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What Is the Average Rent in Lancaster County, Nebraska?

$1,085/month 3.8%vs 2023 ($1,045)

County · Census ACS 5-Year estimates

The median gross rent in Lancaster County, Nebraska is $1,085/month (±$19), based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). The median home value is $275,200 (±$3,244), and the median household income is $74,793/year. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey, 2024 5-Year Estimates.

Average Rent in Lancaster County, Nebraska and Neighbouring Counties

Seward: $980Saunders: $960Saline: $914Otoe: $914Lancaster County: $1,085Cass: $996Gage: $774$980$960$914$914$1,085$996$774

Housing Metrics for Lancaster County, Nebraska

MetricValue
Median Gross Rent$1,085
Median Home Value$275,200
Median Household Income$74,793
Total Housing Units134,126
Renter-Occupied Units55,061
Renter-Occupied Share41%
Households Paying 50%+ Income11,798 households

Median Rent by Bedroom Count

BedroomMedian RentYoY
Studio$879+0.0%
1 BR$928+0.0%
2 BR$1,101+0.0%
3 BR$1,420+0.0%
4 BR$1,630+0.0%
5+ BR$1,956+0.0%

How does Lancaster County, Nebraska compare?

Median gross rent ranked against all counties in Nebraska.

Higher rent than 98% of counties in Nebraska · 3rd of 93

Cheapest: Wheeler County($509)
Priciest: Sarpy County($1,334)
#CountyValue
1Sarpy County$1,334
2Douglas County$1,201
3Lancaster County(you are here)$1,085
… 87 more …
91Wheeler County$509
92Hayes County$508
93Garfield County$490

Frequently asked questions

What is the average rent in Lancaster County, Nebraska?

The median gross rent in Lancaster County, Nebraska is $1,085/month, based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). Gross rent includes contract rent plus utilities. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates, 2024.

What is the average rent for a 2-bedroom in Lancaster County, Nebraska?

The median rent for a 2-bedroom in Lancaster County, Nebraska is $1,101/month based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). Margin of error: ±$26. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates, 2024.

What is the median home value in Lancaster County, Nebraska?

The median home value in Lancaster County, Nebraska is $275,200 according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024).

What percentage of renters in Lancaster County are rent-burdened?

In Lancaster County, Nebraska, 11,798 households pay 50% or more of their income for rent. A household is considered rent-burdened when it spends more than 30% of income on housing costs.

What is the median household income in Lancaster County, Nebraska?

The median household income in Lancaster County, Nebraska is $74,793/year according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024).

How reliable is Census ACS data for small areas?

The ACS 5-Year estimates combine 60 months of data for more reliable figures in smaller geographies. Each estimate has a margin of error (MOE). For example, the median rent of $1,085 has a margin of error of ±$19. In very small areas, MOEs can be large relative to the estimate.

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This product uses the Census Bureau Data API but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau. Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, public domain.