With its close proximity to Omaha, the bustling city of Council Bluffs exhibits hard-working residents with an ‘anything is possible’ attitude. Work hard…play hard, family first, help your neighbors, and respect each other. Add to that an incredible natural landscape that beckons you to explore all the outdoor activities year-round, participate in community events and local farmers markets, patronize locally owned businesses, and give back whenever possible.
If you’re thinking of making Council Bluffs your home, let’s take a look at the stats up close.
Population- 63,312 (2022)
Location- 4 miles East of Omaha NE
#8 Best Suburbs to Live around Omaha- Niche 2022
#11 Most Diverse Suburbs in Iowa- Niche 2022
#18 Suburbs with Lowest Cost of Living in Iowa- Niche 2022
COST OF LIVING:
15.4% Lower than the U.S. average
Median Home Price- $157,500
Median Income- $45,204
TOP EMPLOYERS:
- Tyson Foods
- ConAgra
- Union Pacific
- Future Foam
POINTS OF INTEREST:
- Bayliss Park
- Union Pacific Railroad Museum
- Historic General Dodge House
- Lake Manawa State Park
- Loess Hills National Scenic Byway
- Lewis and Clark Scenic Overlook & Monument
- Western Historic Trails Center
- Ditmars Orchard
- Mid-America Center
- Tom Hanafan’s Rivers Edge Park
You couldn’t find a better community to make your home, and I’d be happy to assist you in finding the right neighborhood and home to suit your needs. Please feel free to reach out.
Rob Washburn- 402-981-6999
