Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 42.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.68 |
| Below Poverty | 20.0% ▲ 100% above avg |
| College Grads | 16.4% ▼ 58% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.9% ▲ 21% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 147 (1.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 6,088 (51.2%) |
| Some College | 2,362 (19.9%) |
| Associates | 1,352 (11.4%) |
| Bachelors | 933 (7.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,006 (8.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $47,649 ▼ 38% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $113,925 ▼ 59% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $757/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 9,605 |
| Vacant Units | 1,893 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Lincoln County is located in West Virginia and encompasses 14 ZIP codes spanning 14 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 20,398 residents. With a median age of 42.72, it is a middle-aged county.
Lincoln County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $47,648 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 5.9%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 20.0% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Lincoln County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $113,925 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $757. Homeownership rates are high at 76.3%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Lincoln County are primarily White (96.46%). Educational attainment is less-educated — 16.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well below the national average.
Lincoln County, WV is a working-class area in West Virginia. The 14 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25501 | Alkol | 1,230 | $50,024 | $110,800 | — | 0.0% | 21.4% |
| 25506 | Branchland | 5,690 | $45,080 | $86,900 | $786 | 10.8% | 10.8% |
| 25521 | Griffithsville | 1,034 | $57,375 | $95,600 | — | 10.6% | 13.6% |
| 25523 | Hamlin | 2,704 | $58,056 | $130,400 | $689 | 2.8% | 22.6% |
| 25524 | Harts | 2,373 | $39,976 | $87,400 | — | 4.0% | 19.3% |
| 25557 | Ranger | 1,402 | $43,293 | — | $823 | 2.7% | 11.2% |
| 25565 | Spurlockville | 877 | $32,628 | $112,200 | — | 4.9% | 7.3% |
| 25571 | West Hamlin | 1,874 | $53,512 | $125,300 | $720 | 0.4% | 16.8% |