2025 Compare Cities Commuting:
Philadelphia, PA vs Omaha, NE

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- The average commute for residents of Omaha is 13.7% shorter than it is for residents of Philadelphia.
- 13.8% fewer residents of Omaha work from home compared to residents of Philadelphia.
 Philadelphia, PAOmaha, NEUnited States
 Commute Time  Unlock1927
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 Commute Mode
 Philadelphia, PAOmaha, NEUnited States
 Auto (alone)48.3%  Unlock73.2%
 Carpool  Unlock8.9%8.6%
 Mass Transit21.4%  Unlock4.2%
 Bicycle  Unlock0.2%0.5%
 Walk7.6%  Unlock2.5%
 Work at Home  Unlock9.3%9.7%
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 Commute Time To Work
 Philadelphia, PAOmaha, NEUnited States
 Commute Less Than 5 min.1.7%  Unlock2.9%
 Commute 6 to 9 min.  Unlock12.1%9.5%
 Commute 10 to 14 min.7.7%  Unlock13.2%
 Commute 15 to 19 min.  Unlock22.8%15.2%
 Commute 20 to 24 min.13.4%  Unlock14.3%
 Commute 25 to 29 min.  Unlock7.3%6.7%
 Commute 30 to 34 min.18.9%  Unlock13.7%
 Commute 35 to 39 min.  Unlock1.3%3.1%
 Commute 40 to 44 min.5.6%  Unlock4.0%
 Commute 45 to 59 min.  Unlock2.5%8.2%
 Commute 60 to 89 min.9.5%  Unlock6.2%
 Commute greater than 90 min.  Unlock0.9%2.9%
Reviews for Philadelphia    139 Reviews

Philadelphia is a very walkable and fun city to explore (albeit be aware of where not to explore at least at night). The city has beautiful old architecture , great  More

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I’m originally from New York City, then lived in a small city in upstate New York for eight years, then moved down to Philadelphia and have lived here for many years.  More

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Now the only reason some people disagree is because MONEY. If you live in “manayunk” (which I lived for 2 years) you can’t compare … you can’t compare your out skirt  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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