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Crime in Lincoln summary. We use data from the FBI to determine the crime rates in Lincoln. Key points include:
There were 8,264 total crimes in Lincoln in the last reporting year.
The overall crime rate per 100,000 people in Lincoln is 2,793.7 / 100k people.
The violent crime rate per 100,000 people in Lincoln is 347.9 / 100k people.
The property crime rate per 100,000 people in Lincoln is 2,445.8 / 100k people.
Overall, crime in Lincoln is 31.83% above the national average.
Total Crimes
Above National Average
Crime In Lincoln Comparison Table
| Statistic | Count Raw |
Lincoln / 100k People |
Nebraska / 100k People |
National / 100k People |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crimes Per 100K | 8,264 | 2,793.7 | 1,847.2 | 2,119.2 |
| Violent Crime | 1,029 | 347.9 | 220.5 | 359.0 |
| Murder | 8 | 2.7 | 2.1 | 5.0 |
| Robbery | 120 | 40.6 | 20.5 | 61.0 |
| Aggravated Assault | 713 | 241.0 | 154.5 | 256.0 |
| Property Crime | 7,235 | 2,445.8 | 1,626.7 | 1,760.0 |
| Burglary | 776 | 262.3 | 155.1 | 229.0 |
| Larceny | 5,513 | 1,863.7 | 1,218.9 | 1,272.0 |
| Car Theft | 946 | 319.8 | 252.6 | 259.0 |
Source: FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (2024)
Cost of living in Lincoln summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in Lincoln. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around Nebraska. Key points include:
The cost of living in Lincoln is 96 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in Lincoln is 1.0x lower than the national average.
The median home value in Lincoln is $291,062.
The median income in Lincoln is $71,867.
Lincoln's Overall Cost Of Living
Lower Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In Lincoln Comparison Table
| Living Expense | Lincoln | Nebraska | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 96 | 89 | 100 |
| Services | 98 | 98 | 100 |
| Groceries | 96 | 99 | 100 |
| Health | 95 | 77 | 100 |
| Housing | 103 | 99 | 100 |
| Transportation | 97 | 98 | 100 |
| Utilities | 99 | 96 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
Lincoln, NE Weather
The average high in Lincoln is 62.6° and the average low is 40.2°.
There are 52.7 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 30.5 inches of precipitation each year with 25.9 inches of snow.
| Stat | Lincoln |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 62.6 |
| Average Annual Low | 40.2 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 52.7 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 30.5 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 25.9 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
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Lincoln Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in Lincoln
The current population in Lincoln is 294,856. The population has increased 16.5% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 294,856 | 1.0% |
| 2023 | 291,932 | 0.5% |
| 2022 | 290,531 | 0.5% |
| 2021 | 289,136 | 1.0% |
| 2020 | 286,388 | 0.9% |
| 2019 | 283,839 | 1.1% |
| 2018 | 280,849 | 1.3% |
| 2017 | 277,315 | 1.6% |
| 2016 | 273,018 | 1.2% |
| 2015 | 269,726 | 1.5% |
| 2014 | 265,811 | 1.3% |
| 2013 | 262,365 | 1.2% |
| 2012 | 259,218 | 1.2% |
| 2011 | 256,189 | 1.2% |
| 2010 | 253,035 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Lincoln
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Lincoln is:
76.3% White with 225,097 White residents.
4.1% African American with 12,059 African American residents.
0.3% American Indian with 757 American Indian residents.
4.4% Asian with 13,075 Asian residents.
0.1% Hawaiian with 190 Hawaiian residents.
0.3% Other with 948 Other residents.
5.4% Two Or More with 16,061 Two Or More residents.
9.0% Hispanic with 26,669 Hispanic residents.
| Race | Lincoln | NE | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 76.3% | 75.3% | 57.4% |
| African American | 4.1% | 4.6% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 4.4% | 2.6% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.1% | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 5.4% | 3.8% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 9.0% | 12.7% | 19.3% |
Gender in Lincoln
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Lincoln is 49.8% female with 146,719 female residents.
Lincoln is 50.2% male with 148,137 male residents.
| Gender | Lincoln | NE | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.8% | 49.7% | 50.5% |
| Male | 50.2% | 50.3% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Lincoln for adults over 25
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4.0% of adults in Lincoln completed < 9th grade.
4.0% of adults in Lincoln completed 9-12th grade.
20.0% of adults in Lincoln completed high school / ged.
20.0% of adults in Lincoln completed some college.
11.0% of adults in Lincoln completed associate's degree.
26.0% of adults in Lincoln completed bachelor's degree.
10.0% of adults in Lincoln completed master's degree.
2.0% of adults in Lincoln completed professional degree.
3.0% of adults in Lincoln completed doctorate degree.
| Education | Lincoln | NE | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 4.0% | 3.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 4.0% | 4.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 20.0% | 25.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 20.0% | 22.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 11.0% | 11.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 26.0% | 22.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 10.0% | 9.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 2.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 3.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Lincoln, Nebraska
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4.9% of households in Lincoln earn Less than $10,000.
3.0% of households in Lincoln earn $10,000 to $14,999.
6.5% of households in Lincoln earn $15,000 to $24,999.
7.9% of households in Lincoln earn $25,000 to $34,999.
12.5% of households in Lincoln earn $35,000 to $49,999.
17.3% of households in Lincoln earn $50,000 to $74,999.
13.9% of households in Lincoln earn $75,000 to $99,999.
18.5% of households in Lincoln earn $100,000 to $149,999.
7.6% of households in Lincoln earn $150,000 to $199,999.
8.0% of households in Lincoln earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | Lincoln | NE | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 4.9% | 4.3% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 3.0% | 3.1% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 6.5% | 6.4% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 7.9% | 6.9% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 12.5% | 11.1% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 17.3% | 17.3% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 13.9% | 13.5% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 18.5% | 18.9% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 7.6% | 9.1% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 8.0% | 9.4% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)
