La Vista, NE

La Vista, NE

Updated April 30, 2026 · Would You Live There?

Good for now

Verdict

$243K

Median Price

23/100

Walk Score

8.3/10

Schools

Score Breakdown

BAffordability
78/100
D+Safety
55/100
B+Schools
83/100
B-Quietness
70/100
FCommute
15/100
FWalkability
23/100
WYLT Score54/100

Our Take

La Vista offers affordable homes and solid schools, but it’s a car‑centric suburb with very limited walkability and public transit. If you’re okay with driving and value a quiet, family‑friendly environment, it can be a decent fit. For those who rely on walking or transit, you’ll need to look elsewhere.

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The Good

  • Affordable median home price ($242k)
  • High school ratings (avg 8.3/10)
  • Low flood risk (Zone X)
  • Family‑friendly community

Real Talk

  • !Walkability is very poor—almost all errands require a car
  • !Public transit options are limited or nonexistent
  • !Commute times to downtown Omaha or other job centers can be long and variable
  • !Median income may leave some households under‑budgeted for cost of living
  • $Car ownership costs (fuel, insurance, maintenance)
  • $Higher property taxes relative to median income
  • $Potential higher grocery and service costs due to lack of nearby options

Best For

FamiliesHome buyers seeking affordabilityYoung professionals who driveSuburban lifestyle seekers

Risk Snapshot

Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate

Crime & Safety

La Vista, NE

D+

Safety grade

Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate
3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+

5% higher than the national average

🔒Property Crime
Moderate
19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+

2% higher than the national average

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