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Blair, NE vs Omaha, NE
Blair, NE vs Omaha, NE: What the data shows
Blair, NE is in Blair, NE while Omaha, NE is in Omaha, NE — both in the same state. On home prices, Blair, NE is the more affordable option at $244,700 median — $45,300 less than Omaha, NE's $290,000. WYLT rates Blair, NE as “Good for now” — a solid choice worth serious consideration — and Omaha, NE as “Settle here” — an excellent place to put down roots.
Omaha, NE has the stronger safety profile of the two. Blair, NE has Low violent crime and Moderate property crime. Omaha, NE has Low violent crime and Low property crime. On environmental risk, Blair, NE has Low flood risk and Omaha, NE has Low flood risk.
Omaha, NE is the more walkable neighborhood. Blair, NE scores 7/100 (car-dependent) versus Omaha, NE's 24/100 (car-dependent). For families weighing school quality, Omaha, NE has the higher school rating — Blair, NE rates 7.1/10 and Omaha, NE rates 7.8/10.
| Category | Blair, NE | Omaha, NE |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| Verdict | Good for now | Settle here |
| Median Price | $245K ✓ Lower price | $290K |
| Median Rent | $921 ✓ Lower rent | $1K |
| Median Income | $87K ✓ Higher income | $75K |
| Price Volatility | Moderate | Low ✓ More stable |
| Getting Around | ||
| Walk Score | 7/100 | 24/100 ✓ More walkable |
| Transit Score | Minimal transit | Minimal transit ✓ Better transit |
| Bike Score | N/A | 54/100 ✓ More bikeable |
| Commute | 30 min | N/A |
| Safety & Environment | ||
| Safety Grade | B | A ✓ Safer |
| Violent Crime | Low | Low |
| Property Crime | Moderate | Low ✓ Lower risk |
| Flood Risk | Low | Low |
| Air Quality | Good | Good |
| Community | ||
| Schools | 7.1/10 | 7.8/10 ✓ Better schools |
| Best for | Families looking for good schoolsFirst‑time home buyersRemote workers needing a quiet environment | Families with school-age childrenFirst-time homebuyersLong-term residents |
Bottom line
Both neighborhoods have distinct trade-offs — review the data above to find your best fit.
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