Papillion’s economy is thriving, and unemployment in the area is well below the national average.
Many local residents commute to corporate jobs in Omaha, where major employers include Mutual of Omaha, Alegent Health Systems and Conagra. There also are several local military contractors that do business with nearby Offutt Air Force Base.
Farm land near town is still selling by the acre, which makes acquiring property to build on very affordable, according to Mayor David Black.