Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 44.5 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.50 |
| Below Poverty | 9.2% ▼ 8% below avg |
| College Grads | 41.5% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 3.6% ▼ 26% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 752 (1.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 16,435 (28%) |
| Some College | 8,427 (14.3%) |
| Associates | 8,331 (14.2%) |
| Bachelors | 7,721 (13.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 17,111 (29.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $78,523 ≈ Avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $287,536 ≈ Avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $998/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 38,454 |
| Vacant Units | 3,101 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Lincoln County is located in North Carolina and encompasses 6 ZIP codes spanning 5 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 88,963 residents. With a median age of 44.46, it is a middle-aged county.
Lincoln County has a middle-income economic profile. The median household income of $78,523 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 9.2% is near the national average.
Housing in Lincoln County is a mid-range housing market, with a median home value of $287,536 — near the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $998. Homeownership rates are high at 78.0%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Lincoln County are primarily White (81.44%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 41.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Lincoln County, NC is a middle-income area in North Carolina. The 6 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28033 | Crouse | 3,100 | $68,643 | $204,800 | $918 | 3.8% | 22.5% |
| 28037 | Denver | 27,128 | $109,779 | $455,700 | $1,126 | 2.4% | 60.5% |
| 28080 | Iron Station | 8,075 | $76,054 | $231,300 | $1,135 | 4.0% | 32.4% |
| 28092 | Lincolnton | 40,224 | $62,625 | $220,700 | $937 | 4.1% | 33.3% |
| 28168 | Vale | 10,436 | $63,396 | $176,100 | $821 | 4.5% | 36.3% |