Lincolnton city, Georgia Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Lincolnton city, Georgia Demographics
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As of 2026, Lincolnton city, Georgia has a total population of 1,695, the 321st largest city in Georgia, with a median household income of $40,372, which is 46% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 15.6%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 46% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.8%.

Lincolnton city Quick Facts

Population 1,695

Median Household Income $40,372

Median Home Value $212,600

Poverty Rate 15.6%

Unemployment Rate 1.8%

Median Age 57.5 years

Homeownership Rate 57.9%

Affordability Ratio 5.3x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 20.8%

High School Graduation Rate 86.7%

Diversity Index 55/100

Population 1,695 321st of 670

Median Income $40,372 bottom 30%

Poverty Rate 15.6% 26% higher national

Median Home Value $212,600 above average

How Lincolnton city Compares

Median Household Income

Lincolnton city

$40,372

$74,664

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Lincolnton city

$212,600

$272,900

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 38.3%

$25K-$50K 25.7%

$50K-$100K 13.2%

$100K+ 22.8%

Employment

1.8% Unemployment Rate State: 5.1% | National: 5.2%

43.2% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 57.9%

Renter 42.1%

Affordability Index Expensive

5.3x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

18.1%

18-34

13.8%

35-54

16.1%

55-74

39.2%

75+

12.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

High Diversity

A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.

State average: 64 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Lincolnton city Rankings in Georgia

#321 Population of 670

#476 Median Income of 670

#259 Education of 670

#206 Home Value of 670

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Cities Similar to Lincolnton city

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Berry College CDP	1,712	N/A	N/A	88.9%	0.0%
Blue Ridge city	1,688	$45,938	$258,700	22.3%	19.8%
Ludowici city	1,822	N/A	$202,700	11.9%	28.7%
Moody AFB CDP	1,570	N/A	N/A	18.8%	52.4%
Chester town	1,708	$47,500	$78,300	6.0%	36.2%

Population Overview

Lincolnton city is a small community located in Georgia. The total population is 1,695. It ranks as the 321st most populous out of 670 cities and towns in Georgia.

Age Demographics

The median age in Lincolnton city is 57.5 years. This is 54% higher than the state median of 37.4 years. 12.9% 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 Lincolnton city is $40,372. This is 46% lower than the state median of $74,664. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 49% lower. The poverty rate stands at 15.6%. This is 16% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.5%. The unemployment rate is 1.8%. This is 65% lower than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $212,600. Housing costs are 22% lower than the state median of $272,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.3x. 57.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 11% lower than the state average of 65.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Lincolnton city is White (non-Hispanic), making up 48.5% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 45.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population (3.8%) is well below the state average of 10.7%. The Asian population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 4.3%.

Education

20.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 39% lower than the state rate of 34.2%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 86.7%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Lincolnton city, Georgia 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 Georgia state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 670 Census-designated places in Georgia. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Lincolnton city, Georgia?

Lincolnton city, Georgia has a population of 1,695 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Lincolnton city, GA?

The median household income in Lincolnton city is $40,372, which is 49% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Lincolnton city, GA?

The poverty rate in Lincolnton city is 15.6%. This means approximately 259 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Lincolnton city, Georgia?

Lincolnton city's population is 48.5% White, 45.8% Black, 3.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.5% Asian.

What is the median home value in Lincolnton city, GA?

The median home value in Lincolnton city is $212,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.3x.

How educated is Lincolnton city, Georgia?

20.8% of adults (25+) in Lincolnton city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 11.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.