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Omaha, IL

Illinois

Omaha is a small town in Illinois with a population of 276. Residents earn $63,750 per year, which is 15% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
276 Population 373/sq mi density
$63,750 Median Income $26,325 per capita
$44,600 Home Value
$675 Median Rent 19.4% income on rent
55°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$63,750 median income, 3.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$44,600 home value, $675/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $63,750
15% lower than US avg
Home Value $44,600
84% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.0%
55% lower than US avg
Median Rent $675
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.3%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.6%
0% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.5%
41% higher than US avg

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

People

Population276
Median Age36.0 yrs
Density373/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 74%
Veterans15.7%

Economy

B
Median Income$63,750
Per Capita$26,325
Unemployment3.6%
Poverty17.5%
County GDP$173M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$44,600
Rent$675
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units114
Rent Burden19.4%

Health

Obesity40.3%
Uninsured8.8%
Smoking17.9%
Depression26.0%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain48.3 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation405 ft (123 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.0%
High School+93.5%
Graduate+4.3%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 22%
Commute23 min
Broadband94.0%
Libraries1

Is Omaha a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Omaha receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, 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 $63,750, 15% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 17.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Omaha is $44,600, 84% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $675 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Omaha experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 48.3 inches, including 11.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Omaha has a population of 276 with a density of 373 people per square mile. The median age is 36.0 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (73.9%), with 25.7% Hispanic.

Population

276
Total Population
373
People / sq mi
36.0yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.4%
Female 44.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Omaha vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.3%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.7%
72% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Omaha vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Omaha is $63,750, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Omaha vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,750
15% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,325
Avg Weekly Wage$982
IRS Avg AGI$65,744

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below US avg
Poverty Rate17.5%
41% above US avg
Establishments (County)125
County GDP$173M

Business (County)

Restaurants7
Healthcare7
Retail13
Manufacturing3

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,033
42% below US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.56%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.4 min
Drive Alone92.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Omaha is $44,600, 84% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $675 (42% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$44,600
84% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$675
42% below US avg
Rent Burden19.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$774
1 Bedroom$854
2 Bedrooms$1,063
3 Bedrooms$1,370
4 Bedrooms$1,561

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied77.7%
Housing Units114
Median Year Built1966

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,033
42% below US avg
Effective Rate4.56%
In Omaha, 40.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.8% of residents lack health insurance. 17.9% are current smokers. 26.0% report depression. 24.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.3%
26% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure32.0%
Asthma11.4%
COPD8.0%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.9%
28% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.2%
Physical Inactivity24.8%
Depression26.0%
Mental Distress20.5%
Physical Distress14.3%
Short Sleep37.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.3%
Uninsured8.8%
2% above US avg
Mental Health1:2,335
Checkup Rate74.8%
Dental Visits58.7%
Premature Death12,280/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.7/10
Exercise Access35.9%
Healthcare Facilities7
Omaha has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.3 inches. The area enjoys 305 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.0°F
2% above US avg
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.3 inches
27% above US avg
Snowfall11.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation405 ft (123 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density373/sq mi
Coordinates37.8897°N, 88.3064°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17059
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 53.9-point margin. 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76%
D 22.2%

Winner: Republican by 53.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.0%
55% below US avg
High School+93.5%
Graduate Degree+4.3%
School Test Score5.34
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density373/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities7
Restaurants7
Retail Stores13

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.4 min
Drive Alone92.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.0%

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