Lincoln City city, Oregon Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Lincoln City city, Oregon Demographics
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As of 2026, Lincoln City city, Oregon has a total population of 9,890, the 70th largest city in Oregon, with a median household income of $56,322, which is 30% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 14.3%.

Lincoln City city Quick Facts

Population 9,890

Median Household Income $56,322

Median Home Value $374,400

Poverty Rate 14.3%

Unemployment Rate 6.3%

Median Age 49.9 years

Homeownership Rate 59.0%

Affordability Ratio 6.6x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 28.1%

High School Graduation Rate 90.2%

Diversity Index 40/100

Population 9,890 70th of 419

Median Income $56,322 bottom 30%

Poverty Rate 14.3% 15% higher national

Median Home Value $374,400 average

How Lincoln City city Compares

Median Household Income

Lincoln City city

$56,322

$80,426

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Lincoln City city

$374,400

$454,200

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 23.4%

$25K-$50K 19.3%

$50K-$100K 31.9%

$100K+ 25.4%

Employment

6.3% Unemployment Rate State: 5.4% | National: 5.2%

53.7% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 59.0%

Renter 41.0%

Affordability Index Expensive

6.6x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

15.8%

18-34

16.4%

35-54

24.0%

55-74

35.5%

75+

8.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Moderate Diversity

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

State average: 45 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Lincoln City city Rankings in Oregon

#70 Population of 419

#276 Median Income of 419

#142 Education of 419

#161 Home Value of 419

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Cities Similar to Lincoln City city

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Sweet Home city	9,977	$59,479	$245,700	9.6%	17.4%
Baker City city	10,177	$58,125	$233,500	29.1%	12.8%
Newport city	10,393	$57,213	$404,800	31.1%	17.2%
Florence city	9,483	$52,049	$331,100	24.7%	10.6%
Astoria city	10,162	$70,043	$422,400	29.5%	14.2%

Population Overview

Lincoln City city is a small city located in Oregon. The total population is 9,890. It ranks as the 70th most populous out of 419 cities and towns in Oregon.

Age Demographics

The median age in Lincoln City city is 49.9 years. This is 24% higher than the state median of 40.1 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Lincoln City city is $56,322. This is 30% lower than the state median of $80,426. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 28% lower. The poverty rate stands at 14.3%. This is 20% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.9%. The unemployment rate is 6.3%. This is 18% higher than the state rate of 5.4%. The median home value is $374,400. Housing costs are 18% lower than the state median of $454,200. The home-value-to-income ratio of 6.6x suggests that housing affordability is a significant concern for many residents. 59.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 7% lower than the state average of 63.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Lincoln City city is White (non-Hispanic), making up 76.0% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 13.4%. The Black or African American population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 1.8%.

Education

28.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 22% lower than the state rate of 36.2%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 90.2%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Lincoln City city, Oregon 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 Oregon state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 419 Census-designated places in Oregon. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Lincoln City city, Oregon?

Lincoln City city, Oregon has a population of 9,890 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Lincoln City city, OR?

The median household income in Lincoln City city is $56,322, which is 28% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Lincoln City city, OR?

The poverty rate in Lincoln City city is 14.3%. This means approximately 1,400 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Lincoln City city, Oregon?

Lincoln City city's population is 76.0% White, 0.2% Black, 13.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 3.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Lincoln City city, OR?

The median home value in Lincoln City city is $374,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 6.6x.

How educated is Lincoln City city, Oregon?

28.1% of adults (25+) in Lincoln City city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 10.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.