Omaha, NE vs St. Louis, MO
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
St. Louis
77
#293 nationally
Omaha leads in school rating (7.4 vs 4.8). St. Louis leads in walk score (62 vs 43). Omaha leads in median household income ($65,562 vs $51,591).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Omaha, NE | St. Louis, MO |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 74.7 (#567) | 77 (#293) |
| Population | 492,374 | 293,310 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $299,344 | $188,569 |
| Median Household Income | $65,562 | $51,591 |
| Average Commute | 20.4 min | 24.8 min |
| Walk Score | 43 | 62 |
| Crime Level | Moderate | High |
| School Rating | 7.4 | 4.8 |
| Cost of Living Index | 91 | 86 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+10.2 | D+64.7 |
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+
77 Score
St. Louis, MO
Gateway to the West with urban charm
Median Home
$188,569
Population
293,310
Crime
High
Schools
C
Midwest
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