What are the schools like in Lynch, NE?

Lynch is served primarily by BOYD COUNTY SCHOOLS. The district operates 2 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 9.0:1.

What is the median household income in Lynch?

The median household income in Lynch, NE is $41,667 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 0.0%.

What is the weather like in Lynch, NE?

Lynch has an average high temperature of 32.8°F in January and 88.1°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.3 inches and annual snowfall averages 30.9 inches.

Lynch, NE Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Lynch, NE affordable or expensive?

Lynch's cost of living index is 83, where 100 represents the national average. This means Lynch is 17% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $57,500 and the median rent is $581 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Lynch, NE?

Crime rate data for Lynch is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Lynch, NE a Good Place to Live?

Lynch is a small town of 169 in Nebraska, with a median household income of $41,667 . Its cost of living index is 83 (US average = 100), which is 17% below the national average.

Strengths: Lynch stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (A-), short average commutes.

Trade-offs: No major red flags stand out in the available data. Whether Lynch is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Lynch city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 83.2

Lynch's overall cost of living index is 83.2, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Lynch costs roughly 17% less than the average American city.

Metric	Lynch, NE	National Avg
Median Home Value	$57,500	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$581	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	88.8%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$41,667	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for Lynch is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Lynch is served primarily by BOYD COUNTY SCHOOLS. The student-to-teacher ratio is 9.0:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Lynch, NE	National Avg
School District	BOYD COUNTY SCHOOLS	—
Elementary Schools	2	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	9.0:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	25.7%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	92.6%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Lynch sees average highs of 32.8°F in January and 88.1°F in July, with 26.3 inches of annual precipitation and 30.9 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Lynch, NE
Average High — January	32.8°F
Average High — July	88.1°F
Annual Precipitation	26.3"
Annual Snowfall	30.9"

Demographics

Metric	Lynch, NE	National Avg
Population	169	—
Median Age	64.7	38.9
Unemployment Rate	0.0%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	21.4 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	95.9%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	1.2%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	10.7%	22.2%
65 and over	48.5%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Bristow, NE 6 mi Monowi, NE 7 mi Gross, NE 9 mi Marty, SD 12 mi Spencer, NE 12 mi

ZIP Codes in Lynch

Lynch, NE is covered by 1 ZIP code:

68746

Lynch vs Other Cities

Lynch, NE vs Bristow, NE Lynch, NE vs Monowi, NE Lynch, NE vs Gross, NE Lynch, NE vs Marty, SD Lynch, NE vs Spencer, NE

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lynch, NE affordable or expensive?

Lynch's cost of living index is 83, where 100 is the national average. That makes Lynch roughly 17% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $57,500 and median rent is $581/month.

What is the crime rate in Lynch, NE?

Crime data for Lynch is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Lynch?

Public schools in Lynch are operated by BOYD COUNTY SCHOOLS. The district has 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 9.0:1. 25.7% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Lynch, NE a good place to live?

Lynch, NE has a population of 169, a median household income of $41,667, and an unemployment rate of 0.0%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Lynch?

Lynch averages 32.8°F in January and 88.1°F in July. Annual rainfall is 26.3 inches with about 30.9 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Lynch?

Lynch, NE is covered by 1 ZIP code: 68746.

What is the population of Lynch?

The population of Lynch, Nebraska is 169 with a median age of 64.7. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Lynch?

Key numbers for living in Lynch: cost of living index 83 (100 = US average), median home $57,500, median household income $41,667, schools rated A-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Lynch side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.