Lincoln Metro
Lincoln has roughly average household income, with a median household income of $62,912. Population has grown 28% since 2000. Median home value has more than doubled since 2000, reaching $189,115.
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How many people live in Lincoln, NE?
Lincoln, NE has about 340,217 residents according to the 2020 American Community Survey.
What is the median household income in Lincoln, NE?
The typical household in Lincoln, NE earns about $62,912 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.
Is Lincoln, NE expensive?
In Lincoln, NE, the median home is worth about $189,115, and the typical rent is about $868 a month.
How educated are people in Lincoln, NE?
About 39.3% of adults age 25 and over in Lincoln, NE hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the poverty rate in Lincoln, NE?
About 11.6% of people in Lincoln, NE live below the federal poverty line.
Has Lincoln, NE grown since 1990?
Yes, Lincoln, NE has grown since 1990. The population has added about 111,126 residents, a change of about 49 percent over that period.
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DATA: US CENSUS BUREAU ACS 5-YEAR + DECENNIAL CENSUS · METRO ROLLUP OF COMPONENT COUNTIES · UPDATED 2024