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Lincoln

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  • A
    Overall Grade
  • City in Nebraska
  • 683 reviews
    A
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Public Schools
      A-
    2. Crime & Safety
      C+
    3. Housing
      B+
    4. Nightlife
      A
    5. Good for Families
      A
    6. Diversity
      A-
    7. Jobs
      B+
    8. Weather
      B
    9. Cost of Living
      B+
    10. Health & Fitness
      A
    11. Outdoor Activities
      A-
    12. Commute
      A-
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    Lincoln is a city in Nebraska with a population of 277,315. Lincoln is in Lancaster County and is one of the best places to live in Nebraska. Living in Lincoln offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Lincoln there are a lot of bars, restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Many families and young professionals live in Lincoln and residents tend to lean conservative. The public schools in Lincoln are highly rated.
    About Lincoln...
    Population
    277,315

    Real Estate

    Median Home Value
    $156,400
    National
    $184,700
    Median Rent
    $788
    National
    $949
    Area Feel
    Dense Suburban
    Rent vs. Own
    • Rent
      43%
    • Own
      57%
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    Lincoln Rankings

    Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.

    Crime & Safety

    Crime & Safety
    C+
    Based on violent and property crime rates.
    Violent Crimes
    • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
    National
    • Assault
      207.4
      282.7
    • Murder
      3.6
      6.1
    • Rape
      69.8
      40.7
    • Robbery
      67.9
      135.5
    Property Crimes
    • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
    National
    • Burglary
      448.5
      500.1
    • Theft
      2,531.5
      2,042.8
    • Motor Vehicle Theft
      125.2
      284

    Residents

    Diversity
    A-
    Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
    Age
    • <10 years
      13%
    • 10-17 years
      9%
    • 18-24 years
      16%
    • 25-34 years
      15%
    • 35-44 years
      12%
    • 45-54 years
      11%
    • 55-64 years
      11%
    • 65+ years
      12%
    Education Levels
    National
    • Master's degree or higher
      14%
      12%
    • Bachelor's degree
      24%
      19%
    • Some college or associate's degree
      33%
      29%
    • High school diploma or equivalent
      22%
      28%
    • Less than high school diploma
      7%
      13%
    • Public Schools
    • Private Schools
    • Colleges

    Working in Lincoln

    Jobs
    B+
    Based on employment rates, job and business growth, and cost of living.
    Median Household Income
    $53,089
    National
    $55,322
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    Lincoln Reviews

    683 reviews
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    I was born in Lincoln, and have lived here my whole life. I love that this town is not too small, but it isn't too big either. People here are friendly, which is evidenced when you go for walks or go for a drive. There are a lot of food options at different price ranges. Many restaurants are now able to accommodate different eating patterns, such as vegetarianism. However, there is practically nothing to do in the winter months. In the summer months, there are pools and shopping, but you can go to surrounding areas if you want an all-day fun activity. Lincoln has great schools and is very safe. It is an excellent place to raise a family. Overall, I love Lincoln and have no plans of moving anytime soon!
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    There's always something to do in Lincoln no matter who you are. Downtown Lincoln is quite amazing as it's both antique, and modern. Strolls in the Haymarket are a perfect date, and concerts in the Arena are spectacular experiences. Whether it's for you, a small group, or your family, there's definitely an activity everyone will agree on. Year round is full of fun in the outdoors; from swimming to ice skating, or a nice bonfire with s'mores. Or on the rainy days, head to the theaters for a movie, or the Lied center for a performance. Football is a big deal here in Lincoln, NE, and you're bound to see husker red around every corner!
    Lincoln is one of the most welcoming cities on Earth. Don’t be afraid to ask for directions or strike up a conversation at the local coffee shop.Love Lincoln so much that you want to stay? Be prepared to be pleasantly surprised. You can rent an apartment in this city for less than $500 a month, making it far cheaper than most cities of a similar size. When you’re in Lincoln, you’re in Nebraska Cornhusker territory. This Big Ten team is a huge deal, so don’t be surprised if a Huskers fan tests your loyalty by shouting, “Go Big Red!” Shout it right back, and they’ll never guess you’re an out-of-towner. I love Lincoln So much to the point where I want to life my whole live here!