Lincoln, NH
Full City Profile · New Hampshire · Coos County County
Lincoln, NH
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 $56,406 , which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $42,958. The unemployment rate stands at 2.8% (22% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,043 business establishments, including 110 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Lincoln is $283,500 , 1% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $492,343. Median rent is $1,025/month, with 26.7% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 104.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1984.
Safety & Crime
Lincoln reports 0 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 100% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,152/100K.
Education
35.3% of adults in Lincoln hold a bachelor's degree or higher (5% above the national average). 89.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
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 totals 52.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.