Arkansas · Metropolitan Area
Lincoln is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 2,862. Residents earn $59,688 per year, which is 21% below the national average.
Based on current data, Lincoln receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, below-average incomes. Lincoln has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Lincoln is $59,688, 21% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. 13.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
The median home value in Lincoln is $151,000, 46% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,080 per month. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
With 963 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,214 per 100,000, 38% below the national average.
8.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.3/10.
Lincoln enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
| English Only | 86.1% |
| 10% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 13.9% |
| 4% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $59,688 |
| 21% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $27,835 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,148 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $82,693 |
| Unemployment | 3.0% |
| 17% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 13.0% |
| 5% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 7,052 |
| County GDP | $18,160M |
| Restaurants | 651 |
| Healthcare | 753 |
| Retail | 794 |
| Manufacturing | 203 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,885 |
| 11% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.57% |
| Commute Time | 29.5 min |
| Work from Home | 5.9% |
| Census Median | $151,000 |
| 46% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $248,441 |
| Median List Price | $249,950 |
| Median List Price | $249,950 |
| $/Sq Ft | $179 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 99.8% |
| Price Drops | 23.5% |
| Inventory | 17 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,080 |
| 7% below US avg |
| Studio | $630 |
| 1 Bedroom | $671 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $880 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,224 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,240 |
| Owner-Occupied | 57.3% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,885 |
| 11% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.57% |
| Obesity | 37.5% |
| 17% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 10.8% |
| Heart Disease | 6.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 37.4% |
| Asthma | 11.3% |
| COPD | 8.5% |
| Stroke | 3.5% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 30.9% |
| Depression | 26.8% |
| Mental Distress | 20.9% |
| Physical Distress | 16.2% |
| Insurance Rate | 87.4% |
| Checkup Rate | 74.8% |
| Premature Death | 8,081/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 82.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 753 |
| Total Violent | 963.2/100K |
| 153% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 376.9/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 586.3/100K |
| Total Property | 1,214.4/100K |
| 38% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 460.6/100K |
| Theft | 670.0/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 83.8/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 31 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 57.3°F |
| 6% above US avg | |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 53.9 inches |
| 42% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,456 ft (444 m) |
| Area | 2.9 sq mi (7.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 997/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.9488°N, 94.4175°W |
| County FIPS | 05143 |
Winner: Republican by 6.7 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 8.3% |
| 75% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 85.1% |
| School Test Score | 4.27 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 997/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2.9 sq mi |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 10 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 753 |
| Restaurants | 651 |
| Retail Stores | 794 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 31 |
| Avg Commute | 29.5 min |
| Work from Home | 5.9% |