Omaha, TX

Texas

Omaha is a small town in Texas with a population of 1,179. Residents earn $47,216 per year, which is 37% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,179 Population 813/sq mi density
$47,216 Median Income $27,953 per capita
$108,900 Home Value $189,227 Zillow
$525 Median Rent
63°F Avg Temperature
294 Violent Crime/100K 1,667 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$47,216 median income, 9.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$108,900 home value, $525/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
294 violent crimes/100K (23% below avg)
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,216
37% lower than US avg
Home Value $108,900
61% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 294/100K
23% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.5%
45% lower than US avg
Median Rent $525
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.6%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 9.3%
158% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.0%
27% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,179
Median Age39.6 yrs
Density813/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 53%

Economy

C+
Median Income$47,216
Per Capita$27,953
Unemployment9.3%
Poverty9.0%
County GDP$869M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$108,900
Rent$525
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$189,227

Crime

F
Violent294/100K
Property1,667/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault294/100K
Burglary784/100K

Health

Obesity39.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.4%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain52.8 in/yr
Elevation392 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.5%
High School+90.7%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
Commute31 min
Libraries2

Is Omaha a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Omaha receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Omaha has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Omaha is $47,216, 37% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.3%, unemployment is notably high. 9.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Omaha is $108,900, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $525 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Omaha is below the national average at 294 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,667 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

18.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Omaha enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Omaha has a population of 1,179 with a density of 813 people per square mile. The median age is 39.6 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (53.2%), with 3.9% Hispanic, 32.9% Black.

Population

1,179
Total Population
813
People / sq mi
39.6yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.9%
Female 53.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Omaha vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only84.1%
7% above US avg
Spanish15.9%
19% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Omaha vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Omaha is $47,216, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Omaha vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,216
37% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,953
Avg Weekly Wage$1,117
IRS Avg AGI$51,714

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.3%
158% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.0%
27% below US avg
Establishments (County)235
County GDP$869M

Business (County)

Restaurants15
Healthcare13
Retail35
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,525
1% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.24%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.2 min
Work from Home3.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Omaha is $108,900, 61% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $525 (55% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $189,227.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$108,900
61% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$189,227

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$525
55% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$887
1 Bedroom$935
2 Bedrooms$1,149
3 Bedrooms$1,497
4 Bedrooms$1,733

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied75.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,525
1% above US avg
Effective Rate3.24%
In Omaha, 39.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.4% report depression. 31.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.6%
23% above US avg
Diabetes12.9%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure36.6%
Asthma11.5%
COPD8.6%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.5%
Physical Inactivity31.5%
Depression26.4%
Mental Distress21.6%
Physical Distress15.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.2%
Checkup Rate73.0%
Premature Death13,733/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access4.8%
Healthcare Facilities13
Omaha has a violent crime rate of 294 per 100,000 residents, 23% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,667 per 100,000 (15% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent294.1/100K
23% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault294.1/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,666.7/100K
15% below US avg
Burglary784.3/100K
Theft882.4/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Omaha has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

44°F Jan (6°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average63.1°F
17% above US avg
January Average44°F (6°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.8 inches
39% above US avg
Snowfall2.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation392 ft (119 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.8 km²)
Population Density813/sq mi
Coordinates33.1827°N, 94.7385°W
County FIPS48343
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 18.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.3%
D 24.2%

Winner: Republican by 51.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.5%
45% below US avg
High School+90.7%
School Test Score5.10
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density813/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities13
Restaurants15
Retail Stores35

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
FEMA Disaster Declarations182
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.2 min
Work from Home3.1%

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