Choose Omaha

Where Talent
& Opportunity Connect

Discover Your Future in the Heart of the Midwest

Greater Omaha is one of the nation’s most dynamic regional economies—home to more than 49,000 businesses, a population over 1 million, and a workforce that’s motivated and growing. With strong career opportunities, an affordable cost of living, and a high quality of life, Omaha offers the resources, community, and momentum to help you build what’s next.

Choose Omaha

Omaha’s economy is strong across finance, insurance, tech, healthcare, and advanced manufacturing. We’re home to Fortune 500 headquarters, major regional offices, and a startup scene built on real traction — not hype. With thousands of open roles and clear paths for advancement, Omaha is a place where careers take root and grow.

A broad industry base: agriculture, insurance, tech, healthcare, advanced manufacturing, and more.
A vibrant and innovative startup culture with strong entrepreneurial support.
Headquarters of Fortune 500 companies and influential regional offices.
Clear pathways for career advancement and professional development.

Workforce Excellence

Fuel Your Career

Omaha offers jobs with purpose and room to grow. The region includes over 1 million people and thousands of employers across sectors. People move here to build careers and stay connected to a supportive professional community.

Programs that Power Career Growth

The Greater Omaha Chamber leads targeted initiatives to help professionals connect, grow, and stay rooted in the region. From high school to mid-career transitions, these programs are designed to meet people where they are and move them forward.

Growing Home

Mentoring students from classroom to career.

Find the Why

Career discovery based on your strengths.

Back to Omaha

Support for former residents looking to return.

Intro Events

Curated networking for meaningful connections.

Young Professionals

A community shaping Omaha’s future.

Community App

Connections and collaboration at your fingertips.

employer excellence

Companies Committed to Talent

Top employers in Omaha are building cultures that support well-being, flexibility, and long-term growth. The region’s business community invests in people, knowing that’s how performance and retention thrive.

What sets them apart:
  • Focus on work-life balance and mental well-being
  • Access to ongoing learning and upskilling
  • Innovative support for housing, childcare, and remote work
  • Strategic planning for future workforce needs

Live in OMaha

Vibrant Life Beyond the Workplace

Living in Omaha means shorter commutes, more space, and access to the kinds of experiences that bring life into balance. From food to festivals, arts to outdoors, the city offers more than you might expect — and less of what holds people back in bigger metros.
Cost of living 8.1% below national average
Rent 13% lower and home prices 27% lower than national average
20-minute average commute to work
Award-winning restaurants, parks, arts, and events

Stay In the Know.

To learn how your business can engage, contact Dell Nared Jr. at workforceexcellence@omahachamber.org.