Where is La Vista Located? - La Vista is a city located in the Sarpy County of Nebraska, United States. La Vista lies between 42.9621822 Degrees North latitudes and 108.4898309 Degrees West longitudes.
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Where is La Vista Located?
La Vista is a city located in the Sarpy County of Nebraska, United States. La Vista lies between 42.9621822 Degrees North latitudes and 108.4898309 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of La Vista city is 16746 people and the city has a total area of 5.43 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.
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La Vista, Nebraska Quick Facts
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| City | La Vista |
| County | Sarpy County |
| State | Nebraska |
| State Capital | Lincoln |
| US Region | Midwestern United States |
| Latitude | 41.1839° N |
| Longitude | 96.0311° W |
| Elevation | 1,096 ft (334 m) |
| Land Area | 5.41 sq mi |
| Water Area | 0.00 sq mi |
| Total Area | 5.41 sq mi |
| Population (2020 Census) | 16,746 |
| Population Density | 3,096.5 per sq mi |
| ZIP Codes | 68128, 68138 |
| Area Code | 402, 531 |
| Time Zone Standard | Central Standard Time (CST, UTC−6) |
| Time Zone Daylight | Central Daylight Time (CDT, UTC−5) |
| Currency | United States Dollar (USD) |
| FIPS Code | 31-26385 |
| Congressional District | Nebraska's 2nd Congressional District |
Transportation and Connectivity in La Vista
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Airport Name | Eppley Airfield (Omaha) |
| IATA Code | OMA |
| Port | Not Applicable |
| Major Highways | Interstate 80, Interstate 680, Nebraska Highway 50, Nebraska Highway 370 |
| Train/Amtrak Service | Amtrak Station, Omaha |
| Local Bus/Transit Service | Metro Transit Omaha |
- Interstate 80 — Major east-west interstate connecting La Vista with Omaha, Lincoln, and Des Moines.
- Interstate 680 — Northern bypass providing access to western Omaha and surrounding suburbs.
- Nebraska Highway 50 — Connects La Vista with Papillion, Springfield, and surrounding communities.
- Nebraska Highway 370 — Key east-west corridor linking Bellevue, Papillion, La Vista, and Gretna.
Top Places to Visit in La Vista, Nebraska
| Landmark Name | Type |
|---|---|
| The Astro Amphitheater | Entertainment Venue |
| Central Park | Park |
| La Vista Falls Golf Course | Golf Course |
| Halleck Park | Park |
| Werner Park | Baseball Stadium |
| Chalco Hills Recreation Area | Nature Park |
| Papio Bay Aquatic Center | Water Park |
| Defy Omaha | Indoor Recreation |
| Strategic Air Command & Aerospace Museum | Museum |
| Fontenelle Forest | Nature Preserve |
Driving Distances from La Vista, Nebraska to Nearby Cities
| City | State | Distance (mi) | Approx. Drive Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Omaha | Nebraska | 12 | 20 minutes |
| Papillion | Nebraska | 4 | 10 minutes |
| Bellevue | Nebraska | 10 | 18 minutes |
| Ralston | Nebraska | 3 | 8 minutes |
| Gretna | Nebraska | 13 | 18 minutes |
| Springfield | Nebraska | 14 | 20 minutes |
| Council Bluffs | Iowa | 17 | 25 minutes |
| Lincoln | Nebraska | 55 | 1 hour |
| Fremont | Nebraska | 42 | 50 minutes |
| Ashland | Nebraska | 28 | 35 minutes |
Colleges and Universities in La Vista, Nebraska
| Institution Name | Type | Level | Notable For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Metropolitan Community College – Sarpy Center | Public | Community College | Career and technical education |
| University of Nebraska at Omaha | Public | University | Research and professional programs |
| Bellevue University | Private | University | Adult and online education |
| College of Saint Mary | Private | University | Health sciences and liberal arts |
| Papillion La Vista Community Schools | Public | K–12 District | Public education serving La Vista |
Waterbodies in La Vista, Nebraska
Big Papillion Creek, West Papillion Creek, Chalco Lake, Wehrspann Lake, Platte River, Missouri River, Walnut Creek Lake, Prairie Queen Lake
Stadiums in La Vista
Werner Park, The Astro Amphitheater, La Vista Falls Golf Course, Tara Hills Golf Course, Tiburon Golf Club, Eagle Hills Golf Course
La Vista, Nebraska — Key Historical Facts
- La Vista was founded in 1959 as one of Nebraska's first planned suburban communities and officially incorporated in 1960.
- The city's name, meaning "the view" in Spanish, reflects its location overlooking the Papillion Creek Valley.
- Residential growth accelerated during the 1960s and 1970s as the Omaha metropolitan area expanded southward.
- La Vista has transformed from a small suburban development into one of Sarpy County's fastest-growing cities, with strong residential and commercial growth.
- The opening of Werner Park in 2011 established La Vista as a regional destination for professional baseball and community events.
References
- City of La Vista
- Sarpy County Government
- U.S. Census Bureau
- Metropolitan Community College
- University of Nebraska Omaha
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