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La Vista, NE

La Vista is a city in Sarpy County, Nebraska, United States. The population was 16,746 at the 2020 census, making it the 12th most populous city in Nebraska. The city was incorporated on February 23, 1960.

La Vista is a suburb of Omaha. It is bordered by the cities of Omaha and Ralston on the north, Papillion on the south, Bellevue on the east, and Interstate 80 to the west. La Vista is Sarpy County's third largest city, after Bellevue and Papillion, the county seat.

La Vista was established in 1959 by a developer who planned to build 335 homes on La Vista’s land. Priced at a modest $9,999 each, it soon became known as "House of Nines." At the time, the assessed valuation was just over $1,000,000. The first families began moving into their homes in January 1960. La Vista (meaning "the view") was selected as its name by these "early settlers" because of the beautiful scenic view of the Big Papio Creek basin southeast of the development.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 3.28 square miles (8.50 km²), all land.

The 2020 United States census counted 16,746 people, 7,073 households, and 4,213 families in La Vista. The population density was 5,105.5 per square mile (1,972.4/km²). There were 7,314 housing units at an average density of 2,229.9 per square mile (861.5/km²). The racial makeup was 78.68% (13,176) white, 4.71% (788) black or African-American, 0.36% (61) Native American, 3.57% (598) Asian, 0.11% (19) Pacific Islander, 4.22% (706) from other races, and 8.35% (1,398) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 10.0% (1,858) of the population.

Of the 7,073 households, 26.0% had children under the age of 18; 44.5% were married couples living together; 29.3% had a female householder with no husband present. 29.4% of households consisted of individuals and 9.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.4 and the average family size was 3.1.

24.0% of the population was under the age of 18, 8.8% from 18 to 24, 30.9% from 25 to 44, 24.7% from 45 to 64, and 13.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 35.3 years. For every 100 females, the population had 93.9 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 91.1 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $70,184 (with a margin of error of +/- $4,275) and the median family income $84,777 (+/- $5,784). Males had a median income of $42,389 (+/- $3,203) versus $33,504 (+/- $3,262) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $38,068 (+/- $2,397). Approximately, 2.4% of families and 5.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 5.4% of those under the age of 18 and 3.9% of those ages 65 or over.

Health and wellness are paramount in La Vista, with the city offering various amenities and services to support the well-being of its residents. The Urgent Care stands as a cornerstone in providing comprehensive healthcare services to the community. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs the La Vista Parks and Recreation Department offers. These spaces provide opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, jogging, sports, and picnicking. Join local fitness centers and gyms to participate in exercise programs, fitness classes, and strength training. Some popular options include IshFitness, La Vista Kickboxing Fitness and FitNest Omaha. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around La Vista, such as the Keystone Trail and West Papio Trail. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

Top sites in La Vista, NE include Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium, The Durham Museum, Fun-Plex Waterpark & Rides, and Lauritzen Gardens.

Population: 16,379 (2022). Elevation: 1,090 feet (332 meters). Area: 4.29 square miles (11.10 km²). ZIP Code: 68128. Area Code: 402.

FAQs

Is La Vista, NE in Omaha city limits?

La Vista is bordered by the cities of Omaha and Ralston on the north, Papillion on the south, Bellevue on the east and by Interstate 80 on the west. La Vista is a friendly community, offering both the advantages of a small town and the opportunities of a large city. Its inviting neighborhoods feature well-kept homes abutting tree-lined streets, and its commercial and industrial districts are undergoing impressive development and redevelopment.

What is the crime rate in La Vista, NE?

The crime rate in La Vista is considerably higher than the national average across all communities in America from the largest to the smallest, although at 16 crimes per one thousand residents, it is not among the communities with the very highest crime rate. The chance of becoming a victim of either violent or property crime in La Vista is 1 in 62. Based on FBI crime data, La Vista is not one of the safest communities in America. Relative to Nebraska, La Vista has a crime rate that is higher than 90% of the state's cities and towns of all sizes.

Is La Vista, NE a good place to live?

La Vista is in Sarpy County and is one of the best places to live in Nebraska. Living in La Vista offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In La Vista there are a lot of parks. Many families and young professionals live in La Vista and residents tend to lean conservative. The public schools in La Vista are highly rated.

Sources

Wikipedia

City of La Vista

Urgent Care

La Vista Parks and Recreation Department

IshFitness

La Vista Kickboxing Fitness 

FitNest Omaha

Keystone Trail 

West Papio Trail

Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium

The Durham Museum

Fun-Plex Waterpark & Rides

Lauritzen Gardens

NeighborhoodScout 

Niche

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