Omaha, NE vs Springfield, OH
Side-by-side comparison of housing, income, commute, safety, and quality of life.
Score Snapshot
No universal winner
Scores summarize the published model. Use the objective metric differences below and your own priorities to choose.
Omaha
74.7
#567 nationally
Springfield
74
#653 nationally
Omaha leads in median household income ($65,562 vs $45,113). Springfield leads in cost of living index (84 vs 91). Omaha leads in walk score (43 vs 42).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Omaha, NE | Springfield, OH |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 74.7 (#567) | 74 (#653) |
| Population | 492,374 | 58,082 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $299,344 | $190,008 |
| Median Household Income | $65,562 | $45,113 |
| Average Commute | 20.4 min | 20.1 min |
| Walk Score | 43 | 42 |
| Crime Level | Moderate | 37.6 |
| School Rating | 7.4 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 91 | 84 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+10.2 | R+29.5 |
C
74.7 Score
Omaha, NE
Warren Buffett's hometown with heartland values
Median Home
$299,344
Population
492,374
Crime
Moderate
Schools
B+
Midwest
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C
74 Score
Springfield, OH
Ohio community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$190,008
Population
58,082
Crime
Very High
Walk Score
42
Midwest
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