Lincoln

Lincoln, Nebraska Overview

Lincoln scores 55.2/100 overall (B), ranking #11 of 20 cities in Nebraska — below the state composite of 74.9. Affordability is the city’s relative strength at 79/100, while Outdoor Access lags at 22/100.

Income & Employment in Lincoln

The median household income in Lincoln is $68,050, 7% below the statewide median of $73,423. The local unemployment rate of 2.6% is lower than the state’s 2.8%. Population grew 1.3% recently.

Safety in Lincoln

Lincoln’s violent crime rate of 379.3 per 100,000 runs above the Nebraska average of 290. The property crime rate is 2716.3 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Lincoln

Lincoln has a cost of living index of 92 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly below the national benchmark. The median home value is $248,200. Median monthly rent is $1,045. Renters spend 18.4% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Lincoln

The adult obesity rate in Lincoln is 35.1%, above the national average and a factor in the city’s health profile. The diabetes prevalence rate is 9.5%. Residents report an average of 15.2 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Nebraska ranks #15 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Lincoln

Lincoln has a high school graduation rate of 79.5%. The student-teacher ratio is 14.1:1. Per-pupil spending is $13,573. The city has 68 public schools serving 41,858 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Lincoln

Lincoln enjoys a moderate climate with an annual average of 55.6°F. Summers average 77.3°F. Winters average 32.9°F. Annual precipitation is 26.8 inches. The average commute of 16.9 minutes is notably short.

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