{"id":34343,"date":"2018-07-26T17:31:26","date_gmt":"2018-07-26T17:31:26","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.npdodge.com\/blog\/?p=34343"},"modified":"2018-07-26T17:31:26","modified_gmt":"2018-07-26T17:31:26","slug":"reasons-omaha-desirable-place-live","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/npdodge.blog\/2018\/07\/reasons-omaha-desirable-place-live\/","title":{"rendered":"18 Reasons Why Omaha is a Desirable Place to Live"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Omaha has been garnering lots of attention as of late as one of the best places to live in the country \u2014 and if you\u2019re a local, you already know that you are <a href=\"http:\/\/www.npdodge.com\/blog\/2017\/03\/reasons-lucky-live-omaha\/?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog%20Post&amp;utm_campaign=Internal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">very lucky to live here<\/a>. It\u2019s one of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.forbes.com\/forbes\/welcome\/?toURL=https%3A\/\/www.forbes.com\/pictures\/eddf45gihi\/no-7-omaha-nebraska\/&amp;refURL=https%3A\/\/www.google.com\/&amp;referrer=https%3A\/\/www.google.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">the best places to raise a family<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepennyhoarder.com\/life\/best-cities-for-millennials\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">one of the best cities for millennials<\/a>, a great foodie town and a great place to look for a job.<\/p>\n<p>If the accolades haven\u2019t convinced you, allow us! We dove into why Omaha is such a desirable place to live, from our friendly neighborhoods to our thriving culinary scene.<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>It\u2019s one of the most affordable places for homebuyers\u2026<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-34523 lazyload\" data-src=\"http:\/\/54.218.64.113\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/Screen-Shot-2018-07-06-at-10.50.11-AM-1.png\" alt=\"Omaha Real Estate\" width=\"945\" height=\"542\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 945px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 945\/542;\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em>This home is for sale at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.npdodge.com\/property\/237912463\/702-rosewood-avenue-papillion-ne-68133\/?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog%20Post&amp;utm_campaign=Internal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">702 Rosewood Avenue, Papillion<\/a>\u00a0| Listed by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.npdodge.com\/agent_directory\/info\/rosemarynicholson?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog%20Post&amp;utm_campaign=Internal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Rosemary Nicholson<\/a>\u00a0\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re in the market to buy a home, you will find <a href=\"https:\/\/www.npdodge.com\/search\/?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog%20Post&amp;utm_campaign=Internal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">lots of desirable options in Omaha<\/a>. But you\u2019ll also find that many of these homes are much more affordable than they would be in other American cities! <a href=\"https:\/\/www.realtor.com\/local\/Omaha_NE\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Realtor.com<\/a> lists the median price for a home in Omaha at just $195,000, which might be part of the reason that SmartAsset named Omaha as the <a href=\"https:\/\/smartasset.com\/mortgage\/best-cities-first-time-homebuyers-2017\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">third best city in the US for first-time homebuyers. <\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>&#8230;and the cost of living is low!<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-34453 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/npdodge.blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/Money-.jpeg-1.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"945\" height=\"630\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 945px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 945\/630;\" \/><\/p>\n<p>In 2016, Yahoo! Finance named Omaha as one of the best, <a href=\"https:\/\/finance.yahoo.com\/news\/20-best-affordable-places-live-194420046.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">most affordable places to live in the US<\/a>, showing that residents typically get to keep more than 71% of their income in their wallets. Plus, you can easily enjoy a <a href=\"http:\/\/www.npdodge.com\/blog\/2018\/03\/omaha-date-ideas-20\/?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog%20Post&amp;utm_campaign=Internal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">date night for $20 or less<\/a>, and many of our <a href=\"http:\/\/www.npdodge.com\/blog\/2016\/08\/free-things-to-do-in-omaha\/?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog%20Post&amp;utm_campaign=Internal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">best local attractions are completely free<\/a>!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>The music scene is on point.<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-34443 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/npdodge.blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/Live-Music-.jpeg.png\" alt=\"Omaha Music \" width=\"945\" height=\"630\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/npdodge.blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/Live-Music-.jpeg.png 945w, https:\/\/npdodge.blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/Live-Music-.jpeg-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/npdodge.blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/Live-Music-.jpeg-768x512.png 768w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 945px) 100vw, 945px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 945px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 945\/630;\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Some of the most well-known bands in the country hail from Omaha, including <a href=\"http:\/\/www.conoroberst.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Bright Eyes<\/a> and <a href=\"http:\/\/www.311.com\/summersplash\/?ref=https:\/\/www.google.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">311<\/a>, and a famous Indie label, <a href=\"https:\/\/saddle-creek.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Saddle Creek Records<\/a>, is based right here in town. Every night, our local bars and event venues light up with tunes from local treasures and national phenoms alike! Here are <a href=\"http:\/\/www.npdodge.com\/blog\/2016\/10\/omaha-area-bands-you-should-be-listening-to\/?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog%20Post&amp;utm_campaign=Internal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">21 Omaha-area bands you should be listening to<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Both small businesses and large businesses thrive here.<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-34373 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/npdodge.blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/Business.jpeg.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"945\" height=\"630\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/npdodge.blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/Business.jpeg.png 945w, https:\/\/npdodge.blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/Business.jpeg-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/npdodge.blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/Business.jpeg-768x512.png 768w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 945px) 100vw, 945px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 945px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 945\/630;\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Omaha is home to a collection of Fortune 500 companies \u2014 the strongest concentration of corporate giants in the Midwest, as a matter of fact. The large companies are a huge contributing factor to our local economy!<\/p>\n<p>That prosperity makes it easier to find a job (our unemployment rate is well below the national average), but also makes it easier for entrepreneurs and small businesses to thrive. Small businesses can get a kick start through companies like <a href=\"http:\/\/www.osbnbtc.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Omaha Small Business Network,<\/a> which helps startups find affordable office space, create realistic business plans and score a loan.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>We take our sports seriously.<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-34533 lazyload\" data-src=\"http:\/\/54.218.64.113\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/TD-Ameritrade-Park.png\" alt=\"TD Ameritrade Park\" width=\"945\" height=\"232\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/npdodge.blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/TD-Ameritrade-Park.png 945w, https:\/\/npdodge.blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/TD-Ameritrade-Park-300x74.png 300w, https:\/\/npdodge.blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/TD-Ameritrade-Park-768x189.png 768w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 945px) 100vw, 945px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 945px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 945\/232;\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em>Photo courtesy of\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.tdameritradeparkomaha.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">TD Ameritrade Park<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<p>If you see a few giant corn hats during the fall, don\u2019t be alarmed. That\u2019s just the locals showing support for our local college football team, the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.huskers.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">University of Nebraska Cornhuskers<\/a>! Though the famed Memorial Stadium is actually an hour away in Lincoln, it\u2019s not uncommon to travel down <a href=\"http:\/\/www.npdodge.com\/blog\/2017\/09\/complete-guide-tailgating-huskers-game-lincoln\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">to tailgate and watch the game in person<\/a>. If you\u2019re attending, make sure to wear your red, black and white, and when they say, \u201cHusker,\u201d you say, \u201cpower!\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Additionally, Omaha hosts the College World Series every year at <a href=\"http:\/\/www.tdameritradeparkomaha.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">TD Ameritrade Park<\/a>, and it\u2019s kind of a big deal. People look forward to the event year-round, and it basically turns into a week-long celebration! But in all honesty, there isn\u2019t a sport that we don\u2019t like. Fans of basketball, football, baseball, soccer, hockey, <a href=\"http:\/\/www.npdodge.com\/blog\/2017\/07\/best-golf-courses-omaha\/?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog%20Post&amp;utm_campaign=Internal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">golf<\/a> and <a href=\"http:\/\/www.npdodge.com\/blog\/2017\/10\/complete-guide-curling-upcoming-olympic-trials-omaha\/?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog%20Post&amp;utm_campaign=Internal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">curling<\/a> will all find home here. Omaha is home to excellent stadiums such as the <a href=\"https:\/\/omavs.com\/index.aspx?path=baxterarena\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Baxter Arena<\/a> as well as two fantastic universities (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.creighton.edu\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Creighton<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.unomaha.edu\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">University of Nebraska Omaha<\/a>). You can expect to see the big game onscreen at all of <a href=\"http:\/\/www.npdodge.com\/blog\/2017\/01\/sports-bars-in-omaha-council-bluffs-lincoln\/?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog%20Post&amp;utm_campaign=Internal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Omaha\u2019s best sports bars<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>You can get almost anywhere in 20 minutes.<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-34553 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/npdodge.blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/CommuteFinal-2.png\" alt=\"Omaha Commute\" width=\"945\" height=\"809\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 945px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 945\/809;\" \/><\/p>\n<p>With its bustling professional scene, festive nightlife and top-notch restaurants, Omaha has all of the perks of a big city, but we still haven\u2019t lost our small-town charm! Rush hour doesn\u2019t really exist here compared to other American cities, and you can easily reach the other end of town by car within 20 minutes. Without the lengthy commute, you might find yourself with extra time in the morning to grab <a href=\"http:\/\/www.npdodge.com\/blog\/2017\/01\/tea-coffee-shops-omaha\/?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog%20Post&amp;utm_campaign=Internal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">coffee<\/a>!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>We are very fashionable.<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-34463 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/npdodge.blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/OFW-Runway-2.png\" alt=\"Omaha Fashion week\" width=\"945\" height=\"400\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 945px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 945\/400;\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em>Photo courtesy of <a href=\"https:\/\/omahafashionweek.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Omaha Fashion Week\u00a0<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<p>We might not be as famous as Milan or New York City, but Omaha is a haven for the fashion-savvy. <a href=\"http:\/\/www.npdodge.com\/blog\/2018\/02\/ultimate-guide-omaha-fashion-week-2018-events-local-designers\/?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog%20Post&amp;utm_campaign=Internal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Omaha Fashion Week<\/a> is one of the largest fashion events in the country and allows local, regional and national designers to showcase their work on the runway. Additionally, locals can pick up the latest fashions at a <a href=\"http:\/\/www.npdodge.com\/blog\/2016\/09\/11-best-omaha-boutiques\/?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog%20Post&amp;utm_campaign=Internal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">nearby boutique<\/a>!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>We are no strangers to the farm-to-table movement.<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-34393 lazyload\" data-src=\"http:\/\/54.218.64.113\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/Farm-to-Table-.jpeg-1.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"945\" height=\"631\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 945px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 945\/631;\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Omaha sits in the agricultural center of the country! Nebraska is famous for its steaks, but our rolling hills and abundant sunshine makes it easy to raise livestock and grow produce. In fact, our area is surrounded by an abundance of <a href=\"http:\/\/www.npdodge.com\/blog\/2018\/06\/where-to-get-produce-meat-eggs-omaha\/?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog%20Post&amp;utm_campaign=Internal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">local farms and markets<\/a> perfect for stocking up on meat, dairy, produce and more. We take advantage of the local bounty by using it in our cooking, and you can sample the flavors of the region for yourself at one of these <a href=\"http:\/\/www.npdodge.com\/blog\/2018\/03\/best-farm-to-table-restaurants-in-omaha\/?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog%20Post&amp;utm_campaign=Internal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">12 farm-to-table restaurants in town.<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Our neighborhoods are filled with personality.<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-34363 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/npdodge.blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/Aksarben-2.png\" alt=\"Aksarben\" width=\"945\" height=\"709\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 945px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 945\/709;\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em>Photo courtesy of <a href=\"http:\/\/aksarbenvillage.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Aksarben Village<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<p>The city of Omaha is made up of an abundance of smaller communities, each boasting a different feel and personality. So, regardless of your lifestyle, you are sure to find a neighborhood that will make you feel at home! Some neighborhoods have amazing <a href=\"http:\/\/www.npdodge.com\/blog\/2018\/03\/omaha-neighborhoods-with-incredible-walk-scores\/?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog%20Post&amp;utm_campaign=Internal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">walk scores<\/a>, some host community events every week, and some are private and serene \u2014 it just depends on what you\u2019re looking for. <a href=\"http:\/\/www.npdodge.com\/blog\/2018\/05\/7-up-and-coming-neighborhoods-omaha\/?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog%20Post&amp;utm_campaign=Internal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Here are seven up-and-coming neighborhoods to consider around town.<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Omaha is a great city for people of all ages.<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-34503 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/npdodge.blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/People-of-All-Ages-Final-.jpeg.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"945\" height=\"631\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/npdodge.blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/People-of-All-Ages-Final-.jpeg.png 945w, https:\/\/npdodge.blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/People-of-All-Ages-Final-.jpeg-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/npdodge.blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/People-of-All-Ages-Final-.jpeg-768x513.png 768w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 945px) 100vw, 945px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 945px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 945\/631;\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Omaha was recently named as one of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepennyhoarder.com\/life\/best-cities-for-millennials\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">best cities in America for millennials<\/a> thanks to its low cost of living, abundance of jobs and vibrant lifestyle, but the city is appealing for people of all ages. For instance, families will love the abundance of family-friendly gatherings and cultural attractions like the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.ocm.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Omaha Children\u2019s Museum<\/a> and <a href=\"http:\/\/www.omahazoo.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Henry Doorly Zoo &amp; Aquarium<\/a>. And those looking to retire will love the abundance of cultural attractions and the friendly atmosphere.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>It\u2019s a food lover\u2019s paradise.<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-34403 lazyload\" data-src=\"http:\/\/54.218.64.113\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/Food-Lovers.jpeg-1.png\" alt=\"Omaha Restaurants\" width=\"945\" height=\"708\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 945px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 945\/708;\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Omaha is famous for its <a href=\"http:\/\/www.npdodge.com\/blog\/2016\/05\/the-top-steakhouses-in-omaha\/?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog%20Post&amp;utm_campaign=Internal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">steaks<\/a> and <a href=\"http:\/\/www.npdodge.com\/blog\/2016\/04\/the-9-best-places-to-get-a-burger-in-omaha\/?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog%20Post&amp;utm_campaign=Internal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">burgers<\/a>, but the town has been experiencing a bit of a foodie renaissance over the past decade! Chefs from culinary hubs across the country, including New York, Chicago and Los Angeles, are looking to Omaha for its business prospects, and working with local chefs and restaurateurs to create new concepts. We welcomed a record number of <a href=\"http:\/\/www.npdodge.com\/blog\/2017\/12\/top-10-omaha-restaurant-openings-2017\/?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog%20Post&amp;utm_campaign=Internal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">new eateries to the scene in 2017<\/a>, and whether you\u2019re in the mood for <a href=\"http:\/\/www.npdodge.com\/blog\/2018\/04\/get-best-fresh-seafood-omaha-area\/?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog%20Post&amp;utm_campaign=Internal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">seafood<\/a>, <a href=\"http:\/\/www.npdodge.com\/blog\/2016\/11\/vegan-vegetarian-friendly-omaha-area-restaurants\/?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog%20Post&amp;utm_campaign=Internal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">vegan and vegetarian fare,<\/a> <a href=\"http:\/\/www.npdodge.com\/blog\/2017\/04\/tacos-omaha-council-bluffs\/?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog%20Post&amp;utm_campaign=Internal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">tacos<\/a>, <a href=\"http:\/\/www.npdodge.com\/blog\/2018\/01\/best-bakeries-omaha-satisfy-sweet-tooth\/?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog%20Post&amp;utm_campaign=Internal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">baked goods<\/a>, or even <a href=\"http:\/\/www.npdodge.com\/blog\/2018\/01\/omaha-restaurants-that-make-cheating-on-your-diet-totally-worth-it\/?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog%20Post&amp;utm_campaign=Internal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">cheating on your diet,<\/a> there is something in town to delight your taste buds!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>There are plenty of opportunities for travel.<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-34543 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/npdodge.blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/Travel-.jpeg-3.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"945\" height=\"631\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 945px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 945\/631;\" \/><\/p>\n<p>If you have a serious case of wanderlust, you\u2019ll find that Omaha is an ideal home base. This town is located smack dab in the heart of America, which means that it\u2019s fairly easy to get anywhere you want to go! Catch a flight to hundreds of destinations across the globe from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flyoma.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Omaha Eppley Airfield<\/a>, or <a href=\"http:\/\/www.npdodge.com\/blog\/2016\/07\/the-6-best-summer-road-trip-destinations-from-omaha\/?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog%20Post&amp;utm_campaign=Internal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">drive to some of our nation\u2019s best vacation destinations in less than seven hours<\/a>. There are also plenty of awesome <a href=\"http:\/\/www.npdodge.com\/blog\/2018\/04\/the-best-summer-getaways-in-nebraska\/?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog%20Post&amp;utm_campaign=Internal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">weekend getaways right here in Nebraska<\/a>,<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>It\u2019s a wonderful place for animal lovers.<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-34433 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/npdodge.blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/Henry-Doorly-Zoo-2.jpeg.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"945\" height=\"531\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/npdodge.blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/Henry-Doorly-Zoo-2.jpeg.png 945w, https:\/\/npdodge.blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/Henry-Doorly-Zoo-2.jpeg-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/npdodge.blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/Henry-Doorly-Zoo-2.jpeg-768x432.png 768w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 945px) 100vw, 945px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 945px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 945\/531;\" \/><\/p>\n<p>And we\u2019re not just saying that! If you\u2019re a fan of animals, you\u2019ll be happy to hear that Omaha\u2019s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium was recently ranked as the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.omaha.com\/living\/omaha-zoo-ranked-no-in-the-country-according-to-usa\/article_44a8da30-162c-11e7-ad6b-4f3afbc395d5.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">second best zoo in the country by USA Today<\/a>. The zoo is constantly praised for its elaborate, one-of-a-kind exhibits and diverse range of animals.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re looking for an experience that is off the beaten path, you can venture to the nearby <a href=\"http:\/\/www.npdodge.com\/blog\/2018\/03\/experience-nebraskas-wild-side-lee-g-simmons-conservation-park-wildlife-safari\/?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog%20Post&amp;utm_campaign=Internal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Lee G. Simmons Conservation Park and Wildlife Safari<\/a>. Located just 30 minutes outside of town, the park houses more than 350 animals and 53 species from all over the world, including a large selection of species native to North America. Drive through the park on a modern safari to witness some of these animals in their natural habitat!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>We have great schools.<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-35553 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/npdodge.blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/Schools-.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"945\" height=\"630\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/npdodge.blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/Schools-.png 945w, https:\/\/npdodge.blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/Schools--300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/npdodge.blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/Schools--768x512.png 768w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 945px) 100vw, 945px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 945px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 945\/630;\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Between <a href=\"https:\/\/www.creighton.edu\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Creighton University<\/a>,\u00a0the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.unomaha.edu\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">University of Nebraska Omaha<\/a>\u00a0and so many more \u2014 there are plenty of opportunities for a great education! And that&#8217;s just colleges. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.niche.com\/k12\/search\/best-school-districts\/m\/omaha-metro-area\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Here are the best public school districts in the Omaha area<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>There is always something fun going on.<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-34743 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/npdodge.blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/Bridge-Beats-3-4.png\" alt=\"Bridge Beats Omaha\" width=\"945\" height=\"630\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 945px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 945\/630;\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em>Photo courtesy of\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/bridgebeats.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Bridge Beats<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<p>You never have to worry about being bored in Omaha. There are so many fun things to do, see and explore, so the real issue is deciding how to spend your time. Enjoy a <a href=\"http:\/\/www.npdodge.com\/blog\/2018\/06\/14-free-concert-series-omaha-council-bluffs\/?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog%20Post&amp;utm_campaign=Internal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">free concert during the summer<\/a>, get a team together for <a href=\"http:\/\/www.npdodge.com\/blog\/2017\/09\/complete-guide-trivia-nights-omaha-area\/?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog%20Post&amp;utm_campaign=Internal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">trivia night<\/a>, embark on a <a href=\"http:\/\/www.npdodge.com\/blog\/2017\/03\/omaha-craft-brewery-guide\/?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog%20Post&amp;utm_campaign=Internal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">self-guided brewery crawl<\/a>, see a show at the <a href=\"https:\/\/omahaperformingarts.org\/our-venues\/orpheum\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Orpheum Theater<\/a>, go on a unique <a href=\"http:\/\/www.npdodge.com\/blog\/2015\/11\/10-date-night-ideas-in-omaha\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">date with your sweetheart,<\/a> <a href=\"http:\/\/www.npdodge.com\/blog\/2018\/05\/cyclists-guide-omaha-best-bike-shops-trails-rental-options\/?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog%20Post&amp;utm_campaign=Internal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">rent a bike and hit the trails<\/a>, explore our <a href=\"http:\/\/www.npdodge.com\/blog\/?s=restaurants%20&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog%20Post&amp;utm_campaign=Internal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">local restaurant scene<\/a> or venture between our <a href=\"http:\/\/www.npdodge.com\/blog\/2018\/03\/insiders-guide-omahas-15-popular-landmarks\/?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog%20Post&amp;utm_campaign=Internal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">city\u2019s most popular landmarks<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>The people here are friendly.<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-34413 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/npdodge.blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/Friendly-.jpeg.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"945\" height=\"630\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/npdodge.blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/Friendly-.jpeg.png 945w, https:\/\/npdodge.blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/Friendly-.jpeg-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/npdodge.blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/Friendly-.jpeg-768x512.png 768w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 945px) 100vw, 945px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 945px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 945\/630;\" \/><\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re perfectly comfortable striking up a conversation with strangers, Omaha might be the place for you. Our unofficial claim to fame is that we are \u201cNebraska nice,\u201d which means it\u2019s normal here to be friends with your grocery store clerk, to have a conversation with a neighbor while walking your dog, or to meet a new friend at a local event. In fact, WalletHub recently named us one of the <a href=\"https:\/\/wallethub.com\/edu\/most-caring-cities\/17814\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">most caring cities in America<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>There are lots of photo opportunities.<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-34513 lazyload\" data-src=\"http:\/\/54.218.64.113\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/Photo-Ops-.jpeg-1.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"945\" height=\"630\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 945px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 945\/630;\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Whether you\u2019re gazing at the skyline from the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitomaha.com\/bob\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge<\/a> or riding in a horse-drawn carriage through <a href=\"https:\/\/oldmarket.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Old Market<\/a>, you will find plenty of reasons to snap a photo for Instagram. Beauty is everywhere here \u2014 in our sunsets, <a href=\"http:\/\/www.npdodge.com\/blog\/2018\/06\/restaurant-patios-omaha\/?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog%20Post&amp;utm_campaign=Internal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">on our patios<\/a>, in our parks and in our homes. Just <a href=\"http:\/\/www.npdodge.com\/blog\/2017\/01\/local-instagrammers-that-will-make-you-fall-in-love-with-omaha\/?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog%20Post&amp;utm_campaign=Internal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">check out these gorgeous Instagram shots<\/a> if you don\u2019t believe us!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>All in all, it\u2019s just the best.<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-34383 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/npdodge.blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/Downtown-Omaha.jpeg.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"945\" height=\"498\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/npdodge.blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/Downtown-Omaha.jpeg.png 945w, https:\/\/npdodge.blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/Downtown-Omaha.jpeg-300x158.png 300w, https:\/\/npdodge.blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/Downtown-Omaha.jpeg-768x405.png 768w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 945px) 100vw, 945px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 945px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 945\/498;\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Omahans know that there is no better place to call <a href=\"https:\/\/www.npdodge.com\/search\/?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog%20Post&amp;utm_campaign=Internal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">home<\/a>, and once you visit, you\u2019ll see for yourself what all the fuss is about!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Did we convince you?<\/h3>\n<p>If you\u2019re looking to make the move, we can help you find your dream home! <a href=\"http:\/\/www.npdodge.com\/blog\/2018\/06\/restaurant-patios-omaha\/?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog%20Post&amp;utm_campaign=Internal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Contact one of our talented agents<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.npdodge.com\/search\/?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog%20Post&amp;utm_campaign=Internal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">use our advanced search tool<\/a> to find your dream home.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Omaha has been garnering lots of attention as of late as one of the best places to live in the country \u2014 and if you\u2019re a local, you already know that you are very lucky to live here. 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