Lincoln, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

Lincoln is a small town in Indiana with a population of 167.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
167 Population 1,113/sq mi density
$96,300 Home Value
50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $96,300
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

How Lincoln Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population167
Median Age38.5 yrs
Density1,113/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans96.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$20,567
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$5,497M
Commute17 min

Housing

Home Value$96,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units55

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain41.1 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation788 ft (240 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 31%
Commute17 min
Broadband47.0%
Libraries7

Is Lincoln a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lincoln receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Lincoln stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lincoln is $96,300, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Lincoln experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.1 inches, including 24.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Lincoln has a population of 167 with a density of 1,113 people per square mile. The median age is 38.5 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

167
Total Population
1,113
People / sq mi
38.5yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.7%
Female 41.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Lincoln vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.5%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.5%
44% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lincoln vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lincoln is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Lincoln vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$20,567
Avg Weekly Wage$1,200
IRS Avg AGI$61,076

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,913
County GDP$5,497M

Business (County)

Restaurants201
Healthcare265
Retail328
Manufacturing63

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,758
21% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.86%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Lincoln is $96,300, 66% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$96,300
66% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$882
2 Bedrooms$1,096
3 Bedrooms$1,391
4 Bedrooms$1,590

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied51.1%
Housing Units55
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,758
21% below US avg
Effective Rate2.86%
Lincoln has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.1 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.1°F
7% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.1 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall24.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation788 ft (240 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density1,113/sq mi
Coordinates40.6164°N, 86.2103°W
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Indianapolis
County FIPS18067
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 35.3-point margin. 47.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.7%
D 31.5%

Winner: Republican by 35.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score6.01
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,113/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access47.0%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities265
Restaurants201
Retail Stores328

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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