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice Ranked Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo as having the #1 Zoo Exhibits – #1 Asian Highlands and #1 Wildlife Safari Park.
Our Agents Favorite Attractions
Many of our team agents love visiting the zoo with their families.
Personal pictures from a few of our Agents at the Zoo.
A big hit with all the agents is going to Vala’s Pumpkin Patch, in the fall. They love to attend with their families.
A few other recommendations by our agents are; touring the grounds at Lauritzen Gardens, bowling at The Mark, and watching the Omaha Storm Chasers at Werner Park.
Delicious Food
Omaha’s culinary history is rich and it is one of the U.S. cities with the most bars per capita, giving it a vibrant nightlife scene with something for everyone.
Omaha has a multitude of restaurant options that are loved by food critics and Omahans alike. Whatever type of cuisine you are craving you can find it in Omaha!
Here are a few Local Top picks from our Agents, that they regularly frequent!
Genji Japanese Restaurant
The Drover Restaurant & Lounge
Brushi European American Cuisine
Dario’s Brasserie French Restaurant
Maria’s Mexican Restaurant
Bella Vita Ristorante
Addy’s Sports Bar & Grill
Find the Best Omaha Nebraska Homes
These are just a few of many reasons why Omaha is one of the happiest cities in the United States. With so much to offer, it’s easy to fall in love with the Cornhusker State. It’s all-around one of the best cities to live in.
If you’re considering moving into a new home, The Blythe Team at Nebraska Realty can help you find the best Omaha Nebraska homes on the market. Check out our Current listings and Contact an agent today!
