2025 Compare Cities Commuting:
Chicago, IL vs Omaha, NE

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Highlights
- The average commute for residents of Omaha is 15.0% shorter than it is for residents of Chicago.
- 24.8% fewer residents of Omaha work from home compared to residents of Chicago.
 Chicago, ILOmaha, NEUnited States
 Commute Time  Unlock1927
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 Commute Mode
 Chicago, ILOmaha, NEUnited States
 Auto (alone)47.4%  Unlock73.2%
 Carpool  Unlock8.9%8.6%
 Mass Transit23.4%  Unlock4.2%
 Bicycle  Unlock0.2%0.5%
 Walk5.9%  Unlock2.5%
 Work at Home  Unlock9.3%9.7%
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 Commute Time To Work
 Chicago, ILOmaha, NEUnited States
 Commute Less Than 5 min.1.1%  Unlock2.9%
 Commute 6 to 9 min.  Unlock12.1%9.5%
 Commute 10 to 14 min.6.6%  Unlock13.2%
 Commute 15 to 19 min.  Unlock22.8%15.2%
 Commute 20 to 24 min.12.0%  Unlock14.3%
 Commute 25 to 29 min.  Unlock7.3%6.7%
 Commute 30 to 34 min.19.4%  Unlock13.7%
 Commute 35 to 39 min.  Unlock1.3%3.1%
 Commute 40 to 44 min.6.7%  Unlock4.0%
 Commute 45 to 59 min.  Unlock2.5%8.2%
 Commute 60 to 89 min.11.9%  Unlock6.2%
 Commute greater than 90 min.  Unlock0.9%2.9%
Reviews for Chicago    270 Reviews

I've lived in Chicago city and later moved to suburbs when family size increased. Absolutely love this city. This is the cleanest and most beautiful among the major  More

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Chicago is probably the best value in a major city that you can find and my personal favorite city. It will become increasingly important as climate change makes the  More

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I've live on north side and south side, UIC medical center. Don't move here go to the north side. No good amenities, if you get bored with one there is no other choices.  More

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Reviews for Omaha    122 Reviews

Over 2 years ago

Born and raised in Omaha, moved to the Pacific Northwest for 50 years, and now back in Omaha. Feels safe, secure, good health care, lots of activities. Compared to  More

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Over 2 years ago

Many of the reviews say Omaha is good for family life - it is, but it also offers the best of quality urban living. I've lived here for 20 years, after living in  More

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Pros: Not much happens, no news is good news. No major tornadoes for decades!! Education can be good in areas. Career opportunities for those who take risks and  More

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