Why Nebraska
People know Nebraska as the Cornhusker State. Perhaps a better nickname for this special place in the heart of the Midwest might be the Bargain State. In a state where almost everything costs less than the national average, Nebraskans enjoy exceptional business opportunities, access to cutting-edge medicine, an outstanding public education system, safe cities, clean water, fresh air, and warm, close-knit communities.
Serious business: In addition to a central location, Nebraska also offers employers access to a pool of hard-working, well-educated employees, and a public power system consistently providing some of the lowest electricity in the nation. To help your business expand and prosper in Nebraska, the state Legislature passed the Nebraska Advantage (http://www.nebraskaadvantage.biz/library/NEADV_85x11.pdf ) legislation.
Health care: As home to two top rated medical schools, Nebraska places a high value on modern health care. In Lincoln and Omaha, as well as across the state, Nebraska is known throughout the region for its state-of-the-art health care centers providing the very best treatments for heart, cancer, transplantation and more. And care at a Nebraska hospital typically costs 30 percent less than the U.S. average.
Education: Nebraska boasts one of the best high school graduation rates in the country, handing diplomas to 85 percent of its students. More than 70 percent of those who graduate from a Nebraska school will have taken the ACT or the SAT and will score above the national average in math, science, reading and writing. Nebraska is also home to more than 25 universities or colleges, including the University of Nebraska, the state-wide university system.
Safety: The 1.7 million people who live and work in Nebraska can sleep soundly each night knowing the state’s crime rate is 40 percent less than the national average.
Environment: Nebraska boasts clean streams, unpolluted air, landscaped cities and unblemished prairie. Residents have access to a host of outdoor recreation activities that provide the opportunity to experience Nebraska scenery and wildlife first hand.
Recreation: A world-class zoo, professional sports teams, a lively night scene, the College Baseball World Series, fine dining, regular concerts by national performers and a college football team with some of the world’s most enthusiastic fans are just a few of the attractions luring visitors to Nebraska year after year.
Community: Nebraska’s diverse communities include 530 incorporated municipalities. Whether you settle in one of Nebraska’s most energetic towns—the largest two cities being Omaha and Lincoln—or choose a suburb or a small town in the country, you will sense the spirit of friendliness and cooperation that has made Nebraska what it is today.
To find out why our state is the perfect place for your young or expanding business, please see the Nebraska Department of Economic Development.