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Having lived in Chicago (and suburbs) my whole life, there are a few things to consider. First is where do you want to live? The city, the 'burbs, the far-burbs. This of course depends upon how much money you have, and how big of a house you need. Working in Warrenville, the city might not be the best option unless you company has fairly fixed hours, and a good way to get to the train station. Is driving an option...sure, if you like to spend a good portion of your life in traffic.
Don't in any way think I'm putting a negative spin on Chicago. I love the city, and while having visited many others, haven't yet found one I'd rather live. It has the culture, the architecture, the nightlife, two big airports, it's close to "wilderness" if you need to get away, etc.
I went thru a few years back deciding if I should take a job elsewhere, and decided against it because of my situation in life. My wife and I had just gotten married, and bought a condo (which wasn't finished yet). Financially, the 50% paycut (it was in Germany, and she wouldn't be able to work) wasn't going to work.
Just think about the ties you have to Omaha (mortgage, family, wife/girlfriend, friends, comfort, etc.??) and figure out what you'll gain vs. what you'll give-up/lose.
If you need more info on Chicago, or anything else, just PM me, and I'll give you my number.
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