Lincoln

NE

Lancaster County, Nebraska

Population 327K |Median income $74,793 |5 hospitals

Population
326,696
Lancaster County
Median Income
$74,793
+10% vs avg
Median Home Value
$275,200
+21% vs avg
Median Age
34.3
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
327K+13%
Median Income
$74,793+45%
Median Home Value
$275,200+85%
Poverty Rate
11.9%-22%
Unemployment
3.1%-52%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,085/mo
Poverty Rate
11.9% -16% vs avg
Unemployment 3.1%
Bachelor's Degree+ 41.9%
Work From Home 11.6%
Public Transit 0.8%

Population

White 80.6%
Asian 4.1%
African American 3.7%
Two or More Ethnicities 3.1%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
34.4%
High Blood Pressure
30%
Short Sleep Duration
29.6%
Binge Drinking
20.7%
Physical Inactivity
20.2%
Frequent Mental Distress
14.5%
Current Smoking
11.7%
Frequent Physical Distress
10.3%
Diabetes
9.6%
Current Asthma
9.2%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 67.5%
Annual Checkup 75.7%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
8.7%
Coronary Heart Disease
5.5%
Stroke
2.8%

Hospitals 5 total

Rating Distribution
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3
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0
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0
Average Rating
3/5
Total Hospitals
5
With ER
2
BRYAN MEDICAL CENTER
LINCOLN · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆
CHI HEALTH ST. ELIZABETH
LINCOLN · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆
CHI HEALTH NEBRASKA HEART
LINCOLN · Acute Care Hospitals
★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — Lincoln Area 6

Bushfire Alerts

Storm and Tree Down Alert Issued for Hume Highway Southbound Exit at Bargo

NSW RFS · 33m ago
Bushfire Alerts

Grass Fire Advice Issued for City of Sydney (NSW)

NSW RFS · 33m ago
Bushfire Alerts

Grass Fire Advice Issued for City of Sydney (NSW) Area

NSW RFS · 1h ago
Bushfire Alerts

Bushfire Advice Issued for City of Sydney Following Grass Fire Report

NSW RFS · 1h ago
Bushfire Alerts

Advice Issued for Grass Fire in City of Sydney

NSW RFS · 1h ago
Bushfire Alerts

Advice Issued for Grass Fire in City of Sydney (NSW)

NSW RFS · 1h ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Lincoln, NE? ▼
Lincoln, NE has a population of 326,696 people, located in Lancaster County, Nebraska.
What is the median household income in Lincoln? ▼
The median household income in Lincoln, NE is $74,793 per year. The poverty rate is 11.9%.
What is the median home value in Lincoln? ▼
The median home value in Lincoln, NE is $275,200. Median rent is $1,085/month.
What are the top health concerns in Lincoln? ▼
The top health indicators in Lincoln include Obesity (34.4%), High Blood Pressure (30%), Short Sleep Duration (29.6%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Lincoln? ▼
Lincoln has 5 hospitals with an average rating of 3/5 stars. 2 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Lincoln? ▼
The median age in Lincoln, NE is 34.3 years. 41.9% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Lincoln, NE is located in Lancaster County, Nebraska. With a population of 327K and a median household income of $74,793, the community faces health challenges including obesity and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 5 hospitals with an average rating of 3/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Lincoln area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Lancaster County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.