Omaha, Nebraska Might Be The New Best City In America

[@NickJohnson]

Here's the entire Midwest Road Trip playlist: kzbin.info/aero/PLq-_cmf3H6yreUhBrJwFhC9LeCYh1TvBL

[@steveconnolly7129]

Roadtrip canada thats a real roadtrip

[@elijahheart9103]

Can black people move there? Or do we have to leave by sun down

[@king77solomon30]

@@elijahheart9103 Can whites move freely in philly, NYC and not be physically attacked for being a woman or a Jew??? YES ITS HAPPENING!!!

[@elijahheart9103]

@@king77solomon30 yes whites can move anywhere and not get attacked as a black person we have to check which neighborhood is a sundown town and which isn't. I'm not a criminal just because I'm black respect that. The same way you wouldn't wanna be called a mass shooter just because your white. Don't put us all in the same category you wouldn't want to be put in.

[@mrtony80]

Nick, please do a tour of affluent black neighborhoods in the US. A lot of people don't know they exist but they do, in places like Prince George County in Maryland, Atlanta, and Windsor Hills, California. It would be refreshing - for everyone, I hope - to see a majority black neighborhood that isn't poverty and crime stricken.

[@s.morris4099]

Well that was refreshing to see... no tents, boarded up houses, no trash blowing in the streets. Nice to see... keep it up Omaha for the future.

[@NewHaven203]

Those descriptions are perfect for Newport News, Virginia; where I’m currently stationed. Complete shithole

[@darthvaldez999]

I live in South Omaha across from where I live are homeless shelters and even the tweakers are polite there was a tent in the entrance of a highway and the police immediately started to tear it down

[@jerome8564]

Most red states send the homeless to the blue ones so ofc you won’t see that much

[@normalisntcomingback.Jesusis]

@Espurrrxd yep what people don't understand the bigger omaha gets the worse its getting and omaha is growing fast..omaha will be the first city in the Midwest right behind Minneapolis to turn to hell just watch

[@TD-ce5ru]

You are right Darth. They are staying on top of it. The tree lined river bottoms are where the homeless set up , out of site.. Really a nice setting, almost like a state park. Then the winters end that. We also have a hard working homeless shelter trying their best to help.

[@Treppe85]

Aksarben is Nebraska backwards for those who didn't recognize it. Lincoln native here. GBR

[@richardalvarez2390]

And the Aksarben district shape is also Nebraska upside down

[@debbiegraffius2522]

Lol in the late 50's Aksarben race track was my first home (my dad was a jockey)

[@cherubrock222]

I love how Nick runs every red light while downtown.

[@NickJohnson]

Not really all of them

[@acwarner31]

So do the locals

[@davidbea3711]

@@NickJohnson lol atleast Nick aint smoking CraCK while running redlites !! U gotta respect !!🔥🙏🙏

[@davel7014]

I've noticed that too.

[@robertmason7553]

I thought I was the only one that noticed it. Hes the one thats going to get red light cameras installed in downtown Omaha.

[@ajackson4644]

Nebraska and Omaha is one of the most genuine place I’ve been in the U.S. The culture values the important things in life people, community, giving back, and caring for one another. Some call it boring but it’s simple with core values are carried with pride.

[@TheJpwzrd]

Nope, don’t come. Everyone stay away. I hear Austin TX is nice.

[@marymcdonagh7697]

Omaha was such a delight to visit! It's clean, traffic is non-existent, it's safe and the best part? Everyone we met was so friendly and chatty and welcoming! Plus we got to experience great food and drink. I visited on a whim with a friend and by the end of our trip, we named it our favorite US city. Thank you, Omaha!

[@Champwsox05]

I'm 41 and only been to Omaha once on our family's way to the Black Hills when I was a kid back in the 90's, but I remember the place being really nice. We stopped in Omaha for some chicken. That and Lincoln, NE. We were there during a invasion of locusts.

[@minionman95]

I live towards the center of Nebraska and I don’t make it out that way often, too big for me.

[@sassyblueeyes748]

Thank you! Please come again!

[@mando2.049]

Is traffic non existent a relative statement? I’m coming from California the LA/San Diego I5 hectic bumper to bumper traffic all day everyday. This traffic drives me crazy can’t wait to get out of it.

[@victoryrider]

​@mando2.049 compared to your so cal traffic yes. Omaha is nothing.

[@thomasbusciglio5239]

I relocated to Omaha from the East Coast in November 2021. I have been surprised by the scale of the urban renewal here, and by how dynamic the city is: new parks, new riverfront in 2023, new performing arts center, refurbished historic districts, a streetcar line in 2026... There are even talks of covering part of Interstate 480, which cuts right through the city! Lots of business money supporting these projects as well: Berkshire, Union Pacific, Mutual of Omaha, Kiewit...

[@hotdog31227]

I heard about then putting a lid over 480! cant wait to see it.

[@robertmason7553]

Im from DC and I dont miss it one bit. Even my family are a bunch of uppity know it alls. Cant stand the fact that im armed. Im not welcomed there anymore. LOL and Im serious. I do wish Omahah had a subway system though. Over and under are the best train rides in the world.

[@robertmason7553]

@@hotdog31227 I dont know if thats happening but its deadly in the winter. I stay off to go to Council Bluffs.

[@jillbutler45]

Where did you get your information from on Omaha. There are black people out west and northwest. We do have homeless people here.

[@robertmason7553]

@@jillbutler45 Who are you talking to Jill?????? Ive been in Papillion for 15 years and harldy any blacks here and whites seem like they are surprised to see me. Who was that question to??????

[@xczunchy]

Let me tell you. Im from SC born and raised and i came to Omaha because of military back in 2018 and i love this place. Currently stay in Papillion and i love it! Never thought id ever say that but i do! People are way more friendly than the south, foods great, and its just a vibe. Glad to call Omaha/Papillion my second home. GBR!!!

[@SifunjawakoVlogs]

Lmao wasn't expecting to see you here bro... it's sid from Offutt the lightskin dude we used to workout at the base gym how you like your car and the new base ?

[@lukelogan8539]

This is so interesting to me I’m from Nebraska not Omaha but Lincoln and I moved to NC! What makes you enjoy Nebraska over the Carolinas I’m very curious

[@richardalvarez2390]

​@@lukelogan8539Nebraska is a well run state at number 3 and SC is one of the worst states in the union #41, it's embarrassing also too many blacks in SC.

[@lukelogan8539]

@@richardalvarez2390 really showing our true colors today. I’ll stay down here its beautiful

[@emmanuelkhumalo2447]

I live in Africa and I know I'll never go to the US. I'm curious about the parts which are mostly not on tv. Thanks Nick for the free road trips

[@NickJohnson]

Ok Emmanuel ❤️❤️

[@superoffended6737]

I wish we could trade some of the bad people over here for some good people like u. 👍👌 All we have coming over here now is a bunch of lazy liars that have their hand out for everything they can get. I don't know where u r in Africa but the US is nothing what it used to be. If u came here, there is a 90% chance u would be another rat stuck in the rat race. I wish u happiness wherever u r.

[@nitedreamer23]

come to the heartland of America, Emmanuel. You'll find people are mostly good and mostly kind.

[@gringoloco8576]

We actually have a large Sudanese population in Omaha.

[@emmanuelkhumalo2447]

@@r.mariano8118 No, I'm from South Africa, so it's English and my native language

[@emilyk2424]

I’ve lived in Omaha basically my whole life. I’m 31 and am so proud of this city. I love sharing it with others and appreciate when other see the good in it. ❤️ Thank you for speaking highly of it!

[@bettyada852]

Am from Kenya ,I pray one day to visit there

[@rickerhart907]

I am just the opposite. I couldn't wait to get out of there. No big trees, no clear running streams, no mountains, nowhere to hike for miles and miles without seeing other people. I moved back for a few years and had several bad experiences. Stolen car, fights in a restaurant over nothing, high taxes compared to where I had lived before, and a few other stories I won't go into. The day Omaha was in my rearview mirror was a good day. Glad you're happy there. You must live in West Omaha.

[@emilyk2424]

@@rickerhart907 no not west Omaha 😂 I’m pretty central Omaha. I’m sorry you had bad experiences, I hope you enjoy the place you’re living now!

[@notsure8800]

Get out more…Omaha sucks

[@jorojoroS]

me and my way about to move there for 10’months since i got a job there, this makes me happy knowing how good y’all talk about it 😁😁

[@tamereamarion5187]

I'm from Omaha. This was a pretty accurate review. I think we do take the safety and security for granted. The young people always wanna move because we think it's boring but also almost everyone I know who leaves for a big place moved back

[@martianwoodpecker]

I think many move because of the perceived boredom, but end up doing the same things in their new city as they did in Omaha, except the cost of living is higher and its less safe, which is why so many move back.

[@junioradult6219]

As soon as those people have familys priorities change. Crime, schools, cost of living become tops in the list for wgat they look for

[@pablopicaro7649]

Weather sucks too bad, not coming back.

[@firefly9838]

Yeah I moved away. Got older, ready to have a family. Houses are 1/2 the cost back in Omaha. Guess I will be moving back.

[@richardalvarez2390]

​@@pablopicaro7649I love the weather that is not boring. We don't have Minneapolis weather or the extreme hot weather of Florida, where the superficial people live

[@michael.v6125]

I'm moving with my family to Nebraska in a few months. New York is sicking, and I can't wait where so happy to start new 🙏

[@LakotaRoze]

Review since moving there?

[@richardalvarez2390]

Please don't vote demonrat and bring those politics

[@serratograffiti]

Sorry you got sick there.

[@rockymountainjazzfan1822]

I have family that lives in the Omaha area. For a good-sized city, it is pretty nice. Medical services are very good there, too. The biggest downer for Omaha and Nebraska is, surprisingly, high taxes. Property and income taxes are pretty high. Aside from that, Nebraska is a great place, as is neighboring Kansas--some of the best people to be found anywhere. By the way, "Aksarben" is Nebraska spelled backwards.

[@jsjssgjsjsuwjxjsaksjxjxn]

It's weird how high tax places are often where people want to move to ;) I think there used to a be horse racing track called Aksarben.

[@aaronkamakaze2967]

@@jsjssgjsjsuwjxjsaksjxjxn lol that's not true at all. Florida low taxes, Texas low taxes, Utah low taxes, Idaho, washington etc all low tax burden states where everyone is moving. Meanwhile California, new York, Hawaii, Illinois etc all have high taxes and the middle class is leaving.

[@jsjssgjsjsuwjxjsaksjxjxn]

@@aaronkamakaze2967 I stand corrected

[@studogable]

@@jsjssgjsjsuwjxjsaksjxjxn yes, the Aksarben area used to be a racetrack. Now it's mixed-use shopping and the IT campus for the university.

[@bobbybooker2123]

@@aaronkamakaze2967 California voters forced a referendum in the 1970s to lower property taxes. That underfunded already underfunded public schools and put them on a path to where they're at.

[@brianwilson8088]

Wow! This was an INCREDIBLE profile of Omaha. It's amazing that you put together such an accurate and thorough report after only a 2 day stay. I've lived here my whole life (age 31). I definitely realize how fortunate I am to live here. I was the same as the woman you interviewed in high school- couldn't wait to get out of here. But as I became an adult, I started to love Omaha. Every year I love it more. It's almost sad to hear that you think Omaha is in its perfect stage of growth right now because that makes me feel like it's just going to get more problematic from here.

[@NickJohnson]

Enjoy it now

[@rickerhart907]

I moved out of Omaha when I was 25 and 20 years later came back and lived for a few years. I couldn't wait to get the hell out of there both times. If all you like to do is work and go out to eat it's a good place. Great restaurants

[@toddrouw6019]

Great video! I have traveled extensively for work over the last 20 years and will say that Omaha truly is my favorite city after New Orleans (omg the food!!). Have lived here for 16 years and one thing you didn’t mention is the restaurant and food scene here are amazing for a relatively small town. That being said, both of my oldest have moved away to big cities in the last year (1 moved back already😂)

[@Electrodexify]

Here is one area that people forget, Omaha and Nebraska in general invests plenty in education, and is one of the top states with good education. Nebraska, along with Iowa and other neighboring northern midwestern states, have among the highest general IQ, compared to the South, except Texas. Omaha has a crime program called Omaha360, which has been effective in reducing crime and other cities are looking at Omaha for inspiration, including Kansas City. Mayor Jean Stothert has vowed to increase the wages and salary of police officers, so that they do a better job and get the respect they deserve to do their jobs. As long as Nebraska and Iowa, keep their familial values high, invest in education, support their law enforcement. We won't have crime. Also, we are entering in a period of correction across the country, many people have seen how poorly some places are being run and why; and which places have been doing a good job running their cities and states. P.S. I can't wait for the full Riverfront to open on Aug 18 of this year, it will be nice to have Heartland of America and Lewis and Clark Landing open, along with the Gene Leahy Mall.

[@fdwaffle6073]

Just moved away from Omaha to phoenix after living there for 6 years. I miss it a lot and it’s such a great city. I’m so glad to see people finally appreciating the city and how amazing it is. Thanks for showing people how great this city really is.

[@firefly9838]

I moved away too bro to Texas. Its hot and expensive here. Thinking of going back.

[@richardalvarez2390]

I've visited Phoenix the desert look gets old fast

[@YoutubeChanneI]

I've always thought of Nebraska as the American dream. I like midwestern culture as they tend to keep ahold of traditional values like building families and having good worth ethic.

[@minionman95]

You probably won’t make it but end of July in Burwell, up north, they hold Nebraska’s Big Rodeo. If you enjoy the midwestern ideals Burwell is definitely that.

[@eliasguerra6789]

@@minionman95 we stand on our morals but where like the most introvert people and nicesttt for no reason I wish people here were more on defensive lol because people are coming in fast because the city they talk shit on is now a good city to come to

[@rajraghupathy9471]

Hi Nick, I’m a foreigner who spent 7 weeks in Omaha last year. Your description was spot on, I agree completely with your very favorable review. And nicely done, Nick!

[@bhadley05]

Nick, I appreciate that you are trying to spotlight Omaha. I was born and raised in Omaha. I also work for the City and some of your perspectives about Omaha, North Omaha in particular were negative and unappreciated. I was born in North Omaha and moved back there. It is a safe place. Contrary to what you alluded to about West Omaha, crime happens there just as much. I used to live out West. Media is more eager to perpetuate a narrative of an unsafe eastern half of Omaha. And we do have homeless problem. I was just at 108th and Q Street and saw a person sleeping on the street. Panhandling is out of control. The homeless have set up tents in some places. It’s ridiculous for Omaha.

[@CapAllocator]

I was in Omaha the other month for the Berkshire AGM. I was positively surprised how lively the city is. You have nice areas with cool bars and lots of young people in downtown. And looking at the housing prices compared to my country (Germany) it is absolutely reasonable. If you live in a economic successful area such as Munich, Frankfurt or Düsseldorf, you pay around 1 million dollars for just a 4 room apartment. In Omaha you get quite a lot more for your money.

[@barringtonmorris90]

Did you say lively? 😅😅

[@MusabDiplomacy-ru3kq]

Hey Nick, It was an awesome video, telling lots of to the point information about Omaha. I’m from Tajikistan far away from Omaha with a dream to come to this cool city to live and grow. I was looking for an accurate video telling more details about this city. You made the best video. My genuine appreciations to you man.

[@wes326]

I'm from Florida and my wife is from Oregon. We met in 1988 when I was in the Air Force and she had just graduated from Creighton nursing school and worked at UNMC. We now live in Papillion. This is a good place to live and raise a family. Big enough for shopping, entertainment, but doesn't have the problems of a big city. For a good time, come here during the College World Series.

[@Seagulltrash]

Aye, paisan!!

[@peacecole1968]

I know I'm a Nebraska and very biased. But, like you I've been all over the country and it truly is an amazing place, and amazing people. I want to say thank you for pointing out all the things you did, I do honestly believe, compared to the rest of the country anyway. Omaha and Nebraska as a whole is one of the best states in the nation! People just know I-80 and the flat corn fields. On another note, you seem to run a lot of red lights!😃

[@robertmason7553]

I live here and from DC for 30 years. Im 52 and I can tell you, you are correct sir. Nebraska outside of the winters is awesome.

[@johncooper7663]

Amazing people don't believe Trumps bull shite and elect a fascist governer.

[@gatesjohnson590]

@@robertmason7553 winter last 6 months here that’s not nice

[@lukelogan8539]

Omaha is cool I was born and raised in Lincoln lived in Nebraska for 21 years but I decided to move to Charlotte North Carolina but I do plan to one day move back and live in Omaha I’m just waiting for the city to grow its entertainment

[@christinereece7661]

I moved to Omaha from Minneapolis. Omaha is a nicer city. I noticed the friendliness of the people right away. The only thing I miss are the winter sports and the lakes. Oh well.

[@ThaiThom]

Hopefully you didn't bring Minneapolis politics with you.

[@ZacharyGale]

Better vote red

[@gringoloco8576]

We're building a new lake west of Omaha fyi...

[@trududdyb546]

I grew up an hour north of Omaha in a really small town and the rest of the state thinks Omaha is a bunch of snooty assholes. I think Omaha has their fair share but generally good Midwestern people.

[@teddyruxspin6123]

@@gringoloco8576 Ashland?

[@donaldewert2332]

I live in Milwaukee and love it! But, I must say, Omaha looks really nice and, I like that pedestrian bridge connecting Omaha with Council Bluffs, so cool!!

[@lorenl9262]

Best video ever Nick!! I lived in the San Francisco Bay Area for over 35 years and then moved to Las Vegas for the past 12 years now which has turned into LA, CA 2.0!!! Kudos to you for your videos and to this channel!!! :)- I LOVE the lady that you "interviewed" with!!! She is a DOLL!!

[@NickJohnson]

Go visit Omaha!

[@williamcarlson5405]

From WC, My brother did. his bit to help the growth of Omaha! He, his wife, and young son moved there in 1966! Two more sons that grew up married and proceeded to help populate Nebraska! So now on the third or fourth generation there is 35 of them, so as I said my brother and his family have done their best to increase the population of Omaha! I went out there to visit them five years ago from NE TN, and I was surprised it was so hilly, you don’t really show that in your video! It is very pretty and very clean! I talked to my brother today and he told me that Omaha had grown another 25to 30 blocks west since I was there!

[@vu_adventures]

I moved to Omaha 7 years ago. My company is one of the tech boom... or as we call it corporate welfare. Nebraska made a deal with companies to come in and build their business here tax-free for the next 10 plus years depending on how the agreement is. My company's coming to the end of our text free agreement and we are now downgrading and selling our building. There will be layoffs soon and I will move on with my family to the next state or wherever my job takes me. When I moved here, a lot of people tells me that I'm crazy to move into the state while they are looking to move out. Then again most of the people I interact with are in their 20s and 30s who said that. When I move out next year in the spring or summer. Omaha will have a special place in my heart. Will I move back? no but I will visit when I passed through. Thanks for doing an episode on Omaha.

[@davidbudka1298]

Interesting fact. Up until the 1980s South Omaha was largely a Czech and Polish enclave. The packing houses encouraged large scale emigration. Czechs and Poles, blacks from the South, and then Hispanics. They were always looking for relatively cheap labor, but they also encouraged the displacement of people. There have been movements to once again unionize the packing houses. Some companies do not treat their workers well. Some of the racial tensions in Omaha have links to the packing industry and how they treated people. Meth use and drug abuse do exist in Omaha, Lincoln, and many small towns. Still, Omaha has many wonderful people from all over the world! However, I miss the days when Lincoln was a sleepy college and railroad town. I grew up in Lincoln. My dad’s parents came from Czechoslovakia to South Omaha around 1900, and he grew up in South Omaha.

[@NickJohnson]

Great stuff!

[@rachaelsalinas4186]

@@NickJohnson South O is making a “comeback” There are some AMAZING stores on 13th. That area is/was Little Bohemia and it is filled with artist of all kinds. …council bluffs is commonly called counciltuky.

[@jgrysiak6566]

Didn't know there was an Eastern European population! I'm Ukrainian living near Pittsburgh. Maybe Omaha will take in Ukrainian refugees from the war!

[@davidbudka1298]

@@jgrysiak6566 the Eastern Europeans have been pretty well dispersed. There are small Eastern European enclaves remaining in the state. Crete, Nebraska had a sizable Czech-American community. More diverse now. Wilber, Nebraska still has a sizable Czech-American community. Prague, Clarkson, and Verdigre all have Czech-American communities. Omaha is pretty diverse and cosmopolitan nowadays. Check it out!

[@davidbudka1298]

Since you are in the States, see if groups like United for Ukraine or The Refugee Empowerment Center (Omaha) can help you.

[@giorgitatarashvili3875]

Omaha is my dream city. As a foreigner, who has never been in U.S but knowing American culture - humbly (Phd in American Studies) I'd say Middle East is something special. Nebraska, Arizona, New Mexico, Minnesota going to be my first destinations, when time comes. Love you nation, god bless you everyone, greetings from Georgia.

[@Snowboy2015]

😂😂😂

[@Snowboy2015]

please be careful. you seem like the nice and gullible type who gets taken advantage of by the same group who loves hip hop.

[@milessampson3942]

How can you get a Doctorate in American Studies without visiting the US?! That’s like saying you’re a qualified Pilot but you’ve only flown a simulator 🤣 nobody can say they understand American “culture” without experiencing it first hand.

[@barbarathompson8559]

I could be your tour guide. I love my state and proud of it.(Nebraska)

[@lovetiktokalways4121]

WHY DONT YOU WANT TO LIVE IN YOUR COUNTRY?

[@jimdandy9671]

My God! How many red lights do you run? I mean on average, per video? How many times have you been ticketed?

[@MJ-iy4fb]

Nick, you're a funny dude. I loved your review of Omaha, seemed like you did your homework. As a long time, Nebraskan and Omaha resident, I do share many of your views on the city. I think this city really benefits from having a cold season, it seems to keep the homeless off the streets, that and the police won't tolerate it. Hopefully the city government learns from the mess in California and adjusts laws and services to keep the city in the great condition it is in for a long time to come. Thanks for the video!!

[@NickJohnson]

I hope so too

[@a012345]

Damn it. The secret is out now! I was hoping to own a condo in Midtown Crossing one day. I am sad that you didn't mention Runza after going through Omaha.

[@user-oo3lh1ls4r]

Nice beautiful city, simple, clean and safe and affordable and friendly as well😊👍

[@NickJohnson]

I like it there a lot

[@joghog3279]

I’ve lived in Omaha for seven years, and I am so happy here. Originally from south Louisiana, lived in LA and San Francisco and North Dakota, and have never loved a town like this. So grateful that the military brought us here!

[@badouba6399]

We relocated to Omaha from Milwaukee 2 years ago in the middle of covid. We love it here.

[@obriantomlinson2776]

I’m trying to find somewhere to move when I get out the Navy

[@outoftheretruckingllc4738]

Is it a lot of black people there?

[@badouba6399]

Yes! Majority of black folks live in North Omaha

[@hikerhobby1204]

@@obriantomlinson2776Hi! My son is an active duty Air Force flyer so I visit often. I’m a retired Air Force NCO. I love it in Omaha, in fact I’m moving from Texas to Omaha this spring. The Air Force base (Offut AFB) has everything one would need and the VA hospital and care are said to be exceptional. Hope that helps!

[@richardalvarez2390]

​@@outoftheretruckingllc4738black population is just 13%. Kansas City and southern cities have way more blacks

[@killazee8113]

Hey brother, awesome video. Its great to see people give a spotlight to this city. I've been here for about 4 years now, here for school, and I work at the base just south of Omaha in Bellvue. I came from St. Louis and I can tell you that the crime here is almost non-existent compared to St. Louis. It is still there but in STL I would never walk around downtown at 3 in the morning alone and I'd be worried about where I parked my car. In Omaha(I go downtown a lot and stay out till 3 consistently) the worst I've witnessed is a small fight between 2 people and about 3 cop cars were on it under 30 seconds because a ton of cops hang out downtown. I love Omaha and this is where I intend to stay and start a family.

[@e-moshe]

I live outside of the US and grew up as a kid with a certain romantic image of it in my head. Reality over the years growing up, even with east coast visits, has unfortunately been a rude awakening but parts of Omaha do look a lot like I once imagined the USA as a whole would be. It does give some hope then.

[@luperamos7307]

Where are you from?

[@e-moshe]

@@luperamos7307 South Africa, but I left it.

[@luperamos7307]

@@e-moshe Left it to go where? I imagine the landscapes in South Africa to be really nice. Most of this country is very boring landscape wise. Unless you go to the west

[@scwaty180]

Always a good day when you see a new video from Nick on KZbin. Hope you're doing well. Love your songs on Amazon music

[@btetschner]

I lived in Omaha for about two years. If you ever come back, here are some recommendations for unique things to do (some of which you will likely think are incredibly weird): x Alpine Inn - Go at night so you can eat at the same time as the raccoons, it is a wilderness restaurant. x Squirrel Cage Jail - In Council Bluffs, some used to think it was haunted. x Hummel Park - Scary Park with a lot of legends about it (don't go at night) x Vala's Pumpkin Patch - Near Gretna, it is an entire Halloween theme park, it is THE BOMB.

[@btetschner]

Vala's Pumpkin Patch is like being in heaven during the fall.... I once bought a season pass and went there probably 15 times during their two-month season!

[@rickerhart907]

Moved out of Omaha when I was 25. Went back 20 years later because my parents needed somebody to take care of them. It was horrible, and I couldn't wait to get the hell out of there and did as soon as possible.

[@btetschner]

@@rickerhart907 Would you consider Omaha to be your hometown?

[@safetybuddy]

Whatever you do do not get hurt at work in Nebraska. The injured are treated like trash. Workers rights are being targeted in the state. In 2021 they repealed several laws that helped protect employees from misconduct by employers.

[@jaxoncarlson3984]

I was born in Papillion. I've lived in Omaha most of my life. Fun fact, Bellevue is the oldest city in Nebraska. The waterway park is amazing. The Storm Chasers used to be right next to the Henry Doorley Zoo, then the zoo bought the property and they tore down the stadium. They actually have some of the old posts up in the parking lot. Worth checking out if you come back.

[@gabbagooll]

Such a great video to watch as a Nebraskan! Next time you’re here you should visit the Blackstone Strict, near Warren Buffets house. Coneflower creamery is a great ice cream shop!! Highly recommend.

[@marksmith4582]

Well you certainly knocked this video out of the ball park Nick! I guess I really need to revisit the greater Omaha metro area again. Thankfully it’s only about 4 1/2 to 5 hours drive from my area of southeast Iowa! You definitely covered the city thoroughly! That’s th “Midwest” that I know and love! Jocelyn was the perfect guest to describe what she knows and lives on a daily basis! The weather there is essentially the very same where I live! Can’t say enough good! Well done! Mark in Iowa.

[@nicodough9469]

We open doors for people! Literally! No matter what race, religion, or gender! “Thank you and welcome” are the most spoken words!

[@Nathankinamorh]

"We can't build homes fast enough."

[@nnonotnow]

Except for people with shitty political attitudes. Whatever that means. 🫤

[@jasontempest4233]

Aussie Here. First thing that comes to mind when I think of Omaha is its Hospital. The University of Nebraska Medical Centre is internationally known. Also at 11:15 I see PALMS !? Surely Omaha is too cold for palms and those are in pots, but I don't see pots?

[@NickJohnson]

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[@debmc2291]

I looked for palm trees but didn’t see them. It’s too cold to grow them here.

[@jasontempest4233]

@@NickJohnson They were either side of the entrance to the house. Anyway, they were probably outdoor Summer only palms and live inside during the winter.

[@susan5301]

I found this fascinating! Due to difficult circumstances I had to move away from Omaha 20 years ago, I miss it, and when you were driving around downtown I didn't even recognize it! My it looks like it has changed for the better! By the way when you cross over the Missouri River from Iowa, it has a sign, Nebraska, the good life!

[@BatmanTC]

I can’t find the link, but Omaha has one of the best commute times for its size, something like ~20 minutes anywhere in the city.

[@WarDog793]

And a lot of things have changed in downtown Omaha since this video was made. The downtown park with the waterway has been rebuilt (w/o the waterway☹, but it is much nicer.) Old buildings are being replaced by newer, larger buildings; the older buildings moving elsewhere into new ones, new apartment buildings going up by the dozen (it seems), and the Univ. of Nebr. Med Center expanding like crazy (Univ. of Nebr. at Omaha to a lesser extent.) There's also Creighton Univ., the Doorly Zoo, lots of western suburbs with scores of restaurants and shopping among them. We have great ethnic festivals and sporting events. Come to Omaha and see for yourself!

[@Jenult]

I love how $1200 for an apartment is considered a steal nowadays...

[@sitdowndogbreath]

Yeah no kidding

[@OhPhuckYou]

Here in Wichita, $1,200 will get you a fancy downtown loft or a nice three bedroom apartment. Studios are still $400 here in Wichita, one bedrooms $500-$700. Then again, why would anyone want to live here to begin with.

[@davidlafleche1142]

Still, I'd take a farm girl over a city slicker any day.

[@griswald7156]

5 or 6 in the big apple..800£ in my uk town..

[@griswald7156]

@@OhPhuckYou the lineman lives there..

[@anamenoneofyourbiznis6730]

I've stayed in Omaha for 40 years before relocating to another state. This place has a lot of gems to to discover. My former pastor and I we're very effective in what is labeled "The Hood," in North Omaha. No matter how Omaha is viewed, you can yet raise a family in Omaha, enjoy family events, receive the proper education for your children, etc... Knowing a mass part of it's history, Omaha is one of the best places to reside.

[@mikem201]

maybe the worst state for taxes, tax your ss retirement, inheritance tax, property tax, tax, tax, tax

[@PauseItMF]

Do you atleast think the tax dollars are spent wisely?

[@A_Legal_Immigrant_1776]

Your videos never disappoint sir..

[@ladydimples7883]

Thank you, Nick!👏 Omaha NE welcomes you.🙌

[@teikioko]

Hey Nick.. Big Fan. Much love from Kenya 🇰🇪

[@FreewayBrent]

I'm from both the Bay Area and Greater LA. While I couldn't see myself living in Omaha due to the relative lack of culture and events (I'm saying this as a spoiled Californian), plus the mostly flat landscape, Omaha does have a lot going for it and it's kind of underrated. I've been there several times and the healthy ecomony there is obvious from the overal cleanliness of the place. It's also astonishingly affordable, and the foodie/coffee scene has gotten considerably better since my first visit in 2006. As for the traffic (as mentioned in the video), it's getting worse but it's still a lot less than most American cities...I-80 through town is the only major east-west freeway through the city, and as a result, even with up to 12 lanes, traffic does back up for a few hours per day.

[@debmc2291]

Believe me, Omaha is not flat. The rest of the state is pretty flat.

[@junioradult6219]

@@debmc2291 exactly drive from omaha to desmoines and tell me thats flat🤣 up down up down those hills

[@17patman]

Stay in California

[@serratograffiti]

Don't look for much diversity.

[@richardalvarez2390]

Is that why California is a third world shole. California is a laughing stock. Ma diversity really has worked well, keep voting diversity and you may chase more people away 😂

[@thephoenixcycle8854]

Absolutely amazing review of Omaha!

[@aintnolittlegirl9322]

My company's headquarters is in Omaha. I was sent there for a week last month. I was pretty impressed. I didn't think I'd like Omaha, but I did. I don't think I'd ever move there because this East Coast girl needs her beaches, but I enjoyed my visit and am looking forward to going back.

[@billlacy848]

Thanks Nick for a great report. I've said for a long time that Omaha was one of the best-kept secrets in the country. I was born there and lived there til around age 11, when we had to move to a warmer climate for my dad's health (ended up in Hemet). Omaha has come lightyears since my childhood, when it was mostly a big cow town. Amazed at what it has become and understand the concern among locals that all the growth could start to attract the wrong element. Hopefully not, fingers crossed.

[@johnnyboyvan]

It looks so clean. Awesome.

[@saralangley6691]

As someone that’s lived here most of my life, it’s okay.. and getting better but I’m ready for someplace new!

[@rickerhart907]

Left Omaha when I was 25 for the mountains and Big Trees and clear running streams. Never missed Omaha, they can have it

[@firefly9838]

@@rickerhart907 can I ask where more specifically? I am almost 25 and stuck in Omaha. Looking for Mountains myself but lots of options. Need help with suggestions.

[@rickerhart907]

Pacific Northwest. Mild and wet climate west of the Cascades. Very liberal if you are into politics. East of the Cascades it's cold and snowy in the winter and hot and dry in the summer. Trump country. Cost of living is cheaper east of the Cascades. Washington has no state income tax. Idaho is nice but they have a state income tax. Cost of living in the Intermountain West has skyrocketed, so if you're coming from Omaha, you might be in for a shock. Montana and Wyoming are fast becoming unaffordable. But all of them are better then being stuck in Omaha. The only thing I miss about Omaha is the original La Casa on Leavenworth Street.

[@Tht1Guy]

I’m in Iowa, about an hour from Omaha. You did a nice job depicting what the city is like. And though you only briefly touched on Council Bluffs, you’re right about that, too. Folks around here call it Counciltucky…

[@NickJohnson]

The Tuck

[@manfredmann2766]

Eastern end gets nicer and the area around the Wabash Trail

[@davidgerdes1815]

Counciltucky, Arkanbluff !

[@pianoman1396]

I did a little Midwest road trip back in May and I LOVED Omaha. It had a great vibe. I’m from the UK so I don’t really know anyone else who’s been there, but I thought it was a cool city!

[@THEVLOGABORATORY]

might be moving here in a couple of months, thanks for making this vid. Makes me feel less anxious about migrating to the US.

[@hotdog31227]

I am a current resident of omaha. and i love it.

[@foxlife9366]

North Omaha does not have the highest drug use. That would be west Omaha . I’m a retired Omaha cop

[@darthvaldez999]

One of my Neighbors is a Retired Omaha police officer as well 🫡

[@foxlife9366]

@@darthvaldez999 what’s his or name?

[@carlhaldeman420]

Maybe, but north Omaha is the danger zone. There is no disputing that.

[@foxlife9366]

@@carlhaldeman420 danger for who? The majority of people who live north are not black. While there is poverty for sure there is danger throughout Omaha as well as beauty.

[@ThaiThom]

@@foxlife9366 So, this Nick guy doesn't really know what he's talking about, right? I mean, would you agree that he says things that are flat out wrong?

[@ryanoelkers1]

Have lived in Omaha for over 10 years. Moved from Phoenix and don’t regret at all. For a mid-sized city Omaha has great restaurants, music scene, and college sports (Creighton, UNO). Where we’re at (Aksarben/Elmwood Park) it feels kind of like a big small town.

[@deidrecokendolpher9100]

I just moved from Texas here for work and if the crime rises that will definitely concern me, but it is nothing like I thought it would be. It exceeded my expectations.

[@richardalvarez2390]

Crime continues to go down. The city backs the blue, pays officers more and the mayor is MAGA

[@BRYCONIC]

I'm glad she said what she said about North Omaha. I'm from VA and i understand Malcom X is from Omaha. Not making excuses for anyone, but I mean.. redlining. I'm tired of the east coast. I live in NYC and am from Dinwiddie VA, i feel like everywhere in America is racially biased, BUT I'm tired of coastal elite attitudes. It was very hard living in a rural area near two military bases and being and not being into hunting or sports...it's hard being in NYC because everyone thinks I'm a criminal, black, white ans foreign but i can't project lol. I've worked for the city, trader Joe's and have am extensive custom service background and am a native English speaker... And was brought up with manners and am shocked and glad whenever someone treats me like a human lol.

[@debmc2291]

I’m so sorry to hear that but agree that this country is racially biased. It’s very sad.

[@Hschlick84]

Nick Johnson, you should check out the pan handle of Nebraska. Scottsbluff, Chadron, and Crawford areas are some of the most scenic parts of the state. Toadstool park, Scottsbluff National Monument where Oregon trails is and Fort Robinson near Crawford.

[@nwmusic2010]

It’s beautiful out there

[@richardalvarez2390]

Hardly any population over there

[@p.j.driton4528]

Loved this. Omaha is a wonderful place.

[@Pumpkinjewel]

I love living in Omaha! Born and raised here, raising my kiddos here. I agree with her 💯 on everything. Thanks for the great shout out. 😊

[@deannshelton6552]

You did a really good job, I'm from Omaha born and raised. I moved to Houston 10 years ago. Omaha will always be home though.

[@nymincho]

Very good review. The only thing is the driving is bad lol expect no blinker fluid.

[@butcherpete2286]

As someone who just moved here (from south western Virginia) this city is actually really nice. I've been told by people who have lived here that "there's nothing to do here" but there's loads to do honestly. I'm comi g from a place where you'd have an hour drive before you got to a movie theater with more than 10 screens. Really I like it here a lot

[@matthewcarriuolo3855]

Hearing you say you liked Boston made my heart swell with pride, Nick!

[@NickJohnson]

It's a great place Matt!

[@EFran-qg6bp]

If I thought I could adjust to the snow, I'd move from So. Cal in a heartbeat. I've been here 67 years now, and getting tired of the place and what it's become. Omaha looks lovely. Thanks for the video.

[@richardalvarez2390]

Only 4 months of winter you have to worry about, though the entire year is nice weather

[@douglascarlson1169]

Our winters are shrinking.. it’s the hot summers and very warm falls you have to worry about more than ever.. only really cold for a couple months, that’s it.. 😊

[@EFran-qg6bp]

@@douglascarlson1169 I hope to visit Omaha. I am very used to hot summers here, but low humidity.

[@EFran-qg6bp]

@@richardalvarez2390 In CA all we have to worry about is the 4 mo. Of extreme heat in the summer. Think I'd prefer the cold to the heat though. Electric bills are very high here.

[@b-man1232]

I've lived in several major cities around the country. We now reside in Omaha and absolutely love it! People are extremely friendly, very clean, affordable housing, low crime, a crap ton of employment opportunities, excellent schools, first class Healthcare, and lots to do! We are here to stay and completely happy!

[@lovetiktokalways4121]

OMAHA BORN AND RAISED HERE-- Omaha tried to push the section8 and housing agenda telling residents in the early 2000’s that once they get their vouchers you must choose a home 72nd street out west -- people that majority east of 72nd including North OMAHA, got upset about that and said they were moving them away from their families and friends. So OMAHA- took that back away…and allows vouchers anywhere in the city! Redlining has been illegal for a long time. I will definitely discuss Omaha with you if you ever would like!

[@rickerhart907]

Grew up in North omaha. Hated it. Got out and headed west. Glad I did

[@NoirMorter]

The people who live in South O, are mostly old, retired and military or other public servants. The city council have been talking about improving north O, but they said that for years.

[@simonbrushes]

I am a Omahan. My friends came here from California. They were here for law school and loved it so much that they stayed.

[@C.lynnea]

Hello from Omaha, thanks for shedding light on Omaha Nebraska!!

[@NickJohnson]

Ok chantel

[@IndianaCrane]

Omaha’s downtown is super cool! The park in the middle of the city is off the hook!!

[@gnolan4281]

I grew up in Omaha; never saw a homeless person and nobody on the street ever asked me for money. This video is excellent; far above and beyond anything else I've watched about "The big O".

[@allcreaturesgreatandsmall5956]

One of my friends lives in Omaha and she loves it. She's always lived there and she says that the health care is good, people are friendly, but the property taxes are going up.

[@beastlybruck3197]

Omaha has also been in the running for several professional sports teams recently. For example the NFL has tried a few times. But the only person who could afford a team there is buffet who has said no every time.

[@cassandrapowers8627]

Thank you for the good review! I was born and raised here, but moved away and came back every time. We are more than steak and corn… The people that say we are just a flyover state are a bit ignorant. Yes we have one of the best zoos and Warren Buffet is a very nice and approachable guy! I’m a born and bread Nebraskan who lived other places and this is the place that I will and be here forever!!!

[@williamrandall6472]

What a great video Nick.I absolutely enjoyed your documentary about life in the Midwest, too bad Illinois couldn't have stayed as Midwestern &innocent as it was, while I was growing up. I love this young ladies viewpoint on how Omaha folks want to keep their surroundings the way they have been forever,that's a very fresh outlook on life in your hometown.Great job Nick,I can't believe it took me a year to find this video, but,glad that I did.

[@SOFISINTOWN]

Nick, you blew every red light in town 22:22 . No tickets in Omaha? 😳

[@SaidiLouise]

I lived in Lincoln for about a decade...i LOVED it! Think about it ALL the time ❤❤❤

[@louislamonte334]

I'm originally from the Big O. I'm so pleased it's doing so well! I can't wait to move back!!

[@NickJohnson]

Hurry Louis!

[@fergman300]

What a great review... I took a look on Zillow and quickly realized Property Taxes look kinda high... 500K home is taxed at 8K a year. My big find in a great place to live is Grand Junction CO.... growing University town, low taxes, 4 seasons, vinyards, snow skiing, national monument and BLM public land for hiking and off roading...plus two rivers merge right in town...with float trips and fishing.... its really a cool place... home prices have nearly doubled in the last 10 years...but still affordable.

[@apexkiller66-94]

You should check out the pandhandle+niobrara river and a drive through the Sandhills.

[@TNCsAmericanRoadTrip]

This video makes me want to move there! Nice job!

[@Flakester]

I'm impressed at how much you learned in two days. You pretty much nailed how the city is laid out. The only argument I have currently, as someone who lives in Nebraska, is the "good place to retire" part. Property taxes are quite high, so for buying a home and coasting on retirement savings, it might not be for everyone. Also the weather is not pleasant. It's usually either too hot or too cold to enjoy the outdoors, so for older folks, if you don't want to retire in the cold, this isn't it.

[@brunomclovin8413]

You missed my favorite areas midtown crossing and Blackstone

[@billdoty6438]

My Mom’s twin sister lived in York, Nebraska for long time. So I take her there to visit many times. Passing through Omaha on my way back home to Wisconsin. Nebraska is a nice state with nice people, but no pro sports teams. They do have the Cornhuskers who are good at women’s volleyball and bowling😁

[@fromrus2ne]

Oh how nice, I live just 10 miles south of York!

[@somaliballer1735]

@@fromrus2ne Geneva, Nebraska?

[@firefly9838]

Ah yes. The truly most important thing when finding a home. Do they have a pro sports team?🤣

[@marksauck3399]

I saw their zoo and was very impressed. I’ve been to many big zoos throughout the country and this was compares well.

[@BillKing3456]

Well, I've been to Omaha a few times and you made it sound more exciting - never thought I'd watch a video about Omaha in a thousand million years so props to you. You're a helluva lot more interesting to listen to than the 'Oracle of Omaha,' Warren Buffet. I think Omaha WAS more interesting and cooler because you were there. I'll bet they heard you were coming and hurried up to finish that park right before you arrived. Aww, Jocelyn was a great guest - great dialog between u 2.

[@NickJohnson]

She's a sweetie!

[@beeranful]

Besides the crappy weather, and lack of cool things like lakes, ocean, mountains, etc. , Omaha is a great city!

[@richardalvarez2390]

I do not care for any of those things, and I was born Ina city with mountains. This Nebraska landscape is beautiful. I care about things that matter, if I need to visit mountains I'll travel.