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Nebraska, United States
Size: Midsize City
Region: Midwest
729
Overall City RankingOut of 3019 cities — 76th percentile
575
In the U.S.
237
In the Midwest
3
In Nebraska
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2026 City to Watch
Nebraska's capital city has slowly built one of the most impressive trail networks in the Great Plains, and its 130-plus miles of trails and bike lanes now anchor a system that the American Planning Association recognized as one of the Great Public Spaces in America. The centerpiece of Lincoln's push for better biking is the N Street Protected Bikeway — Nebraska's first protected bikeway — which connected the city's trail network to the Haymarket district, Pinnacle Bank Arena, and the University of Nebraska-Lincoln campus. That investment sparked a broader build-out, with our national bike project tracker reflecting active and completed projects across the city, including the Fletcher Landmark Trail, Chris Beutler Trail, and a critical hike-bike trail connection that will link Omaha and Lincoln.
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Network ScoreAverage Network Score for all cities in 2026 was 36.
Network Analysis
This interactive map shows high-stress and low-stress areas for bicycling in Lincoln. For additional street-level data, explore PeopleForBikes' BNA tool.
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The Best Ways to Fund Bike Infrastructure
PeopleForBikes Senior Director for Infrastructure Dave Snyder will discuss how local and state funding for bike projects is essential to take advantage of an unprecedented amount of federal funding that often requires a local match.
How Complete Streets Can Transform Your Community
PeopleForBikes’ Legislative Strategies Guide features the best, real-world examples of policy changes being adopted in communities across the U.S. to create more great places to ride bikes.
Advancing Bike Infrastructure Through Climate Legislation
Bicycles are a crucial component in the fight against climate change, offering a sustainable solution to reduce vehicle miles traveled (VMT) and greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.
