Omaha Housing Market Data 2026
📈 Market Analysis — Omaha, NE
Omaha’s real estate landscape in 2026 remains a premier destination for defensive investment, characterized by
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🏘️ Rent Breakdown — HUD Fair Market Rents
HUD Fair Market Rent represents the 40th percentile of gross rents paid by recent movers in Omaha. Used as a benchmark for Section 8 voucher limits and rental market analysis.
| Bedroom Count | Monthly Rent (HUD FMR) | Annual Rental Income | Est. Cap Rate at Median Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $1,210/mo | $14,520/yr | 3.8% est. |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,580/mo | $18,960/yr | 5.0% est. |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,100/mo | $25,200/yr | 6.6% est. |
💰 Cost of Investing in Omaha
| Cost Item | Rate / Amount | Est. Annual Cost | Monthly Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Property Tax | 1.6% effective rate | $4,288 | $357/mo |
| Homeowners Insurance | Nebraska avg premium | $2,000 | $167/mo |
| Total Tax + Insurance | Based on median home price of $268,000 | $524/mo | |
These figures reflect state-level averages. Property tax rates vary by county; insurance costs vary by property type, age, and claims history. Source: Tax Foundation (2025), NAIC (2024).
⚖️ How Omaha Compares to National Averages
National averages calculated across all 69 tracked US investor markets. A cap rate above the national average suggests stronger cash flow potential relative to purchase price.
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