Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.8 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.82 |
| Below Poverty | 9.5% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 28.1% ▼ 27% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.8% ▲ 18% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 112 (3.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,152 (37.8%) |
| Some College | 466 (15.3%) |
| Associates | 462 (15.2%) |
| Bachelors | 461 (15.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 395 (13%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $65,172 ▼ 15% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $208,209 ▼ 25% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $865/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 2,052 |
| Vacant Units | 191 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Lincoln County is located in Idaho and encompasses 3 ZIP codes spanning 3 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 5,225 residents. With a median age of 37.75, it is a relatively young county.
Lincoln County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $65,171 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 5.8%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 9.5% is near the national average.
Housing in Lincoln County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $208,209 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $865. Homeownership rates are high at 78.1%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Lincoln County are majority White (65.18%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 28.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Lincoln County, ID is a solidly middle-class area in Idaho. The 3 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.