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Crete, NE vs Papillion, NE

Crete, NE vs Papillion, NE: What the data shows

Crete, NE is in Crete, NE while Papillion, NE is in Papillion, NE — both in the same state. On home prices, Crete, NE is the more affordable option at $188,200 median — $115,100 less than Papillion, NE's $303,300. WYLT rates Crete, NE as Think twice — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing — and Papillion, NE as Think twice — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing.

Crete, NE has the stronger safety profile of the two. Crete, NE has Low violent crime and Low property crime. Papillion, NE has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. On environmental risk, Crete, NE has Low flood risk and Papillion, NE has High flood risk.

Papillion, NE is the more walkable neighborhood. Crete, NE scores 12/100 (car-dependent) versus Papillion, NE's 32/100 (mostly car-dependent). For families weighing school quality, Papillion, NE has the higher school rating Crete, NE rates 7.8/10 and Papillion, NE rates 9/10.

CategoryCrete, NEPapillion, NE
Housing
VerdictThink twiceThink twice
Median Price$188K

Lower price

$303K
Median Rent$803

Lower rent

$1K
Median Income$72K$111K

Higher income

Price VolatilityModerateModerate
Getting Around
Walk Score12/10032/100

More walkable

Transit ScoreMinimal transitMinimal transit

Better transit

Bike ScoreN/A18/100

More bikeable

CommuteN/A30 min
Safety & Environment
Safety GradeA

Safer

D+
Violent CrimeLow

Lower risk

Moderate
Property CrimeLow

Lower risk

Moderate
Flood RiskLow

Lower risk

High
Air QualityGood

Cleaner air

Moderate
Community
Schools7.8/109/10

Better schools

Best for
FamiliesRetireesOutdoor enthusiasts
Families with childrenCommuters to OmahaPeople who prefer suburban life

Bottom line

Both neighborhoods have distinct trade-offs — review the data above to find your best fit.

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