Lincoln, ME
Full City Profile · Maine · Penobscot County County
Lincoln, ME
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 $33,750 , which is 55% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,207. The unemployment rate stands at 3.9% (8% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 5,259 business establishments, including 341 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Lincoln is $120,200 , 57% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $229,669. Median rent is $640/month, with 38.5% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 97.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1973.
Safety & Crime
Lincoln reports 0 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 100% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 164/100K.
Education
18.6% of adults in Lincoln hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below the national average). 90.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
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 totals 44.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.