Question 1

Is 68117 a safe area?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 68117 in Omaha has a crime score of 50/100, which is roughly average for the region. Reported incidents per 1,000 residents track close to the Omaha city median. Both violent and property crime fall within the expected range for an urban ZIP code. Reviewing the Full Crime Report for 68117 and checking the local police department's crime mapping tool for current incident patterns before making decisions is recommended.

Question 2

What are the best schools near 68117?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 68117 has a school score of 100/100, based on NCES EdFacts math and reading proficiency data for public schools in and near ZIP 68117. Schools in this area perform significantly above state averages — proficiency rates consistently outpace both the city and national benchmarks. For families prioritizing public school quality, 68117 ranks among the stronger ZIP codes in Omaha. Scores reflect SY 2020-21 EdFacts assessment data; individual school performance may vary, and reviewing each school's most recent state report card is recommended.

Question 3

What is the average home price in 68117?

Accepted Answer

The median home sale price in 68117 is approximately $221K, based on recent Zillow Research ZHVI data. This places 68117 near the metro median for comparable neighborhoods. Median rent in 68117 is available in the Full Market Report. Prices fluctuate with market conditions; Zillow data reflects trailing sale prices, not current listing prices.

Question 4

Is 68117 a good place to live?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 68117 has an overall NeighborScore of 68/100, placing it in the moderate range for Omaha. The score combines crime rate (40% weight), school quality (35%), and relative property value (25%), each normalized to the metro area. At 68/100, 68117 scores similarly to the middle tier of Omaha neighborhoods — neither among the strongest nor the weakest performers. Individual priorities (commute, school age, budget) should guide how much weight you give this composite vs. the component scores.

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School	Grades	Students	Math ↓	Reading
ASHLAND PARK/ROBBINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	PK–05	—	—	—
BELLE RYAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	PK–06	—	—	—
WESTERN HILLS MAGNET CENTER	PK–06	—	—	—
WILSON FOCUS SCHOOL	03–06	—	—	—
BUENA VISTA HIGH SCHOOL	09–12	—	—	—
KAREN WESTERN ELEMENTARY SCH	PK–06	—	—	—