Lincoln, Nebraska Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Lincoln, Nebraska is 291,932 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 72nd-largest city in the United States and the 2nd-largest in Nebraska. The median household income is $69,991, the median home value is $248,200, and the median age is 33.4.
The population has grown 15.9% since 2010 (259,455 → 300,619).
291,932
Population
2888
People / sq mi
$69,991
Median Income
$248,200
Median Home Value
Lincoln covers 101.1 sq mi of land at 2888 people per square mile.
About Lincoln, NE
Lincoln is a city in Nebraska with a population of 291,932. It ranks #2 among cities in Nebraska by population. The median age is 33.4, younger than the national median. The population is 50.3% male and 49.7% female.
The median household income in Lincoln is $69,991, below the US median of $74,580. 7.3% of residents live below the federal poverty level. Home values sit at a median of $248,200, with monthly rent averaging $1,045. The homeownership rate of 55.8% is lower than the national rate of 64.8%.
Educational attainment in Lincoln reflects 41.0% of adults 25 and older holding a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 34.3%. Roughly 10.0% of workers primarily work from home, below the national work-from-home rate of 14.2%. The average commute is 18.3 minutes each way.
Lincoln city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Lincoln city had a population of 259,455 in 2010 and 300,619 in 2024, a 15.9% growth over 14 years. The peak was 300,619 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 1.06%.
300,619
Population (2024)
259,455
Population (2010)
300,619
Peak (2024)
1.06%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 259,455 |
| 2011 | 262,690 |
| 2012 | 265,861 |
| 2013 | 269,129 |
| 2014 | 274,128 |
| 2015 | 277,345 |
| 2016 | 281,339 |
| 2017 | 284,527 |
| 2018 | 286,930 |
| 2019 | 289,102 |
| 2020 | 291,837 |
| 2021 | 291,691 |
| 2022 | 293,306 |
| 2023 | 296,810 |
| 2024 | 300,619 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 80.9% |
| Black or African American | 4.2% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.9% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$69,991
Median Household Income
$39,187
Per Capita Income
7.3%
Poverty Rate
2.3%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$248,200
Median Home Value
$1,045
Median Rent
55.8%
Owner-Occupied
Education
93.0%
High School+
41.0%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.9%
Drive Alone
75.7%
Public Transit
10.0%
Work From Home
18.3 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
24.7%
Foreign Born
86.9%
Non-English at Home
5.7%
Veterans
12.0%
With Disability
93.3%
Health Insurance
96.6%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 26.9% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 10.0% |
| Manufacturing | 9.5% |
| Information | 8.2% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 7.9% |
| Construction | 6.1% |
| Public Administration | 6.1% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.8% |
| Retail Trade | 4.4% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.6% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 1.2% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Lincoln, Nebraska has a population of 291,932 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 72nd-largest city in the United States and the 2nd-largest in Nebraska.
The median household income in Lincoln, Nebraska is $69,991, with 7.3% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Lincoln, Nebraska is $248,200, with median monthly rent at $1,045 and a homeownership rate of 55.8%.
The median age in Lincoln, Nebraska is 33.4 years. The population is 50.3% male and 49.7% female.
The population has grown 15.9% since 2010 (259,455 → 300,619).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.