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Is Lincoln, NE Safe to Buy? Home Safety Score 67/100

Score 67/100 · Risk: moderate · Home Safety Grade C · Updated

Lincoln has moderate risk. Some factors warrant attention during the home buying process.

Score data: EPA SDWIS, EPA PFAS monitoring, EPA Radon Zones, EPA Air Quality Index Last verified:

The remediation picture in Lincoln is relatively contained - estimated safety upgrade expenses sit well within typical property investment thresholds here.

Home Safety Grade

ZIPs Over Lead Limit

0.61%

A/V Share of Claim-Record ZIPs

Zone 1

Radon (High)

AQI (Moderate)

$300

Est. Remediation

0.1%

Equity Trap Ratio

What is a home safety score?

Home Safety Score model 4.0.0 combines EPA SDWIS identity plus accepted ECHO SDWA lifecycle-based water compliance, UCMR5 PFAS, EPA radon zone, and annual AQI with complete coverage. Lincoln scores 67/100 with a "moderate" risk level.

Remediation Cost Breakdown

Estimated costs to address safety issues for a typical home in Lincoln:

Filtration $300

Cost ranges are estimates based on national averages. Actual costs vary by property. Get 3 quotes before proceeding.

Per-ZIP Home Safety Scores

Safety scores vary across Lincoln's 29 ZIP codes.

ZIP Code	Score	Grade
68507	66	C	View report →
68502	67	C	View report →
68503	67	C	View report →
68504	67	C	View report →
68505	67	C	View report →
68508	67	C	View report →
68510	67	C	View report →
68512	67	C	View report →
68514	67	C	View report →
68516	67	C	View report →
68520	67	C	View report →
68521	67	C	View report →
68522	67	C	View report →
68523	67	C	View report →
68524	67	C	View report →

Home Safety Overview

Lincoln, Nebraska has moderate risk for homebuyers. The average home safety score is 67/100 across 20 ZIP codes. Some risk factors warrant attention during the home buying process.

Safety Score Card

A composite view of Lincoln's key risk indicators:

Risk Factor	Value	Assessment
Water Compliance	1 EPA violations across 22 direct ZIP records	Recorded violations
Lead Risk	0.0046 mg/L	Low risk
Flood Risk	61% of claim-record ZIPs have A/V-family dominant recorded rated zones	Historical claims evidence
Radon	Zone 1 (High)	Elevated risk
Air Quality	AQI 54 (Moderate)	Moderate risk

Cost to Fix: Remediation Breakdown

Estimated costs to address safety issues for a typical home in Lincoln:

Component	Estimated Cost
Filtration	$300
Total (low estimate)	$150
Total (mid estimate)	$300
Total (high estimate)	$600

Cost ranges are estimates based on national averages and local data. Actual costs vary by property condition, contractor, and scope of work. Get 3 quotes before proceeding.

Per-ZIP Home Safety Scores

Home safety varies across Lincoln's ZIP codes. Lower scores indicate more risk factors:

ZIP Code	Safety Score	Grade
68507	66	C
68502	67	C
68503	67	C
68504	67	C
68505	67	C
68508	67	C
68510	67	C
68512	67	C
68514	67	C
68516	67	C
68520	67	C
68521	67	C
68522	67	C
68523	67	C
68524	67	C

Lincoln vs. Nearby Nebraska Cities

How Lincoln's overall risk compares to similar cities in Nebraska:

City	Home Safety Grade	Flood Claims	Population
Lincoln	C	276	301,026
Bellevue	C	551	68,748
Grand Island	C	117	55,925
Papillion	C	123	47,521

Homebuyer Safety Checklist for Lincoln

Before purchasing a home in Lincoln, Nebraska, complete these checks:

Water Quality

Request the latest Consumer Confidence Report (CCR) from the water utility
Test tap water for lead, bacteria, and nitrates ($20-$50 for DIY kit)

Radon

Conduct a radon test ($15-$30 for short-term kit, $150-$300 for professional)
Lincoln is in Radon Zone 1 (High risk) - testing is strongly recommended

Flood Risk

Check the property's FEMA flood zone at msc.fema.gov
Ask about flood history and past insurance claims
Review the claims-only zone evidence: 61% of ZIPs with NFIP claim records have A/V-family dominant recorded rated zones. This does not replace an address-level FEMA map check.

Lead Paint & Pipes

For homes built before 1978: request lead paint disclosure
For homes built before 1986: inspect plumbing for lead solder and pipes
47% of Lincoln homes built before 1986 - pipe inspection recommended

General

Check for carbon monoxide detectors on every level
Inspect for visible mold, water stains, or musty odors
Verify the home's connection to a regulated public water system

Data Sources

Water quality: EPA SDWIS
Lead: EPA Lead and Copper Rule
Flood: FEMA NFIP
Radon: EPA Radon Zones
Air quality: EPA AirNow
Home values: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25077
Remediation costs: National cost model (EPA, Census, FEMA data)

Source reporting periods vary. See each cited source for its publication schedule.

Water Quality Map: Lincoln, NE

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lincoln safe to buy a home?

Lincoln has a moderate risk rating (score: 67/100). Some factors like water quality or flood risk may warrant attention during the buying process.

What is the home safety score for Lincoln?

Lincoln has a Home Safety Score of 67 out of 100 under model 4.0.0, combining water compliance, PFAS, radon, and annual AQI with complete coverage.

How much does remediation cost in Lincoln?

The estimated average remediation cost for a typical home in Lincoln is $300. This includes potential costs for water filtration, lead abatement, radon mitigation, and flood-proofing based on local risk factors.

What is the equity trap ratio in Lincoln?

The equity trap ratio in Lincoln is 0.1%, which measures remediation costs as a percentage of median home value. This is low - remediation costs are a small fraction of home value.

Is radon a concern in Lincoln?

Lincoln is in EPA Radon Zone 1 (High risk). This is the highest risk zone - EPA recommends testing all homes.

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