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What to know before moving from Gainesville to Omaha

Moving from Gainesville to Omaha comes with exciting new opportunities — but also higher living costs. Since Omaha is generally more expensive than Gainesville, it’s important to plan ahead and budget carefully for the change.

Check out how the two cities compare so you know what to expect before you relocate:

• Rent prices in Omaha are 19% lower than in Gainesville, which means you’ll have more money in your pocket each month.
• In terms of homeownership, you’ll be able to get more for your money in Omaha.
  Home prices in Omaha are 4.4% lower than in Gainesville.
• Income in Omaha is 10.8% higher than in Gainesville, so you could earn more for doing the same job. The top employers in Omaha include Berkshire Hathaway, C&A Industries, and Union Pacific.
• Be sure to budget for higher bills in Omaha, since the cost of living for a single person in Omaha is 81.4% higher than in Gainesville. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• If you’re moving your family to Omaha, keep in mind that your living expenses could increase. The cost of living for a family in Omaha is 15.2% higher than in Gainesville.
• The unemployment rate in Omaha is 22.73% lower than in Gainesville.
• Sales taxes are the same in Omaha and Gainesville.
• State income taxes in Omaha are 6.64% higher than in Gainesville.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $5,442.39 in Omaha to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Gainesville.

How life is different in Gainesville vs. Omaha

• The population of Omaha is about 243% greater than Gainesville, so you may find more to see and do in your new surroundings. Of course, with more people can also come increased competition for jobs and housing.
• Getting around Omaha without a car might be more difficult than in Gainesville. Omaha has a public transportation score of 5 out of 10, whereas Gainesville is ranked 6. Ratings are based on a city’s transit connectivity, service frequency, and accessibility to key destinations like jobs and grocery stores.
• Living in Omaha means you’ll likely be within closer walking distance to restaurants, shops, parks, and entertainment than you are in Gainesville. Omaha is considered more walkable than Gainesville, with a score of 48 out of 100 versus 37 out of 100 in Gainesville. A city’s walkability score indicates how pedestrian-friendly it is in terms of proximity of neighborhoods to amenities.
• You probably won’t see as many cycling lanes or off-road trails in Omaha, which is ranked as less bike-friendly than Gainesville. While Gainesville has a bike-friendliness score of 69 out of 100, Omaha earned a 42. Scores are based on factors like whether a city accommodates cyclists on major roadways, how often people bike to work, and how many steep hills it has.
• The crime rate in Omaha is higher than in Gainesville, so you may want to exercise a little extra caution as you're acclimating to your new location. While the crime index is 45.72 in Omaha, it is 8.0 in Gainesville. With this index, the lower the score, the better, since it indicates a city’s crime levels.
• Omaha is generally as safe as Gainesville, according to their similar safety index ratings. The ratings are based on how comfortable residents feel about walking alone during the daytime and nighttime and the number of small crimes like theft and muggings.
• The air quality in Omaha and Gainesville is generally the same (Good). Cities with good to moderate ratings have clean or acceptable air quality, with the possibility of small pollutants affecting people with certain health conditions like asthma. Anything beyond the moderate rate means increased impact on residents.

Other things to consider for your Gainesville vs. Omaha move

• Weather: Omaha has hot summers and cold winters. Most rain fall occurs during the warmer months.
• HOA rules: Check ahead with any neighborhood or community rules on moving to ensure a smooth move.
• Elevator reservation: If your building has an elevator you'll want to check on how to reserve it for move day.
• Truck parking permits: Some cities require parking permits for large vehicles and moving trucks. Find out if you need any parking permits ahead of time.
• State licensing: The Nebraska Public Service Commission (NPSC) regulates local and intrastate moving companies within the state. All movers must have a Certificate of Authority issued by the NPSC, maintain minimum levels of insurance, and comply with regulations set forth by the Commission’s Motor Carrier Division. Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
• State regulator: You can verify a Nebraska moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: Nebraska does not require any moving permits, but it is helpful to check local parking restrictions before moving into the state.
• Change of address: We recommend submitting your change of address form with USPS at least a week prior to your move. You can set an official move date on the form and this way all of your mail will get properly forwarded to Omaha. Get started here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state requires moving companies to carry different levels of insurance.Opt for Released Value Protection, a no-cost choice with minimal coverage, as movers are liable for up to 60 cents per pound per item. For example, if your mover misplaces or damages a valuable antique weighing 30 pounds, you'd receive $18 (60 cents x 30 pounds). For broader coverage, discuss alternatives with your moving company or consider consulting a third-party insurance provider.
• Moving checklist: Our moving checklist will help you have the peace of mind that you've got everything covered.

Where to live in Omaha

Now that you've decided to make the move to "Big "O"", these are the best neighborhoods to move to in Omaha.

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