Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Lincoln

Affordability

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (as of 2024), the median gross rent in Lincoln is $1,086 per month and the median household income is $71,867 per year. About 44% of Lincoln residents rent their homes, reflecting a sizable renter community that income-restricted housing can help serve.

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the Lincoln Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 362 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Keep in mind that crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting practices and definitions.

Getting Around Lincoln

The areas around Lincoln's assisted properties score well for walkability and biking, with more limited public transit options, according to Walk Score.

• Walk Score: 78 - Very Walkable
• Transit Score: 39 - Some Transit
• Bike Score: 96

Scores reflect the area around the assisted properties in Lincoln, not the city as a whole (Walk Score).

Schools

Lincoln is served by 83 public schools across 6 districts, including 48 elementary, 14 middle, and 21 high schools, according to NCES Common Core of Data. Ratings vary by school and district, so renters should check the assigned schools for a specific address.

Cost of Living in Lincoln, NE

The median household income in Lincoln is $71,867 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year data. The median asking rent across the city is $1,086 per month, according to the same source.

HUD-assisted and income-based housing in Lincoln can offer significant savings for eligible renters, with rents typically tied to a percentage of your income rather than the open market rate. There are 19 income-restricted properties totaling 1,079 units tracked on Lease Lantern in this city.

• Median household income: $71,867/year (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Median market rent: $1,086/month (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Share of residents who rent: 44% (Census ACS 5-Year)

Flood and Environmental Exposure

All 19 affordable properties in Lincoln have been mapped for flood risk. Of those, 2 are located in high-risk flood zones, while the remaining 17 carry low or minimal flood exposure. Renters considering any specific property can ask the landlord or check FEMA's flood map for the site's exact zone designation.