Lincoln, NE Demographics & ZIP Codes
Lincoln, Nebraska demographics and median household income by ZIP code (in Lancaster County) — 21 ZIP codes — population 297,517 — median income $88,629 — avg. home value $290,475. Compare income, housing, and population across ZIP codes on US5.
Lincoln demographics
Lincoln, Nebraska covers 21 ZIP codes primarily in Lancaster County, with a combined ZIP-area population of about 297,517.
Across ZIP codes with age data, the average median age is about 36.9 years.
Median household income in Lincoln
The average median household income across ZIP codes in Lincoln, Nebraska is about $88,629 — about 19% above the NE ZIP average ($74,338), and about 18% above the U.S. median ($75,149).
Among ZIPs with income data, 68531 is near the top at about $157,188, while 68508 is near the bottom at about $33,561.
Housing in Lincoln
For housing in Lincoln, Nebraska, the average median home value is about $290,475 and the average median rent is about $911.
The most populous ZIP in this set is 68516 (about 47,389 residents). Use the table below to compare population, income, and home values across codes.
ZIP codes in Lincoln
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| ZIP | City | County | State | Population ↓ | Income | Home value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 68516 | Lincoln | Lancaster County | NE | 47,389 | $100,093 | $331,600 |
| 68521 | Lincoln | Lancaster County | NE | 38,386 | $66,902 | $235,600 |
| 68506 | Lincoln | Lancaster County | NE | 27,909 | $70,501 | $245,200 |
| 68502 | Lincoln | Lancaster County | NE | 25,571 | $65,825 | $220,500 |
| 68510 | Lincoln | Lancaster County | NE | 19,534 | $64,183 | $221,200 |
| 68505 | Lincoln | Lancaster County | NE | 18,185 | $71,966 | $216,600 |
| 68508 | Lincoln | Lancaster County | NE | 17,444 | $33,561 | $121,400 |
| 68504 | Lincoln | Lancaster County | NE | 17,396 | $52,159 | $169,000 |
| 68507 | Lincoln | Lancaster County | NE | 16,481 | $71,194 | $215,000 |
| 68503 | Lincoln | Lancaster County | NE | 15,625 | $50,886 | $158,900 |
| 68522 | Lincoln | Lancaster County | NE | 14,330 | $77,151 | $225,400 |
| 68512 | Lincoln | Lancaster County | NE | 13,668 | $101,828 | $295,900 |
| 68526 | Lincoln | Lancaster County | NE | 7,767 | $117,447 | $424,900 |
| 68528 | Lincoln | Lancaster County | NE | 6,955 | $75,000 | $243,700 |
| 68524 | Lincoln | Lancaster County | NE | 6,049 | $80,139 | $214,500 |
| 68527 | Lincoln | Lancaster County | NE | 2,238 | $127,813 | $482,600 |
| 68430 | Lincoln | Lancaster County | NE | 1,661 | $126,458 | $443,000 |
| 68517 | Lincoln | Lancaster County | NE | 462 | $143,782 | $495,700 |
| 68514 | Lincoln | Lancaster County | NE | 265 | $118,512 | $387,900 |
| 68531 | Lincoln | Lancaster County | NE | 202 | $157,188 | $460,900 |
| 68588 | Lincoln | Lancaster County | NE | — | — | — |
Frequently asked questions
What are the demographics of Lincoln?
Lincoln, Nebraska has a combined ZIP-area population of about 297,517 across 21 ZIP codes (primarily Lancaster County). Browse the ZIP table below for population, income, and housing by code.
What is the median household income in Lincoln?
The average median household income across ZIP codes in Lincoln, Nebraska is about $88,629, about 19% above the state ZIP average ($74,338), and about 18% above the U.S. median ($75,149). Average median home value is about $290,475. Among ZIPs with data, 68531 is near the top ($157,188) and 68508 is near the bottom ($33,561).
How many ZIP codes are in Lincoln?
Lincoln, Nebraska includes 21 ZIP codes on US5. Each row links to demographics, median income, and housing for that code.
Where can I find ZIP code demographics for Lincoln?
This page lists ZIP codes in Lincoln, Nebraska with population, median household income, and home value. Select a ZIP for a full demographics profile.