Lincoln city, California Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Lincoln city, California Demographics
Creator: U.S. Census Bureau
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As of 2026, Lincoln city, California has a total population of 51,629, the 181st largest city in California, with a median household income of $108,108, which is 12% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 7.7%.

Lincoln city Quick Facts

Population 51,629

Median Household Income $108,108

Median Home Value $628,500

Poverty Rate 7.7%

Unemployment Rate 4.3%

Median Age 43.7 years

Homeownership Rate 83.5%

Affordability Ratio 5.8x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 38.4%

High School Graduation Rate 94.0%

Diversity Index 53/100

Population 51,629 181st of 1,577

Median Income $108,108 above average

Poverty Rate 7.7% 38% lower national

Median Home Value $628,500 above average

How Lincoln city Compares

Median Household Income

Lincoln city

$108,108

$96,334

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Lincoln city

$628,500

$695,400

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 9.2%

$25K-$50K 9.3%

$50K-$100K 26.6%

$100K+ 54.9%

Employment

4.3% Unemployment Rate State: 6.4% | National: 5.2%

54.1% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 83.5%

Renter 16.5%

Affordability Index Expensive

5.8x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

24.1%

18-34

14.7%

35-54

24.5%

55-74

22.1%

75+

14.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Moderate Diversity

Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.

State average: 69 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Lincoln city Rankings in California

#181 Population of 1,577

#436 Median Income of 1,577

#498 Education of 1,577

#548 Home Value of 1,577

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Cities Similar to Lincoln city

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Glendora city	51,350	$111,915	$820,800	39.3%	7.4%
Placentia city	52,384	$110,575	$871,000	43.7%	8.5%
Novato city	52,689	$112,193	$1,007,100	47.4%	9.0%
Diamond Bar city	53,750	$106,602	$867,000	52.7%	9.1%
Hacienda Heights CDP	54,956	$106,620	$778,700	36.0%	11.1%

Population Overview

Lincoln city is a mid-sized community located in California. The total population is 51,629. It ranks as the 181st most populous out of 1,577 cities and towns in California.

Age Demographics

The median age in Lincoln city is 43.7 years. This is 16% higher than the state median of 37.6 years. 14.6% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Lincoln city is $108,108. This is 12% higher than the state median of $96,334. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 38% higher. The poverty rate stands at 7.7%. This is 35% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.0%. The unemployment rate is 4.3%. This is 33% lower than the state rate of 6.4%. The median home value is $628,500. Housing costs are 10% lower than the state median of $695,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.8x. 83.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 50% higher than the state average of 55.8%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Lincoln city is White (non-Hispanic), making up 65.1% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 19.0%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (65.1% vs 34.6%). The Black or African American population (1.5%) is well below the state average of 5.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population (19.0%) is well below the state average of 39.8%. The Asian population (7.2%) is well below the state average of 15.0%.

Education

38.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 5% higher than the state rate of 36.5%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 94.0%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Lincoln city, California is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against California state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,577 Census-designated places in California. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Lincoln city, California?

Lincoln city, California has a population of 51,629 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Lincoln city, CA?

The median household income in Lincoln city is $108,108, which is 38% higher the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Lincoln city, CA?

The poverty rate in Lincoln city is 7.7%. This means approximately 3,972 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Lincoln city, California?

Lincoln city's population is 65.1% White, 1.5% Black, 19.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 7.2% Asian.

What is the median home value in Lincoln city, CA?

The median home value in Lincoln city is $628,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.8x.

How educated is Lincoln city, California?

38.4% of adults (25+) in Lincoln city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 14.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.