Lincoln, NE 

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Population

289,136

+28.2% since 2000

Unemployment Rate

2.9%

Cost of Living

92.6 / 100

Median Home Price

$263,400

Median Income

$62,566

Comfort Index (Climate)

8.3 / 5.3

summer / winter

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Lincoln, NE

Lincoln, Nebraska is an exciting destination for those looking for a big city feel. Here you'll find the historic Haymarket District, complete with shops, restaurants and museums. Take a walk to the University of Nebraska and explore its botanical garden, galleries and expansive library system. Visit Lincoln Children's Zoo and have a family day full of fun activities like rides, live entertainment and animal encounters. With its vibrant culture and stunning scenery, there's something special awaiting everyone in Lincoln! Capital city/College town - Southeast Nebraska along I-80, 60 miles southwest of Omaha.
State: Nebraska
County: Lancaster County
Metro Area: Lincoln Metro Area
City: Lincoln
Zip Codes: 68516, 68521, 68506, 68502, 68510, 68505, 68504, 68503, 68508, 68507, 19 total
Cost of Living: -7.4% lower
Time zone: Central Standard Time (CST)
Elevation: 1189 ft above sea level
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Pros
College town amenities
Educated population
Stable economy
Cons
Harsh climate
Crime rates
Outdoor recreation

What Bert Has To Say About Lincoln Metro Area

As the capital and higher education center of the state, Lincoln is a livable, small city with a diverse economy. The largest employers include state government, the University of Nebraska, Goodyear, and smaller businesses in printing, insurance, and pharmaceutical manufacturing. The university dominates the landscape and the economy, adding 22,000 students and a healthy set of college-town amenities. It is a major sports draw for the entire state and a larger region of the Midwest, particularly during football season. There are two other small private colleges.


Highlights

ECONOMY
The unemployment rate in Lincoln is 2.9% (U.S. avg. is 6.0%). Recent job growth is Positive. Lincoln jobs have increased by 1.5%. More Economy

COST OF LIVING
Compared to the rest of the country, Lincoln's cost of living is 7.4% lower than the U.S. average. More Cost of Living or Compare Lincoln's Cost of Living

WEATHER & CLIMATE
September, June and May are the most pleasant months in Lincoln, while January and December are the least comfortable months. Today's Weather | Climate Averages

VOTING
In the last Presidential election, Lancaster county remained moderately Democratic, 52.3% to 44.6%. More Voting Stats

POPULATION
Lincoln's population is 289,136 people. Since 2020, it has had a population growth of 9.6%. Learn More...

TRANSPORTATION
Average Commute time is 18.3 minutes. The National Average is 26.4 minutes. Learn More...

REAL ESTATE
The median home cost in Lincoln is . Home appreciation the last 10 years has been 11.9%.

SCHOOLS
Lincoln public schools spend $11,196 per student. The average school expenditure in the U.S. is $12,383. There are about 13.8 students per teacher in Lincoln. More Education



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Housing Market in Lincoln

It's a good time to buy in Lincoln. Home Appreciation is up 11.9% in the last 12 months.
The median home price in Lincoln is .

Reviews for Lincoln   67 Reviews
LINCOLN ISN'T THAT GREAT - 1/25/2021
I've lived in Lincoln since 1965. Since the Boosalis Administration the city has been in a slow continual decline despite a growing population. Downtown Lincoln is... Read More

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Friendly city on-par drivrs compared 2 other citys - 9/16/2020
I grew up in Lincoln. As a child I have nothing but fond memories of this city. I moved around a few times, places including Crete, and Omaha. Lincoln gives you the best... Read More

Nice Place to Retire To - 6/8/2020
I've lived in Lincoln for 7 years and love it. Communities are safe, and if you forget to close your garage door, neighbors will call you. There are lots of trails that... Read More


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ZIP CODES IN LINCOLN, NE
68516, 68521, 68506, 68502, 68510, 68505, 68504, 68503, 68508, 68507, 19 total

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