Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 50.2 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.16 |
| Below Poverty | 15.8% ▲ 58% above avg |
| College Grads | 40.5% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 5.7% ▲ 17% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 119 (0.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,062 (27.6%) |
| Some College | 1,651 (11.2%) |
| Associates | 2,824 (19.2%) |
| Bachelors | 1,645 (11.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,399 (29.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $58,755 ▼ 23% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $232,439 ▼ 17% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $878/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 17,833 |
| Vacant Units | 8,456 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Lincoln County is located in New Mexico and encompasses 15 ZIP codes spanning 14 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 20,238 residents. With a median age of 50.18, it is a mature county.
Lincoln County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $58,755 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 5.7%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 15.8% is above the national average.
Housing in Lincoln County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $232,439 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $878. Homeownership rates are high at 79.2%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Lincoln County are majority White (60.62%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 40.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Lincoln County, NM is a solidly middle-class area in New Mexico. The 15 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 88312 | Alto | 3,178 | $95,479 | $339,200 | — | 8.3% | 48.1% |
| 88316 | Capitan | 2,319 | $67,788 | $164,800 | $963 | 9.7% | 41.1% |
| 88301 | Carrizozo | 1,269 | $40,268 | $85,000 | $618 | 7.1% | 23.0% |
| 88318 | Corona | 344 | $60,208 | — | — | 9.5% | 39.1% |
| 88336 | Hondo | 399 | $31,000 | — | — | 0.0% | 24.1% |
| 88338 | Lincoln | 254 | $57,331 | — | — | 0.0% | 9.3% |
| 88341 | Nogal | 696 | $100,497 | $239,600 | — | 0.0% | 46.4% |
| 88345 | Ruidoso | 7,747 | $51,008 | $232,400 | $916 | 4.8% | 48.2% |
| 88346 | Ruidoso Downs | 3,087 | $33,250 | — | $826 | 4.8% | 25.5% |
| 88348 | San Patricio | 270 | $82,604 | — | — | 0.0% | 59.3% |