Omaha

NE

Douglas County, Nebraska

Population 591K |Median income $80,391 |12 hospitals

Population
590,736
Douglas County
Median Income
$80,391
+18% vs avg
Median Home Value
$266,100
+17% vs avg
Median Age
35.6
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
591K+13%
Median Income
$80,391+51%
Median Home Value
$266,100+86%
Poverty Rate
11.8%-17%
Unemployment
3.8%-43%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,201/mo
Poverty Rate
11.8% -17% vs avg
Unemployment 3.8%
Bachelor's Degree+ 42.1%
Work From Home 16.1%
Public Transit 0.8%

Population

White 68.6%
African American 10.6%
Asian 4.4%
Two or More Ethnicities 1.9%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
36.9%
Short Sleep Duration
31.8%
High Blood Pressure
30.6%
Physical Inactivity
22.1%
Binge Drinking
20.2%
Frequent Mental Distress
14.6%
Current Smoking
13.4%
Frequent Physical Distress
11.1%
Lack of Health Insurance
10.3%
Diabetes
9.8%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 75.5%
Dental Visit 63.7%

Other Measures

Current Asthma
8.7%
Coronary Heart Disease
5.3%
Stroke
2.9%

Hospitals 12 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
2
★★★★
1
★★★
3
★★
0
★
0
Average Rating
3.8/5
Total Hospitals
12
With ER
6
OMAHA VA MEDICAL CENTER (VA NEBRASKA WESTERN IOWA HEALTHCARE SYSTEM)
OMAHA · Acute Care - Veterans Administration · ER
★★★★★
CHI HEALTH LAKESIDE
OMAHA · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★★
THE NEBRASKA METHODIST HOSPITAL
OMAHA · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆
THE NEBRASKA MEDICAL CENTER
OMAHA · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆
CHI HEALTH BERGAN MERCY
OMAHA · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆
CHI HEALTH IMMANUEL
OMAHA · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — Omaha Area 6

Bushfire Alerts

Storm and Tree Down Alert Issued for Hume Highway Southbound Exit at Bargo

NSW RFS · 33m ago
Bushfire Alerts

Grass Fire Advice Issued for City of Sydney (NSW)

NSW RFS · 33m ago
Bushfire Alerts

Grass Fire Advice Issued for City of Sydney (NSW) Area

NSW RFS · 1h ago
Bushfire Alerts

Bushfire Advice Issued for City of Sydney Following Grass Fire Report

NSW RFS · 1h ago
Bushfire Alerts

Advice Issued for Grass Fire in City of Sydney

NSW RFS · 1h ago
Bushfire Alerts

Advice Issued for Grass Fire in City of Sydney (NSW)

NSW RFS · 1h ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Omaha, NE? ▼
Omaha, NE has a population of 590,736 people, located in Douglas County, Nebraska.
What is the median household income in Omaha? ▼
The median household income in Omaha, NE is $80,391 per year. The poverty rate is 11.8%.
What is the median home value in Omaha? ▼
The median home value in Omaha, NE is $266,100. Median rent is $1,201/month.
What are the top health concerns in Omaha? ▼
The top health indicators in Omaha include Obesity (36.9%), Short Sleep Duration (31.8%), High Blood Pressure (30.6%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Omaha? ▼
Omaha has 12 hospitals with an average rating of 3.8/5 stars. 6 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Omaha? ▼
The median age in Omaha, NE is 35.6 years. 42.1% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Omaha, NE is located in Douglas County, Nebraska. With a population of 591K and a median household income of $80,391, the community faces health challenges including obesity and short sleep duration. Residents have access to 12 hospitals with an average rating of 3.8/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Omaha area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Douglas County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.