Population606,460 (July 1, 2025 estimate)
Riverfront Walks and a City Full of Stories
Douglas County, NebraskaOmaha gives Douglas County an extensive mix of museums, riverfront spaces and neighborhood destinations. The RiverFront and Joslyn Art Museum make an inviting starting pair, with the Durham Museum adding a different look at local history. Choose a small group of stops instead of trying to cover the whole city at once. This guide also connects residents with the county’s official services and resources for planning the practical side of life.
Douglas County at a Glance
Population606,460 (July 1, 2025 estimate)
County SeatOmaha
Largest CommunityOmaha
EstablishedAuthorized 1854; organized 1854
ZIP Codes48 wholly or partly within county
Total Area339.35 square miles (land and water; 2024 Gazetteer)
Major RoutesI-80; I-480; I-680; US 6; US 75; US 275; NE 31; NE 36; NE 50; NE 64; NE 85; NE 92; NE 133
Area Codes402 and 531
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Explore Your County
Discover Douglas County
Douglas County is more than a single stop in Omaha. Its local guide should help you connect a place you want to explore with the information you need to get there. Begin with The RiverFront, then look at the surrounding communities and official visitor resources before adding another destination. A short, well-planned route leaves room for a meal, a conversation or an unexpected discovery without turning the day into a race between attractions.
For people who call Douglas County home, the useful details are often the everyday ones: which office handles a question, where to find a library, or how to check transportation options. Keep the official county website close at hand and use the resource links below to reach the organization responsible for each service. Visitor information and government information serve different purposes; together, they offer a more useful picture of life around Omaha and beyond.
What Shapes This Place
A Local Starting Point
Begin with The RiverFront and check its current information before setting out. Build your route around the stops that suit your interests and the time you have.
Everyday Connections
Use Douglas County government and provider links to find the right office or organization. Confirm the details of your visit directly, especially when traveling from another community.
Explore With Context
Keep Omaha and the surrounding county in view as you plan. Check destination locations carefully, and give nearby regional attractions their own place on your itinerary.
Local places, useful connections, and time to explore
A Closer Look
Douglas County in Pictures
Places and perspectives from Douglas County
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Everyday Essentials
Find the Right Local Resource
Start with official offices and service providers. Statewide directories are identified so you can select your local community.
Government
Schools
Hospitals & Health
Find the public health department serving Douglas County
The state directory identifies the department covering each county. This resource is for public health information, not emergency medical treatment.
Public Safety
Nebraska State Patrol — troop contacts
Use the regional contact list for non-emergency State Patrol matters. In an emergency, call 911.
Emergency Management
State Parks
Trails & Recreation
Utilities
Service boundaries can differ within Douglas County. Use these official tools to identify service at your address; contact your city or village for municipal water and sewer.
Find your electric supplier — Nebraska Power Review Board service-area map
Locate natural gas service territories — Nebraska Public Service Commission
Check broadband providers by street address — FCC National Broadband Map
Request underground utility locations before digging — Nebraska 811
Natural gas utility information — Nebraska Public Service Commission
Libraries
Courts
Douglas County court — select the county in the official court directory
The Nebraska Judicial Branch directory provides court office locations and contact information.
DMV
Transportation
Postal Services
Veterans Services
Employment
Douglas County Questions, Answered
Useful starting points for residents and visitors
Before You Go
Plan With Local Information
Check the source for hours, availability and visit details.
Omaha is the county seat. Start with the Douglas County government website to find the right office for your visit.
The U.S. Census Bureau estimates 606,460 residents as of July 1, 2025. This is a population estimate, not a new census count. Census population source.
The county covers approximately 339.35 square miles including land and water, calculated from the Census Bureau’s 2024 Gazetteer. Gazetteer source.
The Nebraska Association of County Officials lists authorization in 1854 and organization in 1854. These describe different stages of establishing county government. County history and profile.
Begin with The RiverFront and Joslyn Art Museum. Use the local information source to plan your stops and check current visitor arrangements.
Douglas County government is the official starting point. Select the office responsible for your task and confirm its hours and required documents before traveling to Omaha.
Use the Nebraska DMV location directory and select Douglas County. Check the service type and schedule; a county treasurer’s vehicle service is not automatically a driver examination appointment.
Use the Nebraska county veteran service officer directory to locate the entry for Douglas County. Contact the listed office to discuss services and arrange a visit.
Search the Nebraska Library Commission directory by community, beginning with Omaha. Ask the individual library about current hours, card eligibility and visitor access.
Start with the Nebraska public transit provider directory and confirm coverage for your pickup and destination. Availability, advance booking and fares depend on the provider; a nearby agency does not establish county-wide service.
Use USPS ZIP Code Lookup for the complete street address. ZIP delivery areas do not necessarily follow county boundaries, so the ZIP for Omaha should not be used for every address in Douglas County.
The at-a-glance count includes 48 ZIP codes wholly or partly within Douglas County, including PO Box and unique codes where listed. Source: ZIP Data Maps county coverage list, checked October 9, 2026. Postal areas can cross county boundaries.
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My Local Guide
Explore Douglas County
Find Your Next Local StopBrowse places to eat, shop and spend time together. Nearby and regional options are labeled where included. Check destinations for current hours, admission and seasonal access.
Kids’ Fun
- Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium — Omaha. Explore animal habitats and aquarium exhibits with the family.
- Omaha Children’s Museum — Omaha. Interactive exhibits encourage imaginative play and learning.
- Gene Leahy Mall — Omaha. Downtown park with a playground, open lawns and walking paths.
Restaurants
- Kitchen Table — Omaha. Seasonal, from-scratch café meals on Farnam Street.
- M’s Pub — Omaha. Old Market dining at 422 South Eleventh Street.
- Hollywood Diner — Omaha. Retro diner fare and sweet treats inside Hollywood Candy.
Shopping & Retail
- Hollywood Candy — Omaha. Retro candy, homemade chocolates and variety-store finds on Jackson Street.
- Made in Omaha — Omaha. Nebraska-inspired apparel and accessories from local makers.
- Nouvelle Eve — Omaha. Boutique fashion in the Old Market at Eleventh and Howard.
Clothing & Boutiques
- Four Sisters Boutique — Omaha. Women’s dresses, denim and accessories on South 110th Court.
- Nouvelle Eve — Omaha. Boutique fashion in the Old Market at Eleventh and Howard.
- Made in Omaha — Omaha. Nebraska-inspired apparel and accessories from local makers.
Outdoor Fun
- Gene Leahy Mall — Omaha. Downtown park with a playground, open lawns and walking paths.
- Heartland of America Park — Omaha. Explore lake views and paths in The RiverFront park system.
- Lewis & Clark Landing — Omaha. Riverfront open space and family recreation beside the Missouri River.
Free Things To Do
- Joslyn Art Museum — Omaha. Explore the art collections with free general admission.
- Gene Leahy Mall Paths & Playground — Omaha. Walk the public park and enjoy the playground.
- Heartland of America Park Walk — Omaha. Enjoy lake scenery and a stroll; separately priced activities are optional.
Make time for a local discovery.Keep Exploring Douglas County