Omaha and Lincoln continue trend of topping national rankings for modern workforce needs

July 31, 2025

Omaha and Lincoln continue trend of topping national rankings for modern workforce needs

Ben Goeser   July 31, 2025


🚀 Omaha and Lincoln continue to rise as national leaders for modern workforce needs!

According to a new LinkedIn report, the Omaha metro ranks #10 in the nation for fastest-growing U.S. metros for jobs and new talent.

That’s not all! CoworkingCafe also ranked Omaha #3 for work-life balance and Lincoln #6, highlighting our region’s unique mix of opportunity, affordability, and quality of life.

These rankings aren’t just numbers - they reflect a growing ecosystem where industry, innovation, and community intersect. From top-tier healthcare institutions like the University of Nebraska Medical Center to innovation hubs like the EDGE District Omaha, Catalyst Omaha, Nebraska Innovation Campus, and Millwork Commons, our region is building the infrastructure and culture that today’s workforce craves. With a thriving startup scene and flexible coworking spaces, hashtag

#Omaha and hashtag

#Lincoln are proving that Midwestern cities can lead the future of work.

📰 Read more via Silicon Prairie News: https://lnkd.in/g4yA9qki

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