Lincoln County, Tennessee Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Lincoln County is located in Tennessee with a total population of 35,617. It is the 43rd most populous county out of 95 in Tennessee.

Age Demographics

The median age in Lincoln County is 43.0 years. This is 11% higher than the state median of 38.9 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Lincoln County is $63,115. This is 6% lower than the state median of $67,097. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 20% lower. The poverty rate stands at 12.4%. This is 10% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 3.9%. This is 19% lower than the state rate of 4.7%. The median home value is $209,100. Housing costs are 19% lower than the state median of $256,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.3x. 77.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 15% higher than the state average of 67.0%.

Race & Ethnicity

Lincoln County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 85.2% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 5.8%. The Black or African American population (5.8%) is well below the state average of 15.7%. The Asian population (0.6%) is well below the state average of 1.8%.

Education

19.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 37% lower than the state rate of 30.4%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 87.0%.