Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 52.0 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.22 |
| Below Poverty | 15.6% ▲ 56% above avg |
| College Grads | 38.6% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 7.8% ▲ 58% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 372 (1%) |
| HS Graduate | 8,362 (22.7%) |
| Some College | 5,850 (15.9%) |
| Associates | 7,837 (21.3%) |
| Bachelors | 3,627 (9.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 10,744 (29.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $61,770 ▼ 19% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $386,401 ▲ 39% above avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 6.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,133/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 32,181 |
| Vacant Units | 9,507 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Lincoln County is located in Oregon and encompasses 16 ZIP codes spanning 16 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 50,376 residents. With a median age of 52.04, it is a mature county.
Lincoln County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $61,770 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 7.8%, significantly above the national average. The poverty rate of 15.6% is above the national average.
Housing in Lincoln County is a mid-range housing market, with a median home value of $386,401 — above the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,132. Homeownership rates are high at 70.9%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Lincoln County are primarily White (79.54%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 38.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Lincoln County, OR is a solidly middle-class area in Oregon. The 16 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 97341 | Depoe Bay | 3,194 | $62,917 | $344,700 | $1,316 | 10.7% | 43.4% |
| 97343 | Eddyville | 550 | $100,923 | $374,100 | $1,109 | 0.0% | 29.4% |
| 97388 | Gleneden Beach | 954 | $70,403 | $444,400 | — | 0.0% | 53.9% |
| 97367 | Lincoln City | 11,280 | $58,845 | $388,800 | $1,333 | 5.9% | 38.7% |
| 97364 | Neotsu | 637 | $60,446 | $482,100 | $958 | 1.9% | 8.1% |
| 97365 | Newport | 10,905 | $60,736 | $418,500 | $1,155 | 7.6% | 41.2% |
| 97368 | Otis | 2,768 | $59,267 | $302,200 | $1,123 | 0.0% | 35.3% |
| 97376 | Seal Rock | 1,226 | $59,976 | $411,900 | $948 | 1.1% | 35.4% |
| 97380 | Siletz | 2,116 | $58,333 | $247,700 | $531 | 15.6% | 23.0% |
| 97366 | South Beach | 2,169 | $83,283 | $474,400 | — | 4.6% | 36.8% |
| 97390 | Tidewater | 708 | $70,488 | $413,200 | $756 | 8.2% | 49.0% |
| 97391 | Toledo | 5,944 | $57,793 | $355,100 | $1,046 | 11.4% | 33.0% |
| 97394 | Waldport | 5,251 | $57,708 | $354,400 | $1,104 | 11.9% | 40.4% |
| 97498 | Yachats | 2,141 | $71,213 | $483,900 | $893 | 5.1% | 57.3% |