California · Metropolitan Area
Lincoln is a mid-size city in California with a population of 51,629. Residents earn $108,108 per year, which is 44% above the national average.
Based on current data, Lincoln receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Lincoln offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Lincoln is $108,108, which is significantly higher than the national average — 44% above $75,149. This places Lincoln among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. Only 6.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
The median home value in Lincoln is $628,500, making it a premium housing market at 123% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,081 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 5.8x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
Lincoln is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 37 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,011 per 100,000, 48% below the national average.
Educational attainment is solid, with 38.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.
Lincoln enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.
| English Only | 85.2% |
| 9% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 14.8% |
| 10% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $108,108 |
| 44% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $52,006 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,541 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $83,943 |
| Unemployment | 2.3% |
| 36% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 6.2% |
| 50% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 73,284 |
| County GDP | $135,538M |
| Restaurants | 3,301 |
| Healthcare | 4,098 |
| Retail | 3,717 |
| Manufacturing | 761 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,181 |
| 77% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.98% |
| Commute Time | 29.5 min |
| Work from Home | 18.4% |
| Census Median | $628,500 |
| 123% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $636,490 |
| Median List Price | $629,000 |
| Median List Price | $629,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $311 |
| Homes Sold | 70 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 99.2% |
| Price Drops | 26.7% |
| Inventory | 172 |
| Census Median Rent | $2,081 |
| 79% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $2,988 |
| Studio | $1,513 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,647 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,053 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,752 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,165 |
| Owner-Occupied | 83.5% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,181 |
| 77% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 0.98% |
| Obesity | 28.6% |
| 11% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 8.2% |
| Heart Disease | 4.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 27.9% |
| Asthma | 10.3% |
| COPD | 4.6% |
| Stroke | 2.5% |
| Binge Drinking | 18.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 19.5% |
| Depression | 23.2% |
| Mental Distress | 17.8% |
| Physical Distress | 12.2% |
| Insurance Rate | 97.6% |
| Checkup Rate | 70.8% |
| Premature Death | 7,616/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 98.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 4,098 |
| Total Violent | 37.1/100K |
| 90% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 8.7/100K |
| Robbery | 15.3/100K |
| Assault | 13.1/100K |
| Total Property | 1,011.1/100K |
| 48% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 270.8/100K |
| Theft | 661.7/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 78.6/100K |
| Arson | 10.9/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 204 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 61.2°F |
| 13% above US avg | |
| January Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 36.1 inches |
| 5% below US avg |
| AQI Median | 48.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 151 ft (46 m) |
| Area | 24.5 sq mi (63.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,105/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.8745°N, 121.2929°W |
| County FIPS | 06067 |
Winner: Democrat by 19.7 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 38.4% |
| 14% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 94.0% |
| School Test Score | 4.69 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 2,105/sq mi |
| Total Area | 24.5 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 23 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 25 |
| Public Libraries | 32 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 4,098 |
| Restaurants | 3,301 |
| Retail Stores | 3,717 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 204 |
| Avg Commute | 29.5 min |
| Work from Home | 18.4% |