Lincoln County, Kansas Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Lincoln County is located in Kansas with a total population of 2,924. It is the 81st most populous county out of 105 in Kansas.

Age Demographics

The median age in Lincoln County is 44.1 years. This is 19% higher than the state median of 37.2 years. 10.3% 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 County is $53,546. This is 26% lower than the state median of $72,639. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 32% lower. The poverty rate stands at 11.9%. This is 3% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.5%. The unemployment rate is 1.7%. This is 56% lower than the state rate of 3.9%. The median home value is $92,600. Housing costs are 54% lower than the state median of $203,400. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.7x, Lincoln County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 79.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 18% higher than the state average of 66.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

Lincoln County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 92.1% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 4.2%. The Black or African American population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 5.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population (4.2%) is well below the state average of 13.3%. The Asian population (0.8%) is well below the state average of 2.9%.

Education

21.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 39% lower than the state rate of 35.2%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 96.2%.