Lincoln, Nebraska

City Profile — Demographics, Income, Education & Housing
Data: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2022 5-Year Estimates
290,531
Population
$67,846
Median Income
$230,400
Home Value
33.1
Median Age

Demographics

Lincoln has a population of 290,531 with a median age of 33.1. Here is the racial and ethnic breakdown of the population:

White
82.0%
Hispanic
8.3%
Asian
4.5%
Black
4.1%
Other
1.1%
Demographic Value
Total Population290,531
Median Age33.1
White82.0%
Black or African American4.1%
Asian4.5%
Hispanic or Latino8.3%
Other / Two or More Races1.1%

Income & Economy

The median household income in Lincoln is $67,846, which is 9.7% below the national median of $75,149. The per capita income is $37,210. The poverty rate is 12.8%.

$67,846
Median Household Income
$37,210
Per Capita Income
12.8%
Poverty Rate

Employment

The unemployment rate in Lincoln is 3.3%, compared to the national rate of 5.4%.

Education

In Lincoln, 92.9% of residents age 25+ have a high school diploma or higher, and 40.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher (15.0% with a graduate or professional degree).

HS Diploma+
92.9%
Bachelor's+
40.9%
Graduate+
15.0%
Education Level % of Adults (25+)
High School Diploma or Higher92.9%
Bachelor's Degree or Higher40.9%
Graduate or Professional Degree15.0%

Housing

The median home value in Lincoln is $230,400, below the national median of $281,900. The median monthly rent is $998. The homeownership rate is 56.3%.

$230,400
Median Home Value
$998/mo
Median Rent
56.3%
Homeownership Rate
Housing Metric Value
Median Home Value$230,400
Median Monthly Rent$998
Homeownership Rate56.3%
Vacancy Rate4.8%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Lincoln, Nebraska?
The population of Lincoln, Nebraska is 290,531 according to U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Lincoln, Nebraska?
The median household income in Lincoln, Nebraska is $67,846. This is 9.7% below the national median of $75,149.
What is the median home value in Lincoln, Nebraska?
The median home value in Lincoln, Nebraska is $230,400. The median monthly rent is $998.
What percentage of people in Lincoln have a college degree?
In Lincoln, Nebraska, 40.9% of adults age 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 92.9% have a high school diploma or higher.
Is Lincoln, Nebraska an affordable place to live?
The home price-to-income ratio in Lincoln, Nebraska is 3.4x (median home value $230,400 vs. median income $67,846), making it relatively affordable by that measure. A ratio under 4.0 is generally considered affordable.

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