Paycheck Calculator for Omaha, NE
Updated 2026 · Local data pre-filled
The median household income in Omaha, NE is $68,200/year ($5,683/mo gross). After federal and state taxes, take-home pay varies. We've pre-filled the calculator with the local median so you can compare your salary to your neighbors.
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How Omaha Compares to the National Average
Understanding how Omaha stacks up helps you calibrate your financial planning.
| Metric | Omaha, NE | US Average | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Price | $260,000 | $420,800 | -38.2% |
| Median Monthly Rent | $941 | $1,713 | -45.1% |
| Median Household Income | $68,200 | $74,580 | -8.6% |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.60% | 1.10% | +45.5% |
| Cost of Living Index | 91 | 100 | -9.0% |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau, BLS, Zillow, NAR (2024–2025). Green = favorable for residents; red = less favorable.
Omaha Financial Snapshot
- Population (Metro)
- 970,000
- Unemployment
- 2.8%
- Avg Commute
- 21 min
- Median Age
- 34.6
- Price-to-Rent Ratio
- 23.0x
- Annual Property Tax
- $4,160
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Frequently Asked Questions — Omaha
What is the median home price in Omaha, NE?
The median home price in Omaha is $260,000 as of 2025–2026. This is below the national median of $420,800.
What is the average rent in Omaha?
Median monthly rent in Omaha is $941. That works out to $11,292/year, or 17% of the median household income — within the commonly recommended 30% of income guideline.
Is Omaha affordable?
Omaha's cost of living index is 91 vs. the national average of 100. With a median household income of $68,200/year and a median home price of $260,000, the price-to-income ratio is 3.8x. Omaha remains relatively affordable compared to many US metros.
What is the property tax rate in Omaha?
The effective property tax rate in Omaha is 1.60% of assessed value. On the median home of $260,000, that's roughly $4,160/year ($347/month).