HEAD TO HEAD
Lincoln vs Oshkosh
Lincoln leads Oshkosh on 3 of 5 factors — but the right pick depends on your priorities.
Lincoln, NE
wins 3 of 5 factors
Oshkosh, WI
wins 1 of 5 factors
Match scores, side by side
| Factor | Lincoln | Oshkosh |
|---|---|---|
| Affordable to buy | 87 | 87 |
| Affordable to rent | 82 | 88 ◆ |
| Climate comfort | 48 ◆ | 26 |
| Plenty of sunshine | 52 ◆ | 37 |
| Big-city amenities | 63 ◆ | 38 |
By the numbers
| Figure | Lincoln | Oshkosh |
|---|---|---|
| Typical home value | $304K | $305K |
| Typical rent | $1,344/mo | $1,180/mo |
| Average temperature | 10.9°C | 7.4°C |
| Sunshine (solar) | 4.31 kWh/m²/day | 3.81 kWh/m²/day |
| Metro size rank | #154 | #257 |
Home & rent Zillow, May 2026 · climate & sunshine NASA POWER climatology. Scores are normalised 0–100 across all metros; higher is better. A research aid, not advice.