Papillion: A Great Place to Live and Do Business

About Papillion

Recognized for its quality of life by national magazines, Papillion is a great place to live with a broad range of activities and venues for all ages, all at a low cost of living. Its many amenities include 16 wonderful parks, 19 scenic recreational trails, and two golf courses. The aquatic center is an award winning feature of the community. There is great outdoor entertainment options at the Sumtur Amphitheater and Werner Park, home of the champion Omaha Stormchasers. The newest community feature is Papilion Landing, a recreation center and field house.

Papillion History

1866 -Union Pacific Railroad Depot

Salings Grove  was created as a depot for the Union Pacific Railroad along its tracks. Having a depot helped ensure having a successful city.

1883 - Incorporation

The city of Papillion was incoporated in 1883.

2012 -Historical Marker

A historical marker for the railroad was erected as the result off a Leadership Sarpy project  at Sump Library. It is shown above near where the first track was laid.

Business Environment

Papillion is a city in Sarpy County, Nebraska. It is home to 19,500 residents with an average age of 36 and an average income of $74,111. The city of Papillion is very helpful to those starting new businesses and a great place to do business.


Interested in reaching the Papillion market?   Call or email us at 402.932.7243 or info@papillionbusinesses.com to learn how we can help you connect and grow your business through our website and networking.