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Omaha, NE vs Beckley, WV

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Highlights
- Beckley spends 13.8% less per student than Omaha.
- The Student Teacher Ratio is 8.6% lower in Beckley than in Omaha. (lower means fewer students in each classroom).
- Beckley had 0.8% fewer residents who had graduated High School compared to Omaha
 Omaha, NEBeckley, WVUnited States
 Expend. per Student  Unlock$12,582$15,905
 Educ. Expend. per Student$11,673  Unlock$13,142
 Instr. Expend. per Student  Unlock$6,987$7,999
 Pupil/Teacher Ratio15.12  Unlock16.23
 Students per Librarian  Unlock35994573
 Students per Counselor372  Unlock530
 Grade School Educ.  Unlock2.8%4.8%
 Some High School Educ.4.9%  Unlock6.3%
 High School Educ.  Unlock89.5%88.9%
 Some College Educ.22.0%  Unlock20.0%
 2 yr College Grad.  Unlock7.5%8.7%
 4 yr College Grad.38.7%  Unlock33.7%
 Masters Grad.  Unlock5.5%9.3%
 Professional Degree3.1%  Unlock2.2%
 Doctorate Degree  Unlock0.6%1.5%
Reviews for Omaha    122 Reviews

Over 3 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 3 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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Reviews for Beckley    4 Reviews

I was born in Beckley, moved away and lived in a smaller town, and then two major cities. I have been back for 14 years. Beckley is not for everyone. If you are looking  More

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Over 7 years ago

Born and raised here. Moved to Florida for 17 years. The only reason I moved back was to care for parent. Though I love the seasons and wanted to leave Florida, this  More

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Over 18 years ago

Beckley is a great place for outdoor enthusiasts. There is an easily accesible ski resort 30 minutes away. Biking, kayaking, canoeing, whitewater rafting in beautiful  More

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