Lincolnville, SC

South Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Lincolnville is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 835. Residents earn $36,538 per year, which is 51% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
835 Population 696/sq mi density
$36,538 Median Income $25,854 per capita
$220,600 Home Value $345,240 Zillow
$610 Median Rent
64°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$36,538 median income, 3.4% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.3 / 5.0
$220,600 home value, $610/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $36,538
51% lower than US avg
Home Value $220,600
22% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.0%
50% lower than US avg
Median Rent $610
48% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.5%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.4%
32% higher than US avg

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

People

Population835
Median Age47.6 yrs
Density696/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 37%

Economy

B
Median Income$36,538
Per Capita$25,854
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty16.4%
County GDP$6,706M
Commute35 min

Housing

B
Home Value$220,600
Rent$610
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$345,240

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.8%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain52.7 in/yr
Elevation70 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.0%
High School+82.8%
School Score4.51

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 42%
Commute35 min
Libraries3

Is Lincolnville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lincolnville receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Lincolnville has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lincolnville is $36,538, 51% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 16.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lincolnville is $220,600, 22% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $610 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 6x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

17.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Lincolnville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Lincolnville has a population of 835 with a density of 696 people per square mile. The median age is 47.6 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (49.9%), with 37.2% White, 1.8% Hispanic.

Population

835
Total Population
696
People / sq mi
47.6yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.1%
Female 50.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Lincolnville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.5%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.5%
59% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lincolnville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lincolnville is $36,538, which is 51% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Lincolnville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$36,538
51% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,854
Avg Weekly Wage$1,030
IRS Avg AGI$68,380

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below US avg
Poverty Rate16.4%
32% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,549
County GDP$6,706M

Business (County)

Restaurants263
Healthcare301
Retail351
Manufacturing99

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,432
2% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.56%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.0 min
Work from Home6.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Lincolnville is $220,600, 22% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $610 (48% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $345,240.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$220,600
22% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$345,240

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$610
48% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$928
1 Bedroom$982
2 Bedrooms$1,155
3 Bedrooms$1,450
4 Bedrooms$1,699

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied57.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,432
2% below US avg
Effective Rate1.56%
In Lincolnville, 36.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.8% report depression. 27.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.5%
14% above US avg
Diabetes14.3%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure35.6%
Asthma10.0%
COPD6.9%
Stroke4.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.0%
Physical Inactivity27.3%
Depression21.8%
Mental Distress17.7%
Physical Distress13.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate76.1%
Checkup Rate78.7%
Premature Death8,693/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access65.0%
Healthcare Facilities301

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)19

Safety Score

Lincolnville has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average63.8°F
18% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.7 inches
39% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation70 ft (21 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density696/sq mi
Coordinates33.0079°N, 80.1555°W
County FIPS45035
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 17.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 14.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.4%
D 41.8%

Winner: Republican by 14.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.0%
50% below US avg
High School+82.8%
School Test Score4.51
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density696/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities301
Restaurants263
Retail Stores351

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)19

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.0 min
Work from Home6.9%

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