Lincoln, VT

Vermont

Lincoln is a small town in Vermont with a population of 290. Residents earn $78,125 per year, which is 4% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
290 Population 123/sq mi density
$78,125 Median Income $38,159 per capita
$328,800 Home Value $436,450 Zillow
$845 Median Rent 24.2% income on rent
41°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$78,125 median income, 5.8% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$328,800 home value, $845/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $78,125
4% higher than US avg
Home Value $328,800
17% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.1%
4% higher than US avg
Median Rent $845
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.2%
12% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.8%
61% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.7%
54% lower than US avg

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

People

Population290
Median Age54.7 yrs
Density123/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans8.5%

Economy

A
Median Income$78,125
Per Capita$38,159
Unemployment5.8%
Poverty5.7%
County GDP$5,191M
Commute27 min

Housing

A
Home Value$328,800
Rent$845
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$436,450
Rent Burden24.2%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity28.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.5%
Heart Disease4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F
AQI31 (Good)
Rain49.4 in/yr
Elevation985 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.1%
High School+87.9%
School Score6.02

Community

2024 VoteR 27% / D 70%
Commute27 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries13

Is Lincoln a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lincoln receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Lincoln stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lincoln is $78,125, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lincoln is $328,800, 17% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $845 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 87.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Lincoln has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.4 inches, including 112.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 31.

Lincoln has a population of 290 with a density of 123 people per square mile. The median age is 54.7 years, 41% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

290
Total Population
123
People / sq mi
54.7yrs
Median Age
41% above US avg
2.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.3%
Female 51.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Lincoln vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.6%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.4%
60% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lincoln vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lincoln is $78,125, which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Lincoln vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$78,125
4% above US avg
Per Capita Income$38,159
Avg Weekly Wage$1,304
IRS Avg AGI$78,280

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.8%
61% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.7%
54% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,178
County GDP$5,191M

Business (County)

Restaurants162
Healthcare223
Retail321
Manufacturing121

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,221
135% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.50%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.5 min
Drive Alone82.3%
Public Transit2.8%
Work from Home7.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Lincoln is $328,800, 17% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $845 (27% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $436,450.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$328,800
17% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$436,450

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$845
27% below US avg
Rent Burden24.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,124
1 Bedroom$1,203
2 Bedrooms$1,487
3 Bedrooms$1,922
4 Bedrooms$2,111

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,221
135% above US avg
Effective Rate2.50%
In Lincoln, 28.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 27.5% report depression. 17.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.2%
12% below US avg
Diabetes6.6%
Heart Disease4.5%
High Blood Pressure26.6%
Asthma11.6%
COPD5.2%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.0%
Physical Inactivity17.8%
Depression27.5%
Mental Distress17.3%
Physical Distress11.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.9%
Checkup Rate75.5%
Premature Death7,124/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access74.1%
Healthcare Facilities223

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Lincoln has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 31.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average41.2°F
24% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.4 inches
30% above US avg
Snowfall112.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median31.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation985 ft (300 m)
Area2.4 sq mi (6.1 km²)
Population Density123/sq mi
Coordinates44.1027°N, 72.9938°W
County FIPS50023
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 35.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (4% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 43.4-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 26.6%
D 70%

Winner: Democrat by 43.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.1%
4% above US avg
High School+87.9%
School Test Score6.02
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density123/sq mi
Total Area2.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities223
Restaurants162
Retail Stores321

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.5 min
Drive Alone82.3%
Public Transit2.8%
Work from Home7.1%

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