Omaha, NE
OMAHA, NEBRASKA: Demographic and Financial Snapshot
(Last updated on 11.27.20)
AGE IN OMAHA, NEBRASKA
| Age Range | Population | Percent |
| 20 to 24 years | 33,140 | 7.1% |
| 25 to 29 years | 38,046 | 8.1% |
| 30 to 34 years | 34,396 | 7.3% |
| 35 to 39 years | 32,591 | 7.0% |
| 40 to 44 years | 26,571 | 5.7% |
| 45 to 49 years | 27,409 | 5.9% |
| 50 to 54 years | 27,741 | 5.9% |
| 55 to 59 years | 29,176 | 6.2% |
| 60 to 64 years | 27,194 | 5.8% |
| 65 to 69 years | 21,604 | 4.6% |
| 70 to 74 years | 16,732 | 3.6% |
| 75 to 79 years | 9,002 | 1.9% |
| 80 to 84 years | 7,677 | 1.6% |
| 85+ years | 8,813 | 1.9% |
The median age in Omaha is 35.1 years
Source: US Census Data; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Age
ETHNICITY IN OMAHA, NEBRASKA
| Ethnicity | Population | Percent |
| White | 360,742 | 77.0% |
| Black or African American | 56,874 | 12.1% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 4,147 | 0.9% |
| Asian | 17,430 | 3.7% |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander | 51 | 0.0% |
| Other | 12,128 | 2.6% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Race
EDUCATION IN OMAHA, NEBRASKA
| Education Level | Population | Percent |
| Less than 9th grade | 15,625 | 5.1% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma | 17,346 | 5.7% |
| High school graduate (includes GED) | 66,061 | 21.5% |
| Some college, no degree | 66,736 | 21.7% |
| Associate’s degree | 25,488 | 8.3% |
| Bachelor’s degree | 73,857 | 24.1% |
| Graduate or professional degree | 41,839 | 13.6% |
| High school graduate or higher | 273,981 | 89.3% |
| Bachelor’s degree or higher | 115,696 | 37.7% |
| Less than Bachelor’s degree | 191,256 | 62.3% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Education (population 25+ years)
HOUSEHOLD INCOME IN OMAHA, NEBRASKA
| Annual Household Income | Percent |
| Less than $10,000 | 6.5% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 4.6% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 8.6% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 8.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 13.5% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 19.0% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 13.9% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 13.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 5.7% |
| $200,000 or more | 6.0% |
Median household income: $59,266
Mean household income: $83,150
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Household Income
HOUSEHOLD INCOME BY EDUCATION IN OMAHA, NEBRASKA
| Education Level | Average Income |
| Less than high school graduate | $29,664 |
| High school graduate (includes GED) | $26,598 |
| Some college or Associate’s degree | $36,267 |
| Bachelor’s degree | $51,574 |
| Graduate or professional degree | $64,043 |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Median earnings in past 12 months by education (population 25+ years with earnings)
MARITAL STATUS IN OMAHA, NEBRASKA
| Population | Percent | |
| Population 15+ years | 371,816 | NA |
| Never married | 135,499 | 36.4% |
| Now married (except separated) | 168,120 | 45.2% |
| Separated | 6,492 | 1.7% |
| Widowed | 19,512 | 5.2% |
| Divorced | 42,193 | 11.3% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Marital Status for population 15 years and over
POVERTY STATUS IN OMAHA, NEBRASKA
| Population | Percent | |
| Living beneath poverty line | 59,519 | 13.0% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Poverty Rate
HOUSING IN OMAHA, NEBRASKA
| Owner-occupied housing units | 106,180 |
| Renter-occupied housing units | 76,980 |
| Single-family detached units | 128,215 |
| Homeownership rate | 58.0% |
| Vacancy rate | 7.4% |
| Renters rate | 42.0% |
| Average housing value | $190,507 |
| Average monthly owner cost (with/ mortgage) | $75 |
| Average rent | $792 |
Source: US Census; htps://cbb.census.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Data Point: Housing Characteristics
SOCIOECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS IN OMAHA, NEBRASKA
| Average income | $78,728 |
| Average household size | 2.48 |
| Percent population 16 years and over in labor force | 70.1% |
| Percent disabled | 11.0% |
| Percent with health coverage | 89.3% |
| Average travel time to work | 18.8 minutes |
| Percent workers using public transportation | 1.4% |
| Percent veterans | 7.2% |
| Percent foreign born | 10.5% |
| Percent speaking Spanish at home | 5.5% |
Source US Census; https://cbb.census.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Data Point: Socioeconomic Characteristics
CONSUMER SPENDING IN OMAHA, NEBRASKA
| Total consumer expenditures per household | $70,822.10 |
| Alcoholic beverages | $549.13 |
| Alcoholic beverages consumed at home | $324.84 |
| Beer consumed away from home | $97.35 |
| Wine consumed away from home | $47.39 |
| Apparel & services | $2,063.86 |
| Men’s apparel | $396.56 |
| Women’s apparel | $685.82 |
| Children’s apparel | $320.14 |
| Boys’ apparel | $109.47 |
| Girls’ apparel | $120.25 |
| Footwear | $467.64 |
| Dining out (food away from home) | $3,549.15 |
| Dining out – Breakfast | $359.47 |
| Dining out – Lunch | $1,106.19 |
| Dining out – Dinner | $1,645.29 |
| Education | $1,470.67 |
| Entertainment / recreation | $3,055.24 |
| Club membership fees | $216.25 |
| Dating services | $0.79 |
| Pet food | $241.82 |
| Pet services | $60.94 |
| Food consumed at home | $4,945.45 |
| Bakery products consumed at home | $649.41 |
| Dairy products consumed at home | $505.74 |
| Fruits and vegetables consumed at home | $963.14 |
| Meat, poultry, fish, eggs consumed at home | $1,093.80 |
| Nonalcoholic beverages consumed at home | $486.95 |
| Snacks / other food products consumed at home | $1,733.36 |
| Health care | $5,597.94 |
| Medical services | $1,035.73 |
| Nonprescription drugs | $137.62 |
| Household Services | $1,930.64 |
| Care for the elderly and handicapped | $70.16 |
| Lawn and garden services | $413.69 |
| Housekeeping services | $162.08 |
| PC repair | $6.49 |
| Housing | $22,191.87 |
| Home improvements | $2,376.03 |
| Utilities, fuel, and public services | $4,672.54 |
| Phone services | $1,700.05 |
| Water | $690.91 |
| Life and other insurance | $418.30 |
| Pensions and social security | $7,584.88 |
| Personal care products and services | $860.82 |
| Hair care products | $103.87 |
| Personal care products | $368.79 |
| Local transportation | $8,223.14 |
| Gasoline | $2,142.38 |
| Vehicle maintenance and repair | $1,125.17 |
| Travel | $2,051.57 |
| Airline fares | $498.26 |
| Auto / truck rental on trips | $24.60 |
| Lodging on trips | $558.60 |
| Food and drink on trips | $496.60 |
| Entertainment on trips | $176.26 |
Source US Census; https://cbb.census.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Data Point: Consumer Spending (Consumer expenditures per household)
DEBT IN DOUGLAS COUNTY (home to OMAHA, NEBRASKA)
| % with any debt in collections | 24% |
| Average debt in collections | $1,606 |
| % with medical debt in collections | 7% |
| Average medical debt in collections | $305 |
| % with student loan debt | 20% |
| Average student loan debt | $19,227 |
| Average monthly student loan payment | $183 |
| % with auto debt | 35% |
Source: Urban Institute; https://apps.urban.org/features/debt-interactive-map/
Survey/Program: Data from credit bureau data (2018) + the US Census Bureau’s American Community Survey (2017)
Data Point: Consumer Debt
UNEMPLOYMENT IN OMAHA, NEBRASKA
| Year | Population | Percent |
| January 2019 | 8,901 | 3.7% |
| February 2019 | 8,896 | 3.7% |
| March 2019 | 9,058 | 3.7% |
| April 2019 | 7,806 | 3.2% |
| May 2019 | 7,847 | 3.2% |
| June 2019 | 8,735 | 3.6% |
| July 2019 | 9,015 | 3.6% |
| August 2019 | 8,061 | 3.3% |
| September 2019 | 7,327 | 3.0% |
| October 2019 | 7,176 | 2.9% |
| November 2019 | 6,794 | 2.8% |
| December 2019 | 6,999 | 2.9% |
| January 2020 | 8,428 | 3.5% |
| February 2020 | 8,141 | 3.3% |
| March 2020 | 11,869 | 4.8% |
| April 2020 | 26,903 | 10.8% |
| May 2020 | 960 | 6.6% |
| June 2020 | 18,976 | 7.5% |
| July 2020 | 17,297 | 6.8% |
Source: US Bureau of Labor Statistics; https://www.ls.gov/lau/data.htm
Survey/Program: Local Area Employment Statistics
Data Point: Unemployment totals (not seasonally adjusted)