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

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Lincoln covers 101.1 sq mi of land at 2888 people per square mile.

About Lincoln, NE

Age is the most distinctive thing about Lincoln: a median age of 33.4, younger than the national median. With 291,932 residents, Lincoln is a city in Nebraska. It is the #2-largest of all cities in Nebraska nationally.

Median household income is $69,991, below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 7.3%, below the national 12.4%. Median home value is $248,200, with typical rent around $1,045.

41.0% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, above the national average of 35.0%. Remote work is below the national 14.0% at 10.0%, and the average commute runs about 18 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%.

Lincoln city population, 2010–2024 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau — decennial census & Population Estimates

300,619

Population (2024)

259,455

Population (2010)

300,619

Peak (2024)

1.06%

Avg Annual Growth

Year	Population	Change	Annual %	Source
2010	259,455	-	-	estimate
2011	262,690	+3,235	+1.25%	estimate
2012	265,861	+3,171	+1.21%	estimate
2013	269,129	+3,268	+1.23%	estimate
2014	274,128	+4,999	+1.86%	estimate
2015	277,345	+3,217	+1.17%	estimate
2016	281,339	+3,994	+1.44%	estimate
2017	284,527	+3,188	+1.13%	estimate
2018	286,930	+2,403	+0.84%	estimate
2019	289,102	+2,172	+0.76%	estimate
2020	291,837	+2,735	+0.95%	estimate
2021	291,691	-146	-0.05%	estimate
2022	293,306	+1,615	+0.55%	estimate
2023	296,810	+3,504	+1.19%	estimate
2024	300,619	+3,809	+1.28%	estimate

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%

Largest cities in Nebraska

Omaha (488,197)Bellevue (64,355)Grand Island (52,761)Kearney (34,024)Fremont (27,321)Norfolk (25,962)Hastings (25,005)Columbus (24,188)Papillion (24,063)North Platte (23,030)View all Nebraska cities →

Largest counties in Nebraska

Douglas County (585,461)Lancaster County (323,673)Sarpy County (194,051)Hall County (62,431)Buffalo County (50,323)

Part of Nebraska

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Metro areas in Nebraska

Omaha (972,840)Lincoln (341,309)Sioux City (144,007)Grand Island (76,619)All US metros →

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Common questions about Lincoln, NE

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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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Sources: US Census Bureau ACS 5-Year Estimates

Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.