Election Results and Trends in Omaha, NE
In the last Presidential election, Omaha, NE voted predominantly Democrat, with 54.7% of voters casting their ballot for Biden, while 43.3% of voters in Omaha voted for Trump, and other parties voting 2.0%. Based on these voting patterns, Omaha is considered a slightly leaning liberal city. Specifically, it ranks 155th out of the most populated 333 cities in the United States in terms of conservatism based on the 2020 Presidential election results. Conversely, when looking at the liberal voting patterns in the 2020 election, Omaha ranks 176th out of the 333 most populated cities, indicating a relatively low liberal vote.
Presidential Elections Voting Trend
Omaha, Nebraska, has shown interesting political diversity in Presidential elections over the last 25 years. While Nebraska is mainly conservative, Omaha's Douglas County has had close races, sometimes splitting its electoral vote. The city supported Republican candidates such as Dole (1996), Bush (2000, 2004), McCain (2008), and Romney (2012). However, in 2008, the 2nd Congressional District, including Omaha, went for Obama, a rare instance of Nebraska splitting its electoral votes. The city returned to Republicans with Trump (2016, 2020), although margins were relatively slim.
Local Elections
On the city level, Omaha's elections have varied between conservative and liberal stances in the last 25 years. Mayoral races have seen Republican and Democrat leaders, with Republicans often emphasizing fiscal conservatism and Democrats focusing on social programs and inclusivity. The presence of both parties in City Council seats has led to a mixed governance approach reflecting diverse urban interests.