Lincolnton, NC
Full City Profile · North Carolina · Lincoln County County
Lincolnton, NC
At a Glance
How Lincolnton Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Lincolnton's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Lincolnton a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Lincolnton residents earn a median household income of $43,294 , which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,039. The unemployment rate stands at 3.4% (6% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 15.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,604 business establishments, including 134 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Lincolnton is $224,600 , 20% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $297,866. Median rent is $920/month, with 29.4% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 94.3 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1972.
Safety & Crime
Lincolnton reports 361 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 5% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,132/100K.
Education
19.4% of adults in Lincolnton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% below the national average). 87.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Lincolnton has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.