20 Reasons to Move to Papillion, Nebraska

Nebraska is made up of a few mid-size cities and hundreds of small towns and tiny villages. The state as a whole has been ranked among the best places to live in the country many times. But only one city has been named by Money Magazine as the number two place to live in the entire United States. That city is Papillion, an Omaha suburb of less than 22,000. If you’re looking for a new place to settle down in Nebraska, this plucky town is just perfect.

1. Money Magazine named Papillion the #2 best place to live in the country in 2015.

2. Papillion is where you'll find Werner Park, the home of Omaha's minor league baseball team, The Storm Chasers.

3. SumTur Amphitheater is there, too - it's the perfect place for concerts.

4. The city's economy is strong and attracts all kinds of businesses, both large and small.

5. Papillion is small, but it's a short 15-minute drive to Omaha so all of the big-city amenities are nearby.

6. Its proximity to both Omaha and Offutt Air Force Base make it the perfect bedroom community for people who work in either place. Commutes are short and sweet.

7. The average education and income levels here are higher than the state's average.

8. The poverty level is a tiny 5.6% - far below the national average of 15.2% and the state average of 12.4%.

9. Unemployment levels in Papillion are consistently low.

10. The crime rate is very low and police response time is quick, letting residents feel safe in their town.

11. The public schools are highly rated and provide an excellent education for the next generation of Nebraskans.

12. Sump Memorial Library provides information, entertainment, and a great community resource.

13. The sense of community is so strong here you would almost swear you were in a much smaller town.

14. The wildly popular (and extremely fun) Papillion Days festival draws a crowd more than double the size of the city's population!

15. Rents and home prices are consistent with the state average.

16. Fun attractions like Papio Fun Park and Papio Bay Aquatic Center keep the whole family entertained.

17. The summer farmers market is not just a place to buy fresh produce and local crafts; it's a gathering place for friends and neighbors.

18. Staying fit in Papillion is easy - the city has 17 miles of walking/biking trails to enjoy.

19. Nearly a quarter of Papillion's land is set aside as parks and green spaces - this small city has 13 public parks.

20. Papillion is constantly working on improving in every way to be the best possible home for the people who live in and love the city.

BONUS: Papillion gained some national attention recently when President Obama stopped by for a casual chat with a resident who had written him a letter.

Just like every town, Papillion has its positive points and its less positive points. No place is a one-size-fits-all perfect home for everyone. But it’s a beautiful place to live, work, and raise a family, and we think that’s pretty special.

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