Omaha, Nebraska Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Omaha, Nebraska had a total population of 488,837, the 1st largest city in Nebraska, with a median household income of $73,201, which is 4% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 13.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Omaha is the 1st largest city in Nebraska with a population of 488,837.
- 40.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in Nebraska.
Omaha Quick Facts
How Omaha Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 488,197 | 488,837 | +0.1% |
| Median household income | $72,708 | $73,201 | +0.7% |
| Median home value | $230,100 | $245,500 | +6.7% |
How Omaha Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.
State average: 41 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Omaha Rankings in Nebraska
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Other Cities in Douglas County
Cities Similar to Omaha
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln | 294,856 | $71,867 | $264,000 | 41.8% | 12.7% |
| Bellevue | 64,510 | $85,462 | $247,000 | 34.4% | 7.8% |
| Grand Island | 52,884 | $63,795 | $218,600 | 20.9% | 15.2% |
| Kearney | 34,246 | $69,724 | $244,600 | 36.5% | 12.4% |
| Fremont | 27,567 | $71,152 | $214,700 | 21.9% | 11.6% |
Population Overview
Omaha is a major urban center located in Nebraska, within Douglas County. The total population is 488,837. It ranks as the 1st most populous out of 583 Census-designated places in Nebraska.
Age Demographics
The median age in Omaha is 35.3 years. This is 5% lower than the state median of 37.2 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Omaha is $73,201. This is 4% lower than the state median of $76,475. It is also 9% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 13.5%. This is 27% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.6%. The unemployment rate is 4.2%. This is 39% higher than the state rate of 3.0%. The median home value is $245,500. Housing costs are 3% higher than the state median of $238,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.4x. 57.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 14% lower than the state average of 66.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Omaha is White (non-Hispanic), making up 63.4% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 16.2%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (11.4% vs 4.6%). The Asian population is significantly higher than the state average (4.0% vs 2.6%).
Education
40.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Omaha in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 16% higher than the state rate of 34.6%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 90.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Omaha, Nebraska is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Nebraska state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 583 Census-designated places in Nebraska. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Omaha, Nebraska?
Omaha, Nebraska has a population of 488,837 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Omaha, NE?
The median household income in Omaha is $73,201, which is 9% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Omaha, NE?
The poverty rate in Omaha is 13.5%. This means approximately 64,645 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Omaha, Nebraska?
Omaha's population is 63.4% White, 11.4% Black, 16.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 4.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Omaha, NE?
The median home value in Omaha is $245,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.4x.
How educated is Omaha, Nebraska?
40.1% of adults (25+) in Omaha hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 14.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.