Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 52.8 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.32 |
| Below Poverty | 16.0% ▲ 60% above avg |
| College Grads | 28.5% ▼ 27% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.4% ▲ 11% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 102 (0.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,600 (37.4%) |
| Some College | 2,078 (13.9%) |
| Associates | 2,934 (19.6%) |
| Bachelors | 1,460 (9.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,796 (18.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $51,212 ▼ 33% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $264,883 ≈ Avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $880/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 10,991 |
| Vacant Units | 2,133 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Lincoln County is located in Montana and encompasses 7 ZIP codes spanning 7 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 20,656 residents. With a median age of 52.81, it is a mature county.
Lincoln County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $51,211 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 5.4%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 16.0% is above the national average.
Housing in Lincoln County is a mid-range housing market, with a median home value of $264,883 — near the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $880. Homeownership rates are high at 79.4%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Lincoln County are primarily White (90.81%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 28.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Lincoln County, MT is a working-class area in Montana. The 7 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.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 59917 | Eureka | 5,086 | $61,008 | $295,300 | $1,097 | 6.0% | 30.7% |
| 59918 | Fortine | 518 | $65,500 | $286,500 | $1,295 | 7.5% | 37.4% |
| 59923 | Libby | 9,885 | $45,332 | $241,400 | $726 | 4.9% | 28.2% |
| 59930 | Rexford | 947 | $65,268 | $252,200 | $776 | 17.4% | 28.4% |
| 59934 | Trego | 858 | $91,875 | $301,600 | $863 | 0.0% | 39.4% |
| 59935 | Troy | 3,359 | $37,130 | $278,800 | $975 | 3.7% | 21.5% |