Lincoln Nebraska Map

About Lincoln, Nebraska

Lincoln is a locality in Lancaster County, Nebraska, United States. With a population of 298,056, Lincoln is a major urban centre in Nebraska. The population density is 1114.9 people per km². Lincoln is located at 40.8000°N, 96.6670°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 68528.

Lincoln unfolds across a landscape that whispers of the Great Plains, a broad expanse where the sky feels impossibly vast and the horizon stretches out with an almost startling clarity. It lies 40.8 miles south-west of Papillion, NE (from Papillion, NE: bearing 233°T), and is situated 5.5 miles west of Walton. The terrain gently rolls, a soft undulation of fertile prairie that has long dictated the rhythm of life here. Streams, like Salt Creek, meander through the land, their banks often fringed with trees that offer a welcome contrast to the open fields, especially as the sun begins its slow descent, casting long, golden shadows that paint the grasses in hues of amber and rust. This is a place where the wind carries the scent of earth and growing things, a constant, quiet presence that shapes the character of the city and its people, fostering a sense of steady resilience. The history of Lincoln is deeply intertwined with the agricultural heartland it inhabits, a story that began with settlers drawn to the rich soil and the promise of open land. It became the state capital, a designation that infused it with a sense of civic purpose and governmental hum, a steady beat beneath the surface of everyday life. The economy, while diversified, still carries the strong imprint of its agricultural roots, with agribusiness playing a significant role, alongside growing sectors in insurance, technology, and manufacturing. This blend of tradition and innovation creates a dynamic, yet grounded, economic engine, one that supports a population that values hard work and practical ingenuity, much like the farmers who first settled these plains. Lincoln's cultural landscape is a vibrant mosaic, boasting a strong presence in professional sports with the Huskers, whose football games at Memorial Stadium are legendary, drawing crowds that fill the air with an electric energy. The Lied Center for Performing Arts serves as a hub for artistic expression, while the International Quilt Museum showcases a unique and intricate craft. The city’s parks, like Pioneers Park Nature Center, offer serene escapes into the natural beauty of the prairie, and the Sunken Gardens are a meticulously crafted urban oasis. Renowned institutions like the University of Nebraska–Lincoln contribute a youthful dynamism and intellectual curiosity, drawing bright minds from across the nation. While not a city known for a singular, world-famous landmark in the vein of ancient monuments, Lincoln’s enduring appeal lies in its unpretentious spirit, its connection to the land, and the quiet pride of its residents, many of whom have built lives and legacies here, contributing to the ongoing narrative of this prairie capital.

About This Lincoln Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Lincoln, Nebraska — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 40.800001, -96.66696. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Lincoln and Lancaster County.

Detailed location data for Lincoln includes the ZIP code (68510), telephone area code (402), county seat of Lancaster County (Lincoln), and school district assignment (Lincoln Public Schools). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Lincoln is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.