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Omaha, NE
Omaha · NE 68105
Updated October 31, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Good for now
Verdict
$280K
Median Price
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Walk Score
7.8/10
Schools
30 min
to Downtown Omaha
Score Breakdown
CAffordability
63/100
D+Safety
55/100
BSchools
78/100
CQuietness
60/100
B+Commute
85/100
FWalkability
0/100
WYLT Score57/100
Our Take
68105 is a solid, mid‑income Omaha neighborhood with good public schools and a low flood risk. It’s affordable compared to the city’s high end, though walkability and transit options are limited. Overall it’s a comfortable place for families or young professionals who don’t need a highly walkable urban core.
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The Good
- ✓Strong public schools with high ratings
- ✓Reasonable cost of living versus median Omaha prices
- ✓Low flood risk and moderate crime rates
- ✓Proximity to downtown for commuting
- ✓Good parks and community spaces
Real Talk
- !Walk score data unavailable – the area is largely car‑dependent
- !Public transit options are limited, so a car is almost a necessity
- !Housing inventory has tightened, driving up prices in recent years
- !Crime levels are higher than some other Omaha ZIPs
- !Air quality can be an issue on windy days due to proximity to industrial zones
- $Higher property tax rates than the state average
- $Annual utility costs tend to be above average for Nebraska
- $Potential HOA fees in newer developments
Best For
FamiliesYoung ProfessionalsStudentsCommuters
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Omaha, NE
D+
Safety grade
Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
5% higher than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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