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Lincolnville, KS

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Lincolnville is a small town in Kansas with a population of 204. Residents earn $50,000 per year, which is 33% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
204 Population 887/sq mi density
$50,000 Median Income $28,997 per capita
$50,000 Home Value $107,785 Zillow
55°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$50,000 median income, 3.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$50,000 home value
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,000
33% lower than US avg
Home Value $50,000
82% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.7%
71% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.7%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.7%
43% higher than US avg

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

People

Population204
Median Age53.5 yrs
Density887/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans30.8%

Economy

B
Median Income$50,000
Per Capita$28,997
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty17.7%
County GDP$234M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$50,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$107,785
Housing Units103
Rent Burden18.8%

Health

Obesity40.7%
Uninsured11.2%
Smoking17.9%
Depression23.0%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain34.3 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation1,425 ft (434 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.7%
High School+95.2%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 26%
Commute30 min
Broadband88.0%
Libraries4

Is Lincolnville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lincolnville receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Lincolnville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lincolnville is $50,000, 33% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 17.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lincolnville is $50,000, 82% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Lincolnville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Lincolnville has a population of 204 with a density of 887 people per square mile. The median age is 53.5 years, 38% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.6%).

Population

204
Total Population
887
People / sq mi
53.5yrs
Median Age
38% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.4%
Female 46.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Lincolnville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.3%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.7%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lincolnville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lincolnville is $50,000, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Lincolnville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,000
33% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,997
Avg Weekly Wage$770
IRS Avg AGI$63,992

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below US avg
Poverty Rate17.7%
43% above US avg
Establishments (County)168
County GDP$234M

Business (County)

Restaurants13
Healthcare16
Retail23
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,883
11% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate7.77%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.8 min
Drive Alone83.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Lincolnville is $50,000, 82% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $107,785.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$50,000
82% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$107,785

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden18.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$702
1 Bedroom$753
2 Bedrooms$947
3 Bedrooms$1,223
4 Bedrooms$1,397

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied93.2%
Housing Units103
Median Year Built1941

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,883
11% above US avg
Effective Rate7.77%
In Lincolnville, 40.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.2% of residents lack health insurance. 17.9% are current smokers. 23.0% report depression. 28.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.7%
27% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure31.9%
Asthma10.5%
COPD7.2%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.9%
28% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.3%
Physical Inactivity28.5%
Depression23.0%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress13.2%
Short Sleep33.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.8%
Uninsured11.2%
30% above US avg
Checkup Rate72.7%
Dental Visits58.1%
Premature Death9,706/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access53.5%
Healthcare Facilities16
Lincolnville has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.3 inches. The area enjoys 302 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average54.9°F
2% above US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.3 inches
10% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,425 ft (434 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density887/sq mi
Coordinates38.4943°N, 96.9615°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS20127
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 9.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (71% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 46.6-point margin. 88.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.4%
D 25.8%

Winner: Republican by 46.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.7%
71% below US avg
High School+95.2%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.80
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density887/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities16
Restaurants13
Retail Stores23

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.8 min
Drive Alone83.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.2%

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