Just recently moved here and have noticed quite the mix of different nationalities. What's the back story on that, if there is any? Is it because of
UNL?
UNL?
Has Lincoln always had a diverse population?
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Lincoln has a big Vietnamese population. There are about 2 pages of Nguyen's in the phone book.
Lincoln and Omaha are both among the primary destinations for refugees entering the United States. For instance, after Gulf War I there was a sizable population of Iraqi refugees who entered the city. Part of the reason is the low unemployment level and low cost of living.
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anon_umk0ifu6vj6zi
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It's a recent thing. Hell, us white folk just managed to chase off the injuns for good just last year!!! Yeeeee hawww!!!
Diverse??? Isn't Lincoln the most Caucasian place you can go, other than a Gap store?
Depends where you are coming from I guess...
In general, Lincoln lags in diversity compared to the overall diversity parameters of the current US population
In general, Lincoln lags in diversity compared to the overall diversity parameters of the current US population
Spot on, jay-cheese.
South Lincoln has more of a white demographic whereas, north Lincoln is more diverse. I've lived in north Lincoln for the last four years, and have come across many different nationalities. Of the 10 nearest homes in my neighborhood (including my own) there are 3 White, 2 African-American, 2 Eastern European/Middle Eastern, 2 Hispanic, and 1 Korean. I love the diversity, and all of us have a mutual respect for one another.
Pretty accurate. Heres the census stats from 2010 for Lincoln.
White alone, percent, 2010- 86.0%
Black or African American alone, percent, 2010- 3.8%
American Indian and Alaska Native alone, percent, 2010- 0.8%
Asian alone, percent, 2010- 3.8%
Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, 2010- 0.1%
Two or More Races, percent, 2010- 3.0%
Hispanic or Latino, percent, 2010- 6.3%
I remember there were people coming to Lincoln from (IIRC) Sudan, they would come to the pool where I lifeguarded.
Considering Lincoln as a future destination. Wife has an accounting background (not CPA) and my background is in sales. Any suggestions/info as to where to send resume's would be greatly appreciated. TIA
When I was a kid I think it meant having some catholics in the neighborhood. (LOL, good old Lincoln)
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I believe diversity is an old wooden ship. Possibly Civil War era...
I live near 14th and Fletcher. Took my kids to the park a few times and nearly every kid besides my own were from other countries. I don't care at all, it's just that I didn't expect it. I see a lot of different ethnicities in my area of town is all. Thanks to those who provided informative feedback.
