Lincoln, MO — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $60,272

20% lower than US avg

Home Value $123,000

56% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 168/100K

56% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 22.4%

34% lower than US avg

Median Rent $784

33% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 38.0%

18% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.9%

75% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 8.4%

32% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,795

Median Age30.7 yrs

Density1,889/mi²

Male / Female45% / 55%

Largest GroupWhite 89%

Veterans4.7%

Economy

Median Income$60,272

Per Capita$19,795

Unemployment0.9%

Poverty8.4%

Commute32 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$123,000

Rent$784

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$201,425

Housing Units488

Rent Burden29.0%

Crime

Violent168/100K

Property2,519/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault168/100K

Burglary420/100K

Health

Obesity38.0%

Uninsured9.8%

Smoking19.4%

Depression27.9%

Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)

AQI42 (Good)

Rain37.0 in/yr

Sunny Days269/yr

Elevation673 ft (205 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+22.4%

High School+89.4%

Graduate+7.4%

School Score5.16

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%

Commute32 min

Broadband80.8%

Is Lincoln a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lincoln receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. 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 $60,272, 20% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. 8.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lincoln is $123,000, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $784 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Lincoln is below the national average at 168 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,519 per 100,000, 29% above the national average.

Education

22.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Lincoln experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 269 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.0 inches, including 6.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Lincoln has a population of 1,795 with a density of 1,889 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles. The median age is 30.7 years, 21% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 55.4% female and 44.6% male. The city is predominantly White (89.3%), with 1.6% Hispanic, 5.6% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.5% of residents. 4.7% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 20.7% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 87.1% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,795

Total Population

1,889

People / sq mi

30.7yrs

Median Age

21% below US avg

1.0mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.6%

Female 55.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Lincoln vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	98.5%
	25% above US avg
Spanish	1.5%
	89% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lincoln vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lincoln is $60,272, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $19,795 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.4% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 90.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes. 2.3% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Lincoln vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$60,272
	20% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$19,795

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.9%
	75% below US avg
Poverty Rate	8.4%
	32% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	31.8 min
Drive Alone	79.2%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	2.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Lincoln is $123,000, 56% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $201,425, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $784 (33% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $995 for a one-bedroom to $1,218 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 488 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1973. 29.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$123,000
	56% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$201,425

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$784
	33% below US avg
Rent Burden	29.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$955
1 Bedroom	$995
2 Bedrooms	$1,218
3 Bedrooms	$1,568
4 Bedrooms	$1,812

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	71.5%
Housing Units	488
Median Year Built	1973

Property Tax

In Lincoln, 38.0% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 10.5% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.0% of residents. 32.3% have high blood pressure. 19.4% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 17.6% report binge drinking. 29.8% are physically inactive, above the national average. 27.9% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.9% experience frequent mental distress. 9.8% of residents lack health insurance.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	38.0%
	18% above US avg
Diabetes	10.5%
Heart Disease	6.0%
High Blood Pressure	32.3%
Asthma	11.3%
COPD	8.4%
Cancer	7.5%
Stroke	3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	19.4%
	39% above US avg
Binge Drinking	17.6%
Physical Inactivity	29.8%
Depression	27.9%
Mental Distress	19.9%
Physical Distress	15.1%
Short Sleep	38.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	87.1%
Uninsured	9.8%
	14% above US avg
Checkup Rate	75.8%
Dental Visits	55.4%

Food & Exercise

Lincoln has a violent crime rate of 168 per 100,000 residents, 56% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 167.9 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 2,519 per 100,000, 29% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 1,931, burglary at 420, vehicle theft at 168 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Lincoln receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	167.9/100K
	56% below US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	0.0/100K
Robbery	0.0/100K
Assault	167.9/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	2,518.9/100K
	29% above US avg
Burglary	419.8/100K
Theft	1,931.2/100K
Vehicle Theft	167.9/100K
Arson	0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

Lincoln experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 269 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 37.0 inches. The area receives 6.0 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42. 85% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 673 feet.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)

Annual Average	53.5°F
	1% below US avg
January Average	27°F (-3°C)
July Average	77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days	269 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	37.0 inches
	3% below US avg
Snowfall	6.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	42.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	84.7%
Unhealthy Days	2

Geography

Elevation	673 ft (205 m)
Area	1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density	1,889/sq mi
Coordinates	39.0605°N, 90.9594°W
Timezone	America/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	27°F (-3°C)	1.7 in	Coldest, Driest
February	32°F (0°C)	1.8 in
March	43°F (6°C)	3.2 in
April	54°F (12°C)	3.7 in
May	63°F (17°C)	4.2 in	Wettest
June	72°F (22°C)	3.6 in
July	77°F (25°C)	3.7 in	Warmest
August	75°F (24°C)	3.2 in
September	67°F (20°C)	3.3 in
October	56°F (13°C)	2.8 in
November	43°F (6°C)	3.2 in
December	32°F (0°C)	2.6 in

Lincoln has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F — from 27°F in January to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 37.0 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.2") and January the driest (1.7").

It is classified as Metro — 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 22.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 34% below the national average of 33.7%. 89.4% have completed high school. 7.4% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.2 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 77.4% of the vote, a 55.9-point margin. 80.8% of households have broadband internet access. 79.2% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.4%

D 21.5%

Winner: Republican by 55.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	22.4%
	34% below US avg
High School+	89.4%
Graduate Degree+	7.4%
School Test Score	5.16

C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1	Metro — 1 million+
Population Density	1,889/sq mi
Total Area	1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	80.8%
Alt Fuel Stations	1

Safety & Disasters

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	31.8 min
Drive Alone	79.2%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	2.3%

Frequently Asked Questions About Lincoln

What is the population of Lincoln?

Lincoln has a population of 1,795 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 1,889 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 30.7 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 55.4% female and 44.6% male.

Is Lincoln expensive to live in?

Lincoln is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 90.8 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $60,272, 20% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $123,000 (56% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $784 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Lincoln safe?

Lincoln is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 168 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,519 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Lincoln receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Lincoln?

Lincoln has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 269 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.0 inches, with 6.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 42.

How is the job market in Lincoln?

The job market in Lincoln is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.9% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 32 minutes, and 2.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Lincoln?

The median home value in Lincoln is $123,000. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $201,425. For renters, the median monthly rent is $784. Fair market rent is $995 for a 1-bedroom and $1,218 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in Lincoln?

Schools in Lincoln score 5.2 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 22.4% of adults in Lincoln hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.4% have completed high school. 7.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Lincoln?

The obesity rate in Lincoln is 38.0% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 19.4% of adults are smokers. 29.8% are physically inactive. 27.9% of residents report depression. 9.8% lack health insurance.

What is transportation like in Lincoln?

The average commute in Lincoln is 32 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 79.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 2.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Lincoln?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Lincoln is 89.3% White, 5.6% Black or African American, 1.6% Hispanic or Latino. 98.5% of residents speak only English at home. 4.7% of the population are military veterans. 20.7% of residents have a disability. 87.1% have health insurance coverage.

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