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145 discussions from residents and visitors

Eva Gonzalez

Things that make Lincoln unique

Hey folks, I'm originally from Tucson and Household incomes average around $69,991 in Lincoln. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Let me know your thoughts. It's changing fast — some good, some not so much. The weather takes some getting used to...

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Autumn Martin

Best coffee shops in Lincoln?

Longtime lurker here, I relocated for work and Household incomes average around $69,991 in Lincoln. Rent is about $1,045/month for a decent place. Crime rate is something to consider — Lincoln sits at 383.0 per 100K. You can expect to pay around $1,045 for rent here. The food scene here is surprisin...

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Joseph Flores

Rent in Lincoln getting crazy

OK so You can expect to pay around $1,045 for rent here. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. There's a growing tech ...

12 replies 31 upvotes housing
Nicholas Wright

Best kept secrets of Lincoln, NE

So, I'm a college student here and Household incomes average around $69,991 in Lincoln. Crime rate is something to consider — Lincoln sits at 383.0 per 100K. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Traffic can be rough during rush...

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Autumn Martin

First time home buyer in Lincoln

Hey folks, I'm a teacher here and Rent is about $1,045/month for a decent place. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Thanks in advance! It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse.

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Evan Hill

Honest thoughts on life in Lincoln

Been meaning to ask this. The unemployment rate is 2.3%, which is pretty low. The suburbs are where most families end up. Let me know your thoughts. TIA! Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look.

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Eugene P.

The good and bad of living in Lincoln

Anyone else feel this way? Rent is about $1,045/month for a decent place. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Anyone in a similar situation?

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Autumn Martin

Quick question about Lincoln

Hi all, My family moved here when I was a kid. Crime rate is something to consider — Lincoln sits at 383.0 per 100K. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Would love some local perspective. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. There's...

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Xavier M.

How are the schools in Lincoln?

Alright, I'm retired and Household incomes average around $69,991 in Lincoln. Crime rate is something to consider — Lincoln sits at 383.0 per 100K. Property taxes are high but you get good services. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Nig...

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Deborah R.

Planning a move to Lincoln — neighborhoods?

Hey, We're a young couple and Median household income is $69,991, which feels about average for the area. The median home value here is around $248,200, which is actually reasonable. Rent is about $1,045/month for a decent place. You can expect to pay around $1,045 for rent here. With a population o...

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Emily W.

Best neighborhoods in Lincoln

Hello, Born and raised here. The median home value here is around $248,200, which is actually reasonable. Median household income is $69,991, which feels about average for the area. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The weather takes some getting used to. What would you do? ...

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Emily W.

Rent prices in Lincoln getting crazy

Anyone else noticing rent going up fast in Lincoln? Over the last year, I feel like prices went up at least 10-15%. I'm paying $1045 for a 2BR which feels okay for the area. Are there any neighborhoods that are still affordable? Thinking about moving to a cheaper area.

11 replies 38 upvotes housing
Peyton P.

Unpopular opinion about Lincoln

Hey everyone, Just moved here 13 months ago and The median home value here is around $248,200, which is actually reasonable. Poverty rate is 7.3%, which is pretty low. The weather takes some getting used to. The suburbs are where most families end up. Thoughts? The city has invested a lot in new dev...

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Violet Garcia

What's it really like living in Lincoln?

Born and raised here. Crime rate is something to consider — Lincoln sits at 383.0 per 100K. Average temperature is around 55°F, so expect cold winters. Homes are going for about $248,200 on average. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. It's changing fast — some good, some not so much. Am I o...

4 replies 51 upvotes living
Peyton P.

Pros and cons of Lincoln after 4 years

Been meaning to ask this. You can expect to pay around $1,045 for rent here. It's changing fast — some good, some not so much. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Would love some local perspective. Looking forward to hearing from you all.

2 replies 11 upvotes living
river_vivian4

Thinking about relocating to Lincoln from Albuquerque

Anyone else feel this way? I'm a remote worker and The median home value here is around $248,200, which is actually reasonable. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Thoughts?

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Waylon Ramos

How are the schools in Lincoln?

OK so My family moved here when I was a kid. Median household income is $69,991, which feels about average for the area. Rent is about $1,045/month for a decent place. The median home value here is around $248,200, which is actually reasonable. The unemployment rate is 2.3%, which is pretty low. Ave...

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jose_vibes

Life in Lincoln as a young professional

Curious what people think. You can expect to pay around $1,045 for rent here. Poverty rate is 7.3%, which is pretty low. Median household income is $69,991, which feels about average for the area. The suburbs are where most families end up. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. ...

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Hunter Thompson

Working remotely from Lincoln

Alright, Median household income is $69,991, which feels about average for the area. Average temperature is around 55°F, so expect cold winters. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Does this match your experience? Looking forward to hearing from you all.

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Lily Brown

Job market in Lincoln for tech?

First post here. Homes are going for about $248,200 on average. Household incomes average around $69,991 in Lincoln. Poverty rate is 7.3%, which is pretty low. Rent is about $1,045/month for a decent place. With a population of 292K, Lincoln is a mid-size city. Cost of living is definitely rising, b...

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Deborah R.

Just moved to Lincoln from Miami — first impressions

We made the move 2 ago and here are my first impressions: The downtown area has been revitalized. Rent runs about $1,045/month for a typical apartment. Weather is moderate — about 55F average. Biggest surprise: Traffic is worse than I thought Biggest disappointment: The winters are rougher than ex...

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William Cooper

Is Lincoln still affordable?

Random thought, The median home value here is around $248,200, which is actually reasonable. The city has invested a lot in new development. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Looking forward to hearing from you all. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. It's a very ...

9 replies 34 upvotes housing
Evan Hill

Best coffee shops in Lincoln?

Random thought, Property taxes are high but you get good services.

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Isabelle G.

Anyone work in healthcare in Lincoln?

Random thought, We're a young couple and Homes are going for about $248,200 on average. Rent is about $1,045/month for a decent place. The weather takes some getting used to. Thoughts? The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse.

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Isabelle G.

Career opportunities in Lincoln, NE

First post here. Just moved here 6 months ago and The median home value here is around $248,200, which is actually reasonable. Average temperature is around 55°F, so expect cold winters. It's a a mid-size city city with about 292K people. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. I'd say it'...

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William Cooper

Best neighborhoods in Lincoln

It's a a mid-size city city with about 292K people. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Worth the trade-offs? Thanks in advance! It's changing fast — some good, some not so much. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Public transit needs ...

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Naomi Morgan

Job market in Lincoln for tech?

I grew up here but left for a while. It's a a mid-size city city with about 292K people. Rent is about $1,045/month for a decent place. With a population of 292K, Lincoln is a mid-size city. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. It's changing fast — some good, some not so much. ...

6 replies 41 upvotes jobs
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