Median Income
$45,912
39% lower than US avg
Home Value
$286,200
2% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
27.7%
18% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$764
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
32.2%
0% lower than US avg
Unemployment
0.6%
83% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
3.2%
74% lower than US avg
How Lincoln Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population868
Median Age56.8 yrs
Density49/mi²
Male / Female56% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Economy
B+
Median Income$45,912
Per Capita$39,307
Unemployment0.6%
Poverty3.2%
County GDP$356M
Commute11 min
Housing
B
Home Value$286,200
Rent$764
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$348,863
Health
Obesity32.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.0%
Heart Disease5.3%
Climate
Avg Temp41°F
AQI49 (Good)
Rain18.8 in/yr
Elevation4,557 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+27.7%
High School+94.6%
School Score5.71
Community
2024 VoteR 75% / D 22%
Commute11 min
Libraries1
Is Lincoln a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Lincoln receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. 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 $45,912, 39% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. Only 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Lincoln is $286,200, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $764 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 6.2x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
Education
27.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Lincoln has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 18.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 49.
Lincoln has a population of 868 with a density of 49 people per square mile. The median age is 56.8 years, 46% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.5%), with 4.6% Hispanic.
Population
56.8yrs
Median Age
46% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.1% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.9% |
| 93% below US avg |
The median household income in Lincoln is $45,912, which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $45,912 |
| 39% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $39,307 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,124 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $78,106 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.6% |
| 83% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 3.2% |
| 74% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 250 |
| County GDP | $356M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 25 |
| Healthcare | 16 |
| Retail | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,515 |
| 0% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.23% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 11.1 min |
| Work from Home | 37.4% |
The median home value in Lincoln is $286,200, 2% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $764 (34% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $348,863.
Home Values
| Census Median | $286,200 |
| 2% above US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $348,863 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $764 |
| 34% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $919 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,067 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,170 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,627 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,892 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,515 |
| 0% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.23% |
In Lincoln, 32.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 27.0% report depression. 19.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Lincoln vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 32.2% |
| 0% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.2% |
| Heart Disease | 5.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 27.4% |
| Asthma | 11.4% |
| COPD | 6.1% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 22.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 19.3% |
| Depression | 27.0% |
| Mental Distress | 19.2% |
| Physical Distress | 13.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 80.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 70.4% |
| Premature Death | 9,728/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 83.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 16 |
Crime Rates: Lincoln vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| FEMA Disasters | 182 |
Safety Score
Lincoln has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation is 18.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 49.
Temperature
22°F Jan (-6°C)
63°F Jul (17°C)
| Annual Average | 41.0°F |
| 24% below US avg |
| January Average | 22°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 18.8 inches |
| 51% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 49.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Good Days % | 50.7% |
| Unhealthy Days | 2 |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,557 ft (1,389 m) |
| Area | 17.6 sq mi (45.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 49/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.9534°N, 112.6715°W |
| County FIPS | 30077 |