Lincoln, NH

New Hampshire

Lincoln is a small town in New Hampshire with a population of 938. Residents earn $56,406 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
938 Population 349/sq mi density
$56,406 Median Income $42,958 per capita
$283,500 Home Value $471,353 Zillow
$1,025 Median Rent
44°F Avg Temperature
361 Violent Crime/100K 4,627 property/100K
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$56,406 median income, 1.6% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.8 / 5.0
$283,500 home value, $1,025/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
361 violent crimes/100K (5% below avg)
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,406
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $283,500
1% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 361/100K
5% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.3%
5% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,025
12% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.2%
15% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.1%
83% lower than US avg

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

People

Population938
Median Age53.8 yrs
Density349/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 83%

Economy

A
Median Income$56,406
Per Capita$42,958
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty2.1%
County GDP$1,816M
Commute28 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$283,500
Rent$1,025
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$471,353

Crime

F
Violent361/100K
Property4,627/100K
Murder60.1/100K
Assault120/100K
Burglary541/100K

Health

Obesity27.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.9%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain52.5 in/yr
Elevation1,655 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.3%
High School+89.1%
School Score6.29

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 43%
Commute28 min
EV Stations5
Libraries16

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, 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 $56,406, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. Only 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lincoln is $283,500, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,025 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Lincoln is below the national average at 361 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,627 per 100,000, 136% above the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 89.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.3/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Lincoln has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Lincoln has a population of 938 with a density of 349 people per square mile. The median age is 53.8 years, 38% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.8%), with 1.6% Black.

Population

938
Total Population
349
People / sq mi
53.8yrs
Median Age
38% above US avg
2.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.7%
Female 45.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Lincoln vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only82.9%
6% above US avg
Spanish17.1%
28% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Lincoln vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lincoln is $56,406, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Lincoln vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,406
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$42,958
Avg Weekly Wage$1,027
IRS Avg AGI$66,590

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.1%
83% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,043
County GDP$1,816M

Business (County)

Restaurants110
Healthcare90
Retail143
Manufacturing37

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,944
127% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.80%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.7 min
Work from Home17.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Lincoln is $283,500, 1% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,025 (12% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $471,353.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$283,500
1% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$471,353
Median List Price$549,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$549,000
$/Sq Ft$550
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio95.3%
Price Drops8.8%
Inventory34

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,025
12% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,322
1 Bedroom$1,422
2 Bedrooms$1,851
3 Bedrooms$2,386
4 Bedrooms$2,650

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied74.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,944
127% above US avg
Effective Rate2.80%
In Lincoln, 27.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 25.9% report depression. 19.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.2%
15% below US avg
Diabetes8.0%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure27.9%
Asthma10.9%
COPD6.0%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.1%
Physical Inactivity19.5%
Depression25.9%
Mental Distress17.0%
Physical Distress11.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate79.2%
Checkup Rate71.5%
Premature Death11,270/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access73.2%
Healthcare Facilities90
Lincoln has a violent crime rate of 361 per 100,000 residents, 5% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 4,627 per 100,000 (136% above US avg). The murder rate is 60.1 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent360.6/100K
5% below US avg
Murder60.1/100K
854% above US avg
Rape120.2/100K
Robbery60.1/100K
Assault120.2/100K

Property Crime

Total Property4,627.4/100K
136% above US avg
Burglary540.9/100K
Theft3,846.2/100K
Vehicle Theft240.4/100K
Arson60.1/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Lincoln has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average44.0°F
19% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.5 inches
38% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,655 ft (504 m)
Area2.7 sq mi (7.0 km²)
Population Density349/sq mi
Coordinates44.0605°N, 71.6710°W
County FIPS33007
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 35.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (5% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 13.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.5%
D 42.7%

Winner: Republican by 13.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.3%
5% above US avg
High School+89.1%
School Test Score6.29
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density349/sq mi
Total Area2.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations5
Alt Fuel Stations5
Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities90
Restaurants110
Retail Stores143

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.7 min
Work from Home17.5%

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