Lincoln, ME

Maine · Metropolitan Area

Lincoln is a small town in Maine with a population of 2,576. Residents earn $33,750 per year, which is 55% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
2,576 Population 347/sq mi density
$33,750 Median Income $28,207 per capita
$120,200 Home Value $210,303 Zillow
$640 Median Rent
43°F Avg Temperature
20 Violent Crime/100K 2,170 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$33,750 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$120,200 home value, $640/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
20 violent crimes/100K (95% below avg)
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $33,750
55% lower than US avg
Home Value $120,200
57% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 20/100K
95% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.6%
45% lower than US avg
Median Rent $640
45% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.5%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.8%
61% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,576
Median Age61.5 yrs
Density347/mi²
Male / Female48% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

B+
Median Income$33,750
Per Capita$28,207
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty4.8%
County GDP$9,643M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$120,200
Rent$640
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$210,303

Crime

F
Violent20/100K
Property2,170/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary257/100K

Health

Obesity39.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression31.2%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F
AQI34 (Good)
Rain44.3 in/yr
Elevation217 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.6%
High School+90.6%
School Score5.75

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 44%
Commute26 min
EV Stations1
Libraries20

Is Lincoln a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lincoln receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Lincoln offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lincoln is $33,750, 55% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. Only 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lincoln is $120,200, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $640 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Lincoln is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 20 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,170 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

18.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Lincoln has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Lincoln has a population of 2,576 with a density of 347 people per square mile. The median age is 61.5 years, 58% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.7%).

Population

2,576
Total Population
347
People / sq mi
61.5yrs
Median Age
58% above US avg
7.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.5%
Female 52.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Lincoln vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.9%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.1%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lincoln vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lincoln is $33,750, which is 55% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Lincoln vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$33,750
55% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,207
Avg Weekly Wage$1,069
IRS Avg AGI$66,997

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.8%
61% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,259
County GDP$9,643M

Business (County)

Restaurants341
Healthcare603
Retail669
Manufacturing149

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,146
47% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.28%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.6 min
Work from Home1.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Lincoln is $120,200, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $640 (45% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $210,303.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$120,200
57% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$210,303
Median List Price$274,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$274,500
$/Sq Ft$157
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio93.3%
Price Drops23.5%
Inventory17

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$640
45% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,222
1 Bedroom$1,280
2 Bedrooms$1,403
3 Bedrooms$1,936
4 Bedrooms$1,943

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied62.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,146
47% above US avg
Effective Rate4.28%
In Lincoln, 39.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 31.2% report depression. 26.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Lincoln vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.5%
23% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure33.6%
Asthma14.0%
COPD8.1%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.4%
Physical Inactivity26.7%
Depression31.2%
Mental Distress22.0%
Physical Distress15.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.9%
Checkup Rate79.7%
Premature Death10,049/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access67.1%
Healthcare Facilities603
Lincoln has a violent crime rate of 20 per 100,000 residents, 95% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,170 per 100,000 (11% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Lincoln vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent19.7/100K
95% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape19.7/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,170.5/100K
11% above US avg
Burglary256.5/100K
Theft1,914.0/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson19.7/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)19

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Lincoln has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-10°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average43.1°F
20% below US avg
January Average15°F (-10°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.3 inches
17% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation217 ft (66 m)
Area7.4 sq mi (19.2 km²)
Population Density347/sq mi
Coordinates45.3627°N, 68.5017°W
County FIPS23019
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 18.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 10.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 54.5%
D 43.6%

Winner: Republican by 10.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.6%
45% below US avg
High School+90.6%
School Test Score5.75
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density347/sq mi
Total Area7.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries20
Healthcare Facilities603
Restaurants341
Retail Stores669

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)19
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.6 min
Work from Home1.6%

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