Lincoln, AR
Full City Profile · Arkansas · Washington County County
Lincoln, AR
At a Glance
How Lincoln Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Lincoln's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Lincoln a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Lincoln residents earn a median household income of $59,688 , which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,835. The unemployment rate stands at 5.3% (47% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 13.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 7,052 business establishments, including 651 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Lincoln is $151,000 , 46% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $263,332. Median rent is $1,080/month, with 28.1% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 86.9 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1980.
Safety & Crime
Lincoln reports 589 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 55% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 715/100K.
Education
8.3% of adults in Lincoln hold a bachelor's degree or higher (75% below the national average). 85.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Lincoln has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.