Lincoln Park, MI

Michigan · Metropolitan Area

Lincoln Park is a mid-size city in Michigan with a population of 39,511. Residents earn $57,183 per year, which is 24% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
39,511 Population 6,766/sq mi density
$57,183 Median Income $26,985 per capita
$117,400 Home Value $147,641 Zillow
$972 Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
587 Violent Crime/100K 3,254 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$57,183 median income, 4.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$117,400 home value, $972/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
587 violent crimes/100K (55% above avg)
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $57,183
24% lower than US avg
Home Value $117,400
58% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 587/100K
55% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.3%
66% lower than US avg
Median Rent $972
16% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.7%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.5%
25% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.2%
39% higher than US avg

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

People

Population39,511
Median Age34.9 yrs
Density6,766/mi²
Male / Female51% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 65%

Economy

B
Median Income$57,183
Per Capita$26,985
Unemployment4.5%
Poverty17.2%
County GDP$129,920M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$117,400
Rent$972
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$147,641

Crime

F
Violent587/100K
Property3,254/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault439/100K
Burglary776/100K

Health

Obesity36.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.9%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain35.1 in/yr
Elevation591 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.3%
High School+81.4%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 34% / D 63%
Commute24 min
Libraries57

Is Lincoln Park a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lincoln Park receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Lincoln Park has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lincoln Park is $57,183, 24% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.5%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 17.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lincoln Park is $117,400, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $972 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 587 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,254 per 100,000, 66% above the national average.

Education

11.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Lincoln Park experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.1 inches, including 30.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Lincoln Park has a population of 39,511 with a density of 6,766 people per square mile. The median age is 34.9 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (65.2%), with 2.9% Hispanic, 9% Black.

Population

39,511
Total Population
6,766
People / sq mi
34.9yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
5.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Lincoln Park vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only78.1%
1% below US avg
Spanish21.9%
63% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Lincoln Park vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lincoln Park is $57,183, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 17.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Lincoln Park vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$57,183
24% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,985
Avg Weekly Wage$1,469
IRS Avg AGI$64,888

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.5%
25% above US avg
Poverty Rate17.2%
39% above US avg
Establishments (County)36,727
County GDP$129,920M

Business (County)

Restaurants3,598
Healthcare4,243
Retail5,675
Manufacturing1,388

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,671
91% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.68%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.2 min
Work from Home6.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Lincoln Park is $117,400, 58% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $972 (16% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $147,641.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$117,400
58% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$147,641
Median List Price$164,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$164,900
$/Sq Ft$129
Homes Sold37
Sale-to-List Ratio100.2%
Price Drops29.4%
Inventory51

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$972
16% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,266

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$807
1 Bedroom$891
2 Bedrooms$1,113
3 Bedrooms$1,419
4 Bedrooms$1,588

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied69.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,671
91% above US avg
Effective Rate5.68%
In Lincoln Park, 36.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.9% report depression. 31.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.7%
14% above US avg
Diabetes12.2%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure34.8%
Asthma11.9%
COPD9.5%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.6%
Physical Inactivity31.8%
Depression26.9%
Mental Distress21.8%
Physical Distress16.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.7%
Checkup Rate76.6%
Premature Death12,684/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access96.0%
Healthcare Facilities4,243
Lincoln Park has a violent crime rate of 587 per 100,000 residents, 55% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,254 per 100,000 (66% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent587.1/100K
55% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape21.6/100K
Robbery126.6/100K
Assault439.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,253.5/100K
66% above US avg
Burglary775.7/100K
Theft2,178.9/100K
Vehicle Theft299.0/100K
Arson16.2/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)201

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Lincoln Park has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.5°F
8% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.1 inches
8% below US avg
Snowfall30.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation591 ft (180 m)
Area5.8 sq mi (15.1 km²)
Population Density6,766/sq mi
Coordinates42.2433°N, 83.1813°W
County FIPS26163
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 11.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 29-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 33.7%
D 62.7%

Winner: Democrat by 29 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.3%
66% below US avg
High School+81.4%
School Test Score5.23
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density6,766/sq mi
Total Area5.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries57
Healthcare Facilities4,243
Restaurants3,598
Retail Stores5,675

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)201
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.2 min
Work from Home6.1%

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