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Roanoke Rapids, NC vs Omaha, NE

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Highlights
- Job Growth in Omaha has been positive.
- Omaha has 3.5% more unemployment than Roanoke Rapids.
- Omaha job growth has increased by 11.8% in the past 10 years.
 Roanoke Rapids, NCOmaha, NEUnited States
 Current Unemployment  Unlock3.4%6.0%
 Future Job Growth21.6%  Unlock33.5%
 Recent Job Growth  Unlock-2.2%-6.2%
 3 Yr. Job Growth-4.2%  Unlock-3.6%
 5 Yr. Job Growth  Unlock6.1%-0.7%
 10 Yr. Job Growth-6.6%  Unlock6.3%
Reviews for Roanoke Rapids    2 Reviews

Over 18 years ago

This is a inexpensive housing market but you should seek an experience property manager before investing here. Roanoke Rapids is a great place to invest, we have a  More

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Over 19 years ago

Well, I lived here for five years. When you first arrive the smell of the paper mill will overwhelm you. The paper mill is one of the biggest employers there. After a  More

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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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