Lincoln County, ME
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Lincoln County Overview
35,466
TOTAL POPULATION
17,538
MALE POPULATION
17,928
FEMALE POPULATION
97.82
MALES / 100 FEMALES
102.22
FEMALES / 100 MALES
51.3
MEDIAN AGE
2.7
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.2
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$43,436
PER CAPITA INCOME
$89,383
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$69,638
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
27.9%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
72.1¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$9,838
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.46
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
17,376
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
57.7%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
3.3%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Lincoln County Area Codes
Race in Lincoln County
The most populous races in Lincoln County are White / Caucasian (33,369 | 94.1%), Two or more Races (1,352 | 3.8%), and Hispanic or Latino (577 | 1.6%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 306 | 0.9% |
| Black / African American | 168 | 0.5% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 577 | 1.6% |
| Native / Alaskan | 163 | 0.5% |
| White / Caucasian | 33,369 | 94.1% |
| Two or more Races | 1,352 | 3.8% |
| Some other Race | 108 | 0.3% |
| Total | 35,466 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Lincoln County
The most populous ancestries reported in Lincoln County are English (9,045 | 25.5%), Irish (5,333 | 15.0%), German (3,706 | 10.4%), French (3,185 | 9.0%), and Scottish (2,313 | 6.5%), together accounting for 66.5% of all Lincoln County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| Albanian | 7 | 0.0% |
| American | 2,210 | 6.2% |
| Apache | 1 | 0.0% |
| Arab | 37 | 0.1% |
| Argentinean | 6 | 0.0% |
| Armenian | 24 | 0.1% |
| Austrian | 28 | 0.1% |
| Belgian | 78 | 0.2% |
| Bhutanese | 34 | 0.1% |
| Brazilian | 5 | 0.0% |
| British | 261 | 0.7% |
| Burmese | 3 | 0.0% |
| Canadian | 77 | 0.2% |
| Celtic | 7 | 0.0% |
| Central American | 13 | 0.0% |
| Cherokee | 20 | 0.1% |
| Chickasaw | 1 | 0.0% |
| Chippewa | 5 | 0.0% |
| Choctaw | 1 | 0.0% |
| Colombian | 1 | 0.0% |
| Croatian | 17 | 0.1% |
| Cuban | 88 | 0.3% |
| Czech | 49 | 0.1% |
| Czechoslovakian | 31 | 0.1% |
| Danish | 65 | 0.2% |
| Dutch | 782 | 2.2% |
| Eastern European | 38 | 0.1% |
| English | 9,045 | 25.5% |
| European | 909 | 2.6% |
| Filipino | 16 | 0.1% |
| Finnish | 366 | 1.0% |
| French | 3,185 | 9.0% |
| French American Indian | 35 | 0.1% |
| French Canadian | 1,110 | 3.1% |
| German | 3,706 | 10.4% |
| Greek | 34 | 0.1% |
| Haitian | 49 | 0.1% |
| Hungarian | 207 | 0.6% |
| Icelander | 1 | 0.0% |
| Indian (Asian) | 158 | 0.4% |
| Inupiat | 11 | 0.0% |
| Irish | 5,333 | 15.0% |
| Italian | 1,691 | 4.8% |
| Jamaican | 96 | 0.3% |
| Japanese | 23 | 0.1% |
| Korean | 66 | 0.2% |
| Latvian | 14 | 0.0% |
| Lebanese | 34 | 0.1% |
| Lithuanian | 204 | 0.6% |
| Macedonian | 6 | 0.0% |
| Mexican | 273 | 0.8% |
| Mexican American Indian | 27 | 0.1% |
| New Zealander | 1 | 0.0% |
| Northern European | 75 | 0.2% |
| Norwegian | 417 | 1.2% |
| Pakistani | 1 | 0.0% |
| Panamanian | 13 | 0.0% |
| Pennsylvania German | 26 | 0.1% |
| Peruvian | 15 | 0.0% |
| Polish | 723 | 2.0% |
| Portuguese | 133 | 0.4% |
| Puerto Rican | 127 | 0.4% |
| Romanian | 5 | 0.0% |
| Russian | 205 | 0.6% |
| Scandinavian | 67 | 0.2% |
| Scotch-Irish | 452 | 1.3% |
| Scottish | 2,313 | 6.5% |
| Sioux | 10 | 0.0% |
| Slavic | 19 | 0.1% |
| Slovak | 22 | 0.1% |
| Slovene | 7 | 0.0% |
| South American | 30 | 0.1% |
| South American Indian | 8 | 0.0% |
| Spaniard | 19 | 0.1% |
| Spanish | 4 | 0.0% |
| Sri Lankan | 71 | 0.2% |
| Subsaharan African | 6 | 0.0% |
| Sudanese | 6 | 0.0% |
| Swedish | 913 | 2.6% |
| Swiss | 109 | 0.3% |
| Syrian | 1 | 0.0% |
| Thai | 55 | 0.2% |
| Ukrainian | 90 | 0.3% |
| Welsh | 559 | 1.6% |
| West Indian | 14 | 0.0% |
| Yugoslavian | 5 | 0.0% | View All 86 Rows |
Immigrants in Lincoln County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Lincoln County came from Europe (328 | 0.9%), Asia (161 | 0.4%), Northern Europe (142 | 0.4%), Western Europe (129 | 0.4%), and Latin America (109 | 0.3%), together accounting for 2.4% of all Lincoln County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 13 | 0.0% |
| Asia | 161 | 0.4% |
| Australia | 3 | 0.0% |
| Austria | 5 | 0.0% |
| Brazil | 17 | 0.1% |
| Cambodia | 8 | 0.0% |
| Canada | 78 | 0.2% |
| Caribbean | 31 | 0.1% |
| Central America | 51 | 0.1% |
| China | 51 | 0.1% |
| Croatia | 4 | 0.0% |
| Czechoslovakia | 6 | 0.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 54 | 0.2% |
| Eastern Europe | 44 | 0.1% |
| England | 45 | 0.1% |
| Europe | 328 | 0.9% |
| France | 34 | 0.1% |
| Germany | 60 | 0.2% |
| Hungary | 15 | 0.0% |
| India | 35 | 0.1% |
| Indonesia | 48 | 0.1% |
| Ireland | 3 | 0.0% |
| Italy | 13 | 0.0% |
| Jamaica | 31 | 0.1% |
| Korea | 3 | 0.0% |
| Latin America | 109 | 0.3% |
| Mexico | 8 | 0.0% |
| Netherlands | 13 | 0.0% |
| Northern Africa | 6 | 0.0% |
| Northern Europe | 142 | 0.4% |
| Norway | 4 | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 3 | 0.0% |
| Panama | 43 | 0.1% |
| Peru | 5 | 0.0% |
| Philippines | 7 | 0.0% |
| Poland | 9 | 0.0% |
| South Africa | 7 | 0.0% |
| South America | 27 | 0.1% |
| South Central Asia | 35 | 0.1% |
| South Eastern Asia | 72 | 0.2% |
| Southern Europe | 13 | 0.0% |
| Sudan | 6 | 0.0% |
| Switzerland | 17 | 0.1% |
| Taiwan | 47 | 0.1% |
| Ukraine | 10 | 0.0% |
| Venezuela | 5 | 0.0% |
| Vietnam | 4 | 0.0% |
| Western Europe | 129 | 0.4% | View All 48 Rows |
Sex and Age in Lincoln County
Sex and Age in Lincoln County
The most populous age groups in Lincoln County are 60 to 64 Years (1,633 | 9.3%) for men and 65 to 69 Years (1,785 | 10.0%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 768 (4.4%) | 731 (4.1%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 962 (5.5%) | 756 (4.2%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 970 (5.5%) | 793 (4.4%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 860 (4.9%) | 742 (4.1%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 792 (4.5%) | 767 (4.3%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 896 (5.1%) | 860 (4.8%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 892 (5.1%) | 933 (5.2%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 752 (4.3%) | 1,013 (5.7%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 1,003 (5.7%) | 783 (4.4%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 1,048 (6.0%) | 1,005 (5.6%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 1,126 (6.4%) | 1,106 (6.2%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 1,203 (6.9%) | 1,297 (7.2%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 1,633 (9.3%) | 1,741 (9.7%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 1,417 (8.1%) | 1,785 (10.0%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 1,362 (7.8%) | 1,328 (7.4%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 908 (5.2%) | 956 (5.3%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 428 (2.4%) | 532 (3.0%) |
| 85 Years and over | 518 (2.9%) | 800 (4.5%) |
| Total | 17,538 (100.0%) | 17,928 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Lincoln County
Median Family Size in Lincoln County
The median family size in Lincoln County is 2.72 persons per family, with single female/mother families (1,476 | 15.2%) accounting for the largest median family size of 2.83 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (625 | 6.4%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.41 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 7,635 (78.4%) | 2.72 |
| Single Male/Father | 625 (6.4%) | 2.41 |
| Single Female/Mother | 1,476 (15.2%) | 2.83 |
| Total Families | 9,736 (100.0%) | 2.72 |
Median Household Size in Lincoln County
The median household size in Lincoln County is 2.20 persons per household, with single female/mother households (1,476 | 9.3%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.21 persons per household. non-family households (6,112 | 38.6%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.19 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 7,635 (48.2%) | 2.74 |
| Single Male/Father | 625 (3.9%) | 2.93 |
| Single Female/Mother | 1,476 (9.3%) | 3.21 |
| Non-family | 6,112 (38.6%) | 1.19 |
| Total Households | 15,848 (100.0%) | 2.20 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Lincoln County
Out of a total of 15,848 households in Lincoln County, 9,736 (61.4%) are family households, while 6,112 (38.6%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 5,557, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 5,168.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 5,168 (32.6%) |
| 2-Person Households | 5,557 (35.1%) | 795 (5.0%) |
| 3-Person Households | 1,908 (12.0%) | 62 (0.4%) |
| 4-Person Households | 1,361 (8.6%) | 87 (0.5%) |
| 5-Person Households | 691 (4.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 151 (0.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 68 (0.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 9,736 (61.4%) | 6,112 (38.6%) |
Female Fertility in Lincoln County
Fertility by Age in Lincoln County
Average fertility rate in Lincoln County is 49.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 88.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 74.3% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 226 (74.3%) | 88.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 78 (25.7%) | 26.0 |
| Total | 304 (100.0%) | 49.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Lincoln County
67.8% of women with births (304) in Lincoln County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 35 to 50 years age bracket with 37.2% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 30.5% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 157 (69.5%) | 69 (30.5%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 49 (62.8%) | 29 (37.2%) |
| Total | 206 (67.8%) | 98 (32.2%) |
Fertility by Education in Lincoln County
Average fertility rate in Lincoln County is 49.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of high school diploma have the highest fertility rate of 78.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of less than high school have the lowest fertility at 19.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of high school diploma represent 41.4% of all women with births.
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 15 (4.9%) | 19.0 |
| High School Diploma | 126 (41.4%) | 78.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 55 (18.1%) | 32.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 65 (21.4%) | 44.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 43 (14.1%) | 67.0 |
| Total | 304 (100.0%) | 49.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Lincoln County
32.2% of women with births in Lincoln County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of less than high school are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 57.1% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 15 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 54 (42.9%) | 72 (57.1%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 55 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 39 (60.0%) | 26 (40.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 43 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 206 (67.8%) | 98 (32.2%) |
Income in Lincoln County
Income Overview in Lincoln County
Per Capita Income in Lincoln County is $43,436, while median incomes of families and households are $89,383 and $69,638 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 35,466 | $43,436 |
| Median Family Income | 9,736 | $89,383 |
| Mean Family Income | 9,736 | $115,828 |
| Median Household Income | 15,848 | $69,638 |
| Mean Household Income | 15,848 | $95,969 |
| Income Deficit | 9,736 | $9,838 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 35,466 | 27.92% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 35,466 | 72.08¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 35,466 | 0.46 |
Earnings by Sex in Lincoln County
Average Earnings in Lincoln County are $36,849, $43,193 for men and $31,132 for women, a difference of 27.9%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 10,011 (52.4%) | $43,193 |
| Female | 9,107 (47.6%) | $31,132 |
| Total | 19,118 (100.0%) | $36,849 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Lincoln County
The most common earnings brackets in Lincoln County are $100,000+ for men (1,182 | 11.8%) and $55,000 to $64,999 for women (831 | 9.1%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 394 (3.9%) | 615 (6.8%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 490 (4.9%) | 409 (4.5%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 261 (2.6%) | 590 (6.5%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 359 (3.6%) | 247 (2.7%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 357 (3.6%) | 425 (4.7%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 158 (1.6%) | 312 (3.4%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 201 (2.0%) | 187 (2.1%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 127 (1.3%) | 318 (3.5%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 228 (2.3%) | 259 (2.8%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 388 (3.9%) | 358 (3.9%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 556 (5.6%) | 598 (6.6%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 613 (6.1%) | 754 (8.3%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 555 (5.5%) | 438 (4.8%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 458 (4.6%) | 582 (6.4%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 540 (5.4%) | 478 (5.2%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 605 (6.0%) | 305 (3.4%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 932 (9.3%) | 831 (9.1%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 663 (6.6%) | 400 (4.4%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 944 (9.4%) | 479 (5.3%) |
| $100,000+ | 1,182 (11.8%) | 522 (5.7%) |
| Total | 10,011 (100.0%) | 9,107 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Lincoln County
Average earnings in Lincoln County are $48,906 for men and $33,583 for women, a difference of 31.3%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $71,731, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $39,116. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $51,895, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $16,563.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $41,050 | $16,563 |
| High School Diploma | $39,116 | $29,550 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $50,811 | $30,709 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $63,019 | $47,827 |
| Graduate Degree | $71,731 | $51,895 |
| Total | $48,906 | $33,583 |
Family Income in Lincoln County
Family Income Brackets in Lincoln County
According to the Lincoln County family income data, there are 2,191 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 22.5% of all families. Conversely, the less than $10,000 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 117 families (1.2%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 117 | 1.2% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 156 | 1.6% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 380 | 3.9% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 448 | 4.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 964 | 9.9% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,811 | 18.6% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,665 | 17.1% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 2,191 | 22.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 1,061 | 10.9% |
| $200,000+ | 944 | 9.7% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Lincoln County
5-person families (409 | 4.2%) account for the highest median family income in Lincoln County with $145,536 per family, while 2-person families (6,027 | 61.9%) have the highest median income of $40,410 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 6,027 (61.9%) | $80,821 |
| 3-Person Families | 1,669 (17.1%) | $103,935 |
| 4-Person Families | 1,431 (14.7%) | $101,288 |
| 5-Person Families | 409 (4.2%) | $145,536 |
| 6-Person Families | 132 (1.4%) | $142,609 |
| 7+ Person Families | 68 (0.7%) | $0 |
| Total | 9,736 (100.0%) | $89,383 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Lincoln County
The median family income in Lincoln County is $89,383, with families comprising 3+ earners (1,022) having the highest median family income of $143,696, while families with 1 earner (3,079) have the lowest median family income of $61,924, accounting for 10.5% and 31.6% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 1,798 (18.5%) | $69,524 |
| 1 Earner | 3,079 (31.6%) | $61,924 |
| 2 Earners | 3,837 (39.4%) | $107,750 |
| 3+ Earners | 1,022 (10.5%) | $143,696 |
| Total | 9,736 (100.0%) | $89,383 |
Household Income in Lincoln County
Household Income Brackets in Lincoln County
With 3,106 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Lincoln County, accounting for 19.6% of all households. In contrast, only 428 households (2.7%) fall into the less than $10,000 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 428 | 2.7% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 666 | 4.2% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 1,125 | 7.1% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 1,300 | 8.2% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 1,791 | 11.3% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 3,106 | 19.6% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 2,187 | 13.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 2,884 | 18.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 1,236 | 7.8% |
| $200,000+ | 1,141 | 7.2% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Lincoln County
The median household income in Lincoln County is $69,638, with the highest median household income of $84,330 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 3,288 households (20.7%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $51,473, with 283 households (1.8%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 283 (1.8%) | $51,473 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 3,288 (20.7%) | $84,330 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 5,912 (37.3%) | $74,292 |
| 65+ Years | 6,365 (40.2%) | $61,938 |
| Total | 15,848 (100.0%) | $69,638 |
Poverty in Lincoln County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Lincoln County
With 8.3% poverty level for males and 10.0% for females among the residents of Lincoln County, 15 year old males and under 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 47 males (34.1%) and 241 females (34.6%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 88 (12.1%) | 241 (34.6%) |
| 5 Years | 11 (5.9%) | 63 (28.4%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 223 (21.7%) | 98 (11.5%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 65 (9.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 15 Years | 47 (34.1%) | 4 (1.7%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 20 (4.7%) | 9 (3.8%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 75 (7.2%) | 176 (17.7%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 169 (9.7%) | 363 (20.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 112 (6.7%) | 110 (6.2%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 158 (7.3%) | 112 (5.3%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 266 (9.4%) | 210 (6.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 121 (4.4%) | 232 (7.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 65 (3.6%) | 144 (6.8%) |
| Total | 1,420 (8.3%) | 1,762 (10.0%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Lincoln County
According to the poverty statistics in Lincoln County, males aged 75 years and over and females aged 12 to 14 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 96.4% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 641 (87.9%) | 456 (65.4%) |
| 5 Years | 176 (94.1%) | 159 (71.6%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 803 (78.3%) | 754 (88.5%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 593 (90.1%) | 448 (100.0%) |
| 15 Years | 91 (65.9%) | 229 (98.3%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 409 (95.3%) | 228 (96.2%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 969 (92.8%) | 818 (82.3%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 1,578 (90.3%) | 1,424 (79.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,567 (93.3%) | 1,676 (93.8%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,009 (92.7%) | 1,999 (94.7%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 2,557 (90.6%) | 2,826 (93.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,655 (95.6%) | 2,848 (92.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,730 (96.4%) | 1,984 (93.2%) |
| Total | 15,778 (91.7%) | 15,849 (90.0%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Lincoln County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Lincoln County show that 2.3% or 176 of the total 7,635 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 57.6%, comprising of 19 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 2.0%, which includes 109 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 5,381 (98.0%) | 109 (2.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 1,785 (97.8%) | 41 (2.2%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 279 (97.6%) | 7 (2.5%) |
| 5 or more Children | 14 (42.4%) | 19 (57.6%) |
| Total | 7,459 (97.7%) | 176 (2.3%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Lincoln County
According to the poverty data in Lincoln County, 4.2% or 26 single-father households and 18.8% or 278 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 23 households (6.3%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 70 households (60.3%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 3 (1.2%) | 13 (1.9%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 23 (6.3%) | 174 (26.5%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 70 (60.3%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 21 (56.8%) |
| Total | 26 (4.2%) | 278 (18.8%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Lincoln County
The poverty data for Lincoln County shows that 176 of the married-couple family households (2.3%) and 304 of the single-parent households (14.5%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 19 households (57.6%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 21 household (56.8%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 109 (2.0%) | 16 (1.7%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 41 (2.2%) | 197 (19.3%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 7 (2.5%) | 70 (56.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 19 (57.6%) | 21 (56.8%) |
| Total | 176 (2.3%) | 304 (14.5%) |
Employment Characteristics in Lincoln County
Employment by Class of Employer in Lincoln County
Among the 16,466 employed individuals in Lincoln County, private company employees (8,615 | 52.3%), not-for-profit organizations (2,083 | 12.7%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (1,979 | 12.0%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 8,615 | 52.3% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 1,261 | 7.7% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 1,979 | 12.0% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 2,083 | 12.7% |
| Local Government Employees | 1,363 | 8.3% |
| State Government Employees | 771 | 4.7% |
| Federal Government Employees | 348 | 2.1% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 46 | 0.3% |
| Total | 16,466 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Lincoln County
According to the labor force statistics for Lincoln County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (30,115), 57.7% or 17,376 individuals are in the labor force, with 3.3% or 573 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 92.2% or 1,437 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 10.1% or 145 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 535 (43.5%) | 42 (7.9%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 1,437 (92.2%) | 145 (10.1%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 1,486 (84.6%) | 42 (2.8%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 1,533 (84.0%) | 8 (0.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 3,054 (86.0%) | 70 (2.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 3,347 (78.1%) | 77 (2.3%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 1,738 (69.5%) | 96 (5.5%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 1,950 (57.8%) | 47 (2.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,880 (31.9%) | 41 (2.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 414 (10.0%) | 14 (3.4%) |
| Total | 17,376 (57.7%) | 573 (3.3%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Lincoln County
According to labor force statistics for Lincoln County, 75.8% of individuals (13,107) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (17,291) are in the labor force, with 2.6% or 341 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 80.3% or 4,767 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 3.4% or 154 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 444 (45.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 4,541 (78.4%) | 197 (3.4%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 3,356 (73.1%) | 133 (2.9%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 4,767 (80.3%) | 107 (1.8%) |
| Total | 13,107 (75.8%) | 450 (2.6%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Lincoln County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Lincoln County are Management (2,339 | 13.9%), Community & Social Service (2,105 | 12.6%), Education Instruction & Library (1,333 | 8.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (952 | 5.7%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (777 | 4.6%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Lincoln County, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (92.2%), Computers & Mathematics (70.8%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (69.8%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education, Arts & Media (80.7%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (79.5%), and Health Technologists (74.9%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 1,309 (56.0%) | 1,030 (44.0%) |
| Business & Financial | 301 (44.4%) | 377 (55.6%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 542 (69.8%) | 235 (30.2%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 208 (70.8%) | 86 (29.2%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 237 (92.2%) | 20 (7.8%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 97 (42.9%) | 129 (57.1%) |
| Community & Social Service | 653 (31.0%) | 1,452 (69.0%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 47 (19.3%) | 197 (80.7%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 52 (54.2%) | 44 (45.8%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 371 (27.8%) | 962 (72.2%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 183 (42.4%) | 249 (57.6%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 195 (20.5%) | 757 (79.5%) |
| Health Technologists | 156 (25.1%) | 465 (74.9%) |
| Total (Category) | 3,000 (43.8%) | 3,851 (56.2%) |
| Total (Overall) | 8,763 (52.2%) | 8,013 (47.8%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Lincoln County are Food Preparation & Serving (803 | 4.8%), Healthcare Support (594 | 3.5%), Cleaning & Maintenance (575 | 3.4%), Security & Protection (358 | 2.1%), and Personal Care & Service (229 | 1.4%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Lincoln County, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (80.7%), Security & Protection (71.5%), and Law Enforcement (62.2%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (88.2%), Healthcare Support (82.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (51.8%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 107 (18.0%) | 487 (82.0%) |
| Security & Protection | 256 (71.5%) | 102 (28.5%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 146 (80.7%) | 35 (19.3%) |
| Law Enforcement | 110 (62.2%) | 67 (37.9%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 387 (48.2%) | 416 (51.8%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 318 (55.3%) | 257 (44.7%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 27 (11.8%) | 202 (88.2%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,095 (42.8%) | 1,464 (57.2%) |
| Total (Overall) | 8,763 (52.2%) | 8,013 (47.8%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Lincoln County are Sales & Related (1,424 | 8.5%), and Office & Administration (1,420 | 8.5%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 686 (48.2%) | 738 (51.8%) |
| Office & Administration | 210 (14.8%) | 1,210 (85.2%) |
| Total (Category) | 896 (31.5%) | 1,948 (68.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 8,763 (52.2%) | 8,013 (47.8%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Lincoln County are Construction & Extraction (1,584 | 9.4%), Farming, Fishing & Forestry (583 | 3.5%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (309 | 1.8%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 519 (89.0%) | 64 (11.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 1,518 (95.8%) | 66 (4.2%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 309 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 2,346 (94.8%) | 130 (5.2%) |
| Total (Overall) | 8,763 (52.2%) | 8,013 (47.8%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Lincoln County are Production (1,049 | 6.2%), Transportation (513 | 3.1%), and Material Moving (484 | 2.9%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 638 (60.8%) | 411 (39.2%) |
| Transportation | 465 (90.6%) | 48 (9.4%) |
| Material Moving | 323 (66.7%) | 161 (33.3%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,426 (69.7%) | 620 (30.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 8,763 (52.2%) | 8,013 (47.8%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Lincoln County
Employment Industries in Lincoln County
The major employment industries in Lincoln County include Health Care & Social Assistance (2,237 | 13.3%), Retail Trade (2,068 | 12.3%), Construction (1,880 | 11.2%), Educational Services (1,819 | 10.8%), and Manufacturing (1,798 | 10.7%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Lincoln County
The Lincoln County industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Construction (93.6%), and Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (85.5%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (81.0%), Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (74.3%), and Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (68.8%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 603 (85.5%) | 102 (14.5%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 44 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 1,760 (93.6%) | 120 (6.4%) |
| Manufacturing | 1,431 (79.6%) | 367 (20.4%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 141 (71.9%) | 55 (28.1%) |
| Retail Trade | 971 (46.9%) | 1,097 (53.0%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 220 (63.2%) | 128 (36.8%) |
| Utilities | 88 (77.9%) | 25 (22.1%) |
| Information | 153 (55.6%) | 122 (44.4%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 288 (44.0%) | 367 (56.0%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 69 (31.2%) | 152 (68.8%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 474 (54.3%) | 399 (45.7%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 373 (57.8%) | 272 (42.2%) |
| Educational Services | 628 (34.5%) | 1,191 (65.5%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 426 (19.0%) | 1,811 (81.0%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 87 (25.7%) | 251 (74.3%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 433 (43.6%) | 559 (56.4%) |
| Public Administration | 372 (46.2%) | 434 (53.8%) |
| Total | 8,763 (52.2%) | 8,013 (47.8%) |
Education in Lincoln County
School Enrollment in Lincoln County
The most common levels of schooling among the 5,868 students in Lincoln County are middle school (1,662 | 28.3%), elementary school (1,326 | 22.6%), and high school (1,066 | 18.2%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 370 | 6.3% |
| Kindergarten | 286 | 4.9% |
| Elementary School | 1,326 | 22.6% |
| Middle School | 1,662 | 28.3% |
| High School | 1,066 | 18.2% |
| College / Undergraduate | 856 | 14.6% |
| Graduate / Professional | 302 | 5.1% |
| Total | 5,868 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Lincoln County
Out of a total of 5,868 students who are enrolled in schools in Lincoln County, 1,567 (26.7%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 4,301 (73.3%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 178 (65.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 321 (83.6% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 96 (35.0%) | 178 (65.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 1,280 (79.9%) | 321 (20.1%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 1,413 (81.2%) | 327 (18.8%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 550 (58.3%) | 393 (41.7%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 253 (78.3%) | 70 (21.7%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 206 (69.1%) | 92 (30.9%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 321 (83.6%) | 63 (16.4%) |
| 35 Years and over | 180 (59.0%) | 125 (41.0%) |
| Total | 4,301 (73.3%) | 1,567 (26.7%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Lincoln County
Education (1,646 | 14.1%), bio, nature & agricultural (1,167 | 10.0%), business (1,129 | 9.7%), science & technology (1,034 | 8.9%), and literature & languages (1,032 | 8.9%) are the most common fields of study among 11,650 individuals in Lincoln County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 389 | 3.3% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 1,167 | 10.0% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 366 | 3.1% |
| Psychology | 634 | 5.4% |
| Social Sciences | 978 | 8.4% |
| Engineering | 616 | 5.3% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 67 | 0.6% |
| Science & Technology | 1,034 | 8.9% |
| Business | 1,129 | 9.7% |
| Education | 1,646 | 14.1% |
| Literature & Languages | 1,032 | 8.9% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 734 | 6.3% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 772 | 6.6% |
| Communications | 336 | 2.9% |
| Arts & Humanities | 750 | 6.4% |
| Total | 11,650 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Lincoln County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Lincoln County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Lincoln County are males with 2 vehicles (4,157, accounting for 48.7%) and females with 2 vehicles (3,520, making up 53.0%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 119 (1.4%) | 132 (1.7%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 1,275 (14.9%) | 1,315 (16.8%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 4,157 (48.7%) | 3,520 (44.9%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 2,037 (23.9%) | 1,884 (24.0%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 716 (8.4%) | 714 (9.1%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 230 (2.7%) | 278 (3.5%) |
| Total | 8,534 (100.0%) | 7,843 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Lincoln County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Lincoln County are 10 to 14 minutes (2,283 commuters, 15.4%), 30 to 34 minutes (2,054 commuters, 13.9%), and 5 to 9 minutes (1,902 commuters, 12.9%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 755 | 5.1% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 1,902 | 12.9% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 2,283 | 15.4% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 1,775 | 12.0% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 1,679 | 11.4% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 1,178 | 8.0% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 2,054 | 13.9% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 467 | 3.2% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 395 | 2.7% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 1,381 | 9.3% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 677 | 4.6% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 233 | 1.6% |
Commute Time by Sex in Lincoln County
The most common commute times in Lincoln County are 10 to 14 minutes (1,225 commuters, 15.7%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (1,058 commuters, 15.2%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 368 (4.7%) | 387 (5.6%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 864 (11.1%) | 1,038 (14.9%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 1,225 (15.7%) | 1,058 (15.2%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 733 (9.4%) | 1,042 (14.9%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 893 (11.4%) | 786 (11.3%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 649 (8.3%) | 529 (7.6%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 1,174 (15.0%) | 880 (12.6%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 287 (3.7%) | 180 (2.6%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 205 (2.6%) | 190 (2.7%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 879 (11.3%) | 502 (7.2%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 400 (5.1%) | 277 (4.0%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 127 (1.6%) | 106 (1.5%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Lincoln County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Lincoln County are 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM (1,193, 15.3%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (1,195, 17.1%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 674 (8.6%) | 340 (4.9%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 751 (9.6%) | 148 (2.1%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 552 (7.1%) | 238 (3.4%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 1,007 (12.9%) | 692 (9.9%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 1,193 (15.3%) | 723 (10.4%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 1,040 (13.3%) | 1,195 (17.1%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 520 (6.7%) | 943 (13.5%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 577 (7.4%) | 788 (11.3%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 283 (3.6%) | 394 (5.7%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 374 (4.8%) | 571 (8.2%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 110 (1.4%) | 340 (4.9%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 81 (1.0%) | 53 (0.8%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 345 (4.4%) | 342 (4.9%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 297 (3.8%) | 208 (3.0%) |
| Total | 7,804 (100.0%) | 6,975 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Lincoln County
Occupancy by Ownership in Lincoln County
Of the total 15,848 dwellings in Lincoln County, owner-occupied units account for 13,122 (82.8%), while renter-occupied units make up 2,726 (17.2%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 13,122 | 82.8% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 2,726 | 17.2% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 15,848 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Lincoln County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 5,168 | 32.6% |
| 2-Person Household | 6,352 | 40.1% |
| 3-Person Household | 1,970 | 12.4% |
| 4+ Person Household | 2,358 | 14.9% |
| Total Housing Units | 15,848 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Lincoln County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 3,667 (71.0%) | 1,501 (29.0%) |
| 2-Person Household | 5,831 (91.8%) | 521 (8.2%) |
| 3-Person Household | 1,662 (84.4%) | 308 (15.6%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 1,962 (83.2%) | 396 (16.8%) |
| Total Housing Units | 13,122 (82.8%) | 2,726 (17.2%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Lincoln County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 586 (79.6%) | 150 (20.4%) |
| High School Diploma | 3,663 (78.7%) | 992 (21.3%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 3,108 (78.4%) | 854 (21.5%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 5,765 (88.8%) | 730 (11.2%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Lincoln County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 1,810 | 11.4% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,761 | 11.1% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,363 | 14.9% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 3,549 | 22.4% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 3,585 | 22.6% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 1,811 | 11.4% |
| 85 Years and Over | 969 | 6.1% |
| Total | 15,848 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Lincoln County
Median Income by Occupancy in Lincoln County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 13,122 (82.8%) | $79,073 |
| Renter-Occupied | 2,726 (17.2%) | $41,830 |
| Average | 15,848 (100.0%) | $69,638 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Lincoln County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 212 (1.6%) | 109 (4.0%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 87 (0.7%) | 13 (0.5%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 302 (2.3%) | 357 (13.1%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 282 (2.1%) | 357 (13.1%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 390 (3.0%) | 103 (3.8%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 1,022 (7.8%) | 282 (10.3%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 1,416 (10.8%) | 370 (13.6%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 2,553 (19.5%) | 556 (20.4%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,935 (14.7%) | 256 (9.4%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 2,632 (20.1%) | 247 (9.1%) |
| $150,000 or more | 2,291 (17.5%) | 76 (2.8%) |
| Total | 13,122 (100.0%) | 2,726 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Lincoln County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 481 (3.7%) | 230 (8.4%) |
| $300 to $499 | 1,350 (10.3%) | 216 (7.9%) |
| $500 to $799 | 2,580 (19.7%) | 284 (10.4%) |
| $800 to $999 | 1,445 (11.0%) | 614 (22.5%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 3,197 (24.4%) | 708 (26.0%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 2,281 (17.4%) | 141 (5.2%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 943 (7.2%) | 60 (2.2%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 394 (3.0%) | 3 (0.1%) |
| $3,000 or more | 451 (3.4%) | 30 (1.1%) |
| Total | 13,122 (100.0%) | 2,726 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Lincoln County
Housing Structures in Lincoln County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 12,496 | 78.8% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 315 | 2.0% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 380 | 2.4% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 579 | 3.6% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 126 | 0.8% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 336 | 2.1% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 1,616 | 10.2% |
| Total | 15,848 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Lincoln County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 11,463 (91.7%) | 1,033 (8.3%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 230 (73.0%) | 85 (27.0%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 79 (20.8%) | 301 (79.2%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 59 (10.2%) | 520 (89.8%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 4 (3.2%) | 122 (96.8%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 47 (14.0%) | 289 (86.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 1,240 (76.7%) | 376 (23.3%) |
| Total | 13,122 (82.8%) | 2,726 (17.2%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Lincoln County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 50 (0.4%) | 174 (6.4%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 396 (3.0%) | 736 (27.0%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 3,806 (29.0%) | 1,227 (45.0%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 5,050 (38.5%) | 435 (16.0%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 3,820 (29.1%) | 154 (5.7%) |
| Total | 13,122 (100.0%) | 2,726 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Lincoln County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 124 (0.9%) | 176 (6.5%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 2,256 (17.2%) | 540 (19.8%) |
| Electricity | 734 (5.6%) | 399 (14.6%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 7,767 (59.2%) | 1,453 (53.3%) |
| Coal or Coke | 49 (0.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 2,110 (16.1%) | 114 (4.2%) |
| No Fuel Used | 82 (0.6%) | 44 (1.6%) |
| Total | 13,122 (100.0%) | 2,726 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Lincoln County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 376 (2.9%) | 474 (17.4%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 3,555 (27.1%) | 1,431 (52.5%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 6,129 (46.7%) | 614 (22.5%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 3,062 (23.3%) | 207 (7.6%) |
| Total | 13,122 (100.0%) | 2,726 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Lincoln County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Lincoln County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 5,534 | 7,588 |
| Median Property Value | $278,500 | $275,600 |
| Median Household Income | $68,141 | $1,495 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $609 | $451 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $2,806 | $26 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Lincoln County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 301 (5.4%) | 175 (2.3%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 300 (5.4%) | 243 (3.2%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 2,393 (43.2%) | 4,003 (52.7%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 1,460 (26.4%) | 2,184 (28.8%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 482 (8.7%) | 588 (7.7%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 274 (5.0%) | 214 (2.8%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 324 (5.9%) | 181 (2.4%) |
| Total | 5,534 (100.0%) | 7,588 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Lincoln County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 190 (3.4%) | 499 (6.6%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 607 (11.0%) | 109 (1.4%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 506 (9.1%) | 367 (4.8%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 720 (13.0%) | 516 (6.8%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,072 (19.4%) | 696 (9.2%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 737 (13.3%) | 1,481 (19.5%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 906 (16.4%) | 1,198 (15.8%) |
| $150,000 or more | 796 (14.4%) | 1,726 (22.8%) |
| Total | 5,534 (100.0%) | 7,588 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Lincoln County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 1,131 (20.4%) | 87,564 (1,154.0%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 818 (14.8%) | 1,787 (23.5%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 765 (13.8%) | 1,896 (25.0%) |
| 4.0x or more | 2,791 (50.4%) | 974 (12.8%) |
| Total | 5,534 (100.0%) | 7,588 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Lincoln County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 401 (7.2%) | 38 (0.5%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 608 (11.0%) | 154 (2.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 4,424 (79.9%) | 1,058 (13.9%) |
| Total | 5,534 (100.0%) | 7,588 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Lincoln County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Lincoln County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 1,725 (90.4%) | 183 (9.6%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 4,003 (92.5%) | 325 (7.5%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 1,738 (85.8%) | 287 (14.2%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 2,844 (83.8%) | 548 (16.2%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,978 (86.0%) | 487 (14.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 3,661 (85.7%) | 612 (14.3%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 5,190 (88.6%) | 669 (11.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 5,838 (99.7%) | 18 (0.3%) |
| 75 Years and older | 3,923 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 31,900 (91.1%) | 3,129 (8.9%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Lincoln County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 1,725 (90.4%) | 183 (9.6%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 4,003 (92.5%) | 325 (7.5%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 1,738 (85.8%) | 287 (14.2%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Lincoln County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 2,462 (84.0%) | 470 (16.0%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 4,496 (84.9%) | 797 (15.1%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 5,736 (89.7%) | 660 (10.3%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 4,940 (92.4%) | 405 (7.6%) |
| $100,000 and over | 14,053 (94.7%) | 787 (5.3%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Lincoln County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 744 (39.0%) | 1,125 (59.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 1,482 (34.2%) | 2,768 (64.0%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 377 (18.6%) | 1,524 (75.3%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 797 (23.5%) | 2,266 (66.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 651 (18.8%) | 2,481 (71.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 758 (17.7%) | 3,217 (75.3%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,411 (24.1%) | 4,204 (71.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 5,713 (97.6%) | 3,551 (60.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 3,845 (98.0%) | 2,754 (70.2%) |
| Total | 15,778 (45.0%) | 23,890 (68.2%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Lincoln County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 24 (3.1%) | 3 (0.4%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 239 (9.6%) | 51 (2.5%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 358 (12.7%) | 249 (8.8%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 1,044 (15.7%) | 721 (10.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 591 (21.3%) | 643 (20.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 826 (46.0%) | 863 (40.6%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Lincoln County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 18 (2.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 6 (0.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 48 (1.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 341 (5.1%) | 165 (2.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 479 (17.3%) | 106 (3.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 628 (35.0%) | 319 (15.0%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 6 (0.8%) | 3 (0.4%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 8 (0.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 4 (0.1%) | 46 (1.6%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 160 (2.4%) | 70 (1.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 48 (1.7%) | 53 (1.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 38 (2.1%) | 141 (6.6%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 215 (8.6%) | 51 (2.5%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 303 (10.8%) | 141 (5.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 356 (5.3%) | 291 (4.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 76 (2.7%) | 166 (5.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 176 (9.8%) | 276 (13.0%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 6 (0.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 10 (0.4%) | 3 (0.1%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 552 (8.3%) | 339 (4.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 328 (11.8%) | 470 (15.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 387 (21.6%) | 532 (25.0%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 41 (1.6%) | 34 (1.7%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 24 (0.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 141 (2.1%) | 99 (1.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 136 (4.9%) | 83 (2.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 141 (7.9%) | 197 (9.3%) |
Technology Access in Lincoln County
Computing Device Access in Lincoln County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 12,901 | 81.4% |
| Smartphone | 12,873 | 81.2% |
| Tablet | 9,360 | 59.1% |
| No Computing Device | 1,108 | 7.0% |
| Total | 15,848 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Lincoln County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 73 | 0.5% |
| Broadband Home | 11,304 | 71.3% |
| Cellular Data Only | 1,187 | 7.5% |
| Satellite Internet | 776 | 4.9% |
| No Internet | 2,285 | 14.4% |
| Total | 15,848 | 100.0% |
Lincoln County Summary
Lincoln County is located in the state of Maine, in the United States of America. It is bordered by Knox County to the east, Waldo County to the south, Sagadahoc County to the west, and Penobscot County to the north. The county seat is Wiscasset. The county was established in 1820 and named after Benjamin Lincoln, a major general in the American Revolutionary War.
Geography
Lincoln County is located in the mid-coast region of Maine, and is part of the Downeast and Acadia regions. It is bordered by Knox County to the east, Waldo County to the south, Sagadahoc County to the west, and Penobscot County to the north. The county has a total area of 1,053 square miles, of which 990 square miles is land and 63 square miles is water. The highest point in the county is Mount Waldo, which has an elevation of 1,890 feet.
The county is home to several rivers, including the Sheepscot River, the Damariscotta River, the Medomak River, and the St. George River. The county also contains several lakes, including Damariscotta Lake, Great Pond, and Round Pond.
Economy
Lincoln County has a diverse economy, with a mix of traditional industries such as fishing, forestry, and agriculture, as well as newer industries such as tourism and technology.
Fishing is an important part of the county’s economy, with the county’s coastal waters providing a variety of seafood, including lobster, clams, and scallops. The county is also home to several fish processing plants, which process and package seafood for sale.
Forestry is also an important part of the county’s economy, with the county’s forests providing timber for lumber and paper products. The county is also home to several sawmills and wood-processing plants.
Agriculture is also an important part of the county’s economy, with the county’s farms producing a variety of crops, including potatoes, corn, and hay. The county is also home to several dairy farms, which produce milk and other dairy products.
Tourism is an increasingly important part of the county’s economy, with the county’s coastal towns and villages attracting visitors from around the world. The county is also home to several state parks, which provide recreational opportunities for visitors.
Technology is also an important part of the county’s economy, with the county’s universities and research centers providing a variety of high-tech jobs.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, the population of Lincoln County was 34,457. The population density was 34.3 people per square mile. The racial makeup of the county was 95.3% White, 0.7% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.7% from other races, and 1.7% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.2% of the population.
The median income for a household in the county was $45,945, and the median income for a family was $54,945. The per capita income for the county was $25,945. About 11.3% of families and 15.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 22.3% of those under age 18 and 8.3% of those age 65 or over.
The largest city in the county is Wiscasset, with a population of 3,732. Other cities and towns in the county include Boothbay Harbor, Damariscotta, Newcastle, and Waldoboro.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Lincoln County?
Total Population of Lincoln County is 35,466.
What is the Total Male Population of Lincoln County?
Total Male Population of Lincoln County is 17,538.
What is the Total Female Population of Lincoln County?
Total Female Population of Lincoln County is 17,928.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Lincoln County?
There are 97.82 Males per 100 Females in Lincoln County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Lincoln County?
There are 102.22 Females per 100 Males in Lincoln County.
What is the Median Population Age in Lincoln County?
Median Population Age in Lincoln County is 51.3 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Lincoln County
Average Family Size in Lincoln County is 2.7 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Lincoln County
Average Household Size in Lincoln County is 2.2 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Lincoln County?
Per Capita income in Lincoln County is $43,436.
What is the Median Family Income in Lincoln County?
Median Family Income in Lincoln County is $89,383.
What is the Median Household income in Lincoln County?
Median Household Income in Lincoln County is $69,638.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Lincoln County?
Income or Wage Gap in Lincoln County is 27.9%.
Women in Lincoln County earn 72.1 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Lincoln County?
Family Income Deficit in Lincoln County is $9,838.
Families that are below poverty line in Lincoln County earn $9,838 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Lincoln County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Lincoln County is 0.46.
How Large is the Labor Force in Lincoln County?
There are 17,376 People in the Labor Forcein in Lincoln County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Lincoln County?
57.7% of People are in the Labor Force in Lincoln County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Lincoln County?
Unemployment Rate in Lincoln County is 3.3%.