Omaha, AR

Arkansas

Omaha is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 186. Residents earn $40,625 per year, which is 46% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
186 Population 477/sq mi density
$40,625 Median Income $18,576 per capita
$79,400 Home Value $274,219 Zillow
$909 Median Rent
58°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$40,625 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$79,400 home value, $909/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $40,625
46% lower than US avg
Home Value $79,400
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.4%
75% lower than US avg
Median Rent $909
22% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.8%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.9%
52% higher than US avg

How Omaha Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population186
Median Age36.5 yrs
Density477/mi²
Male / Female27% / 73%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Veterans82.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$40,625
Per Capita$18,576
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty18.9%
County GDP$1,934M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$79,400
Rent$909
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$274,219

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.4%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain44.5 in/yr
Elevation1,320 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.4%
High School+69.2%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
Commute33 min
Broadband49.0%
Libraries1

Is Omaha a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Omaha receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Omaha offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Omaha is $40,625, 46% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. The poverty rate of 18.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Omaha is $79,400, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $909 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 69.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Omaha enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Omaha has a population of 186 with a density of 477 people per square mile. The median age is 36.5 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.1%), with 1.6% Hispanic.

Population

186
Total Population
477
People / sq mi
36.5yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 26.9%
Female 73.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Omaha vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.6%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.4%
75% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Omaha vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Omaha is $40,625, which is 46% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 18.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Omaha vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$40,625
46% below US avg
Per Capita Income$18,576
Avg Weekly Wage$930
IRS Avg AGI$60,830

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate18.9%
52% above US avg
Establishments (County)989
County GDP$1,934M

Business (County)

Restaurants77
Healthcare136
Retail155
Manufacturing41

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,460
30% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.10%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.2 min
Work from Home7.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Omaha is $79,400, 72% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $909 (22% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $274,219.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$79,400
72% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$274,219
Median List Price$295,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$295,000
$/Sq Ft$110
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio102.6%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$909
22% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$700
1 Bedroom$751
2 Bedrooms$944
3 Bedrooms$1,239
4 Bedrooms$1,406

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied60.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,460
30% below US avg
Effective Rate3.10%
In Omaha, 41.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.4% report depression. 30.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Omaha vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.8%
30% above US avg
Diabetes10.7%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure35.6%
Asthma10.4%
COPD8.2%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.3%
Physical Inactivity30.1%
Depression26.4%
Mental Distress20.3%
Physical Distress15.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.7%
Checkup Rate75.5%
Premature Death10,889/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access45.1%
Healthcare Facilities136

Crime Rates: Omaha vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Omaha has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.3°F
8% above US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.5 inches
17% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,320 ft (402 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density477/sq mi
Coordinates36.4616°N, 93.1900°W
County FIPS05009
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 8.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (75% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 65-point margin. 49.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.6%
D 16.7%

Winner: Republican by 65 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.4%
75% below US avg
High School+69.2%
School Test Score4.91
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density477/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access49.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities136
Restaurants77
Retail Stores155

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.2 min
Work from Home7.4%

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