Life in Lincoln, Nebraska
Lincoln offers the amenities of a cosmopolitan city and the rich quality of small town life. Graduate students often comment about Lincoln's "perfect size" — saying there's a lot to do but you won't find it to be a distraction from classes and research.
A steady economy, low crime rates, growing diversity, and a spirited community life make Lincoln an ideal Midwestern city for students and their families.
Explore Nebraska and the city of Lincoln with our Life in Lincoln pages:
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Did you know...?
Lincoln ranked the 4th best place to raise a family, out of 100 U.S. cities&mdash Children's Health Magazine, September 2009
Lincoln ranked 14th in Allstate's rankings of cities with the safest drivers
&mdash MSN Money, July 2009
Lincoln ranked the 15th best city for careers and business
— Forbes, January 2007
Nebraska ranked the 9th state for superb quality of life
— Forbes, September 2006
Lincoln ranked the 60th best small city in the U.S.
— Money Magazine, 2006
Lincoln ranked the 14th brainiest city out of 171 U.S. metropolitan areas
— American City Business Journals, 2005
Lincoln is more affordable than many other cities, including Urbana-Champaign, Minneapolis-St. Paul, Boulder, and Fort Collins. Compare for yourself: Cost of Living Calculator.
