Lincoln, California Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Lincoln, California is 51,629 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 181st-largest city in California. The median household income is $108,108, the median home value is $628,500, and the median age is 43.7.
The population has grown 30.6% since 2010 (43,099 → 56,268).
51,629
Population
2104
People / sq mi
$108,108
Median Income
$628,500
Median Home Value
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Lincoln covers 24.5 sq mi of land at 2104 people per square mile.
About Lincoln, CA
Homeownership is the standout figure in Lincoln: 83.5% of homes are owner-occupied, higher than the national rate. With 51,629 residents, Lincoln is a city in California.
Households take in a median $108,108, comfortably above the US median of $78,538. Poverty runs at 6.2%, below the national 12.4%. The median home value is $628,500, with typical rent around $2,081.
38.4% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, above the national average of 35.0%. A solid 18.4% of workers are based at home, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 30 minutes each way.
The ownership rate anchors the housing story in Lincoln, and tends to move with the age structure and home-value figures above.
Lincoln city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Lincoln city had a population of 43,099 in 2010 and 56,268 in 2024, a 30.6% growth over 14 years. The peak was 56,268 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 1.93%.
56,268
Population (2024)
43,099
Population (2010)
56,268
Peak (2024)
1.93%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 43,099 |
| 2011 | 43,771 |
| 2012 | 44,240 |
| 2013 | 45,018 |
| 2014 | 45,727 |
| 2015 | 46,286 |
| 2016 | 46,965 |
| 2017 | 47,525 |
| 2018 | 47,862 |
| 2019 | 48,275 |
| 2020 | 49,972 |
| 2021 | 51,319 |
| 2022 | 52,872 |
| 2023 | 54,473 |
| 2024 | 56,268 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 72.3% |
| Black or African American | 1.7% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 3.9% |
| Two or More Races | 0.1% |
Economy & Income
$108,108
Median Household Income
$52,006
Per Capita Income
6.2%
Poverty Rate
2.3%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$628,500
Median Home Value
$2,081
Median Rent
83.5%
Owner-Occupied
Education
94.0%
High School+
38.4%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.6%
Drive Alone
72.6%
Public Transit
18.4%
Work From Home
29.5 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
22.9%
Foreign Born
84.6%
Non-English at Home
10.5%
Veterans
13.5%
With Disability
97.6%
Health Insurance
98.8%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 24.4% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 12.6% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 8.9% |
| Public Administration | 8.1% |
| Information | 7.7% |
| Construction | 6.7% |
| Manufacturing | 5.3% |
| Retail Trade | 4.8% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.3% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2.6% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.7% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Lincoln, California has a population of 51,629 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 181st-largest city in California.
The median household income in Lincoln, California is $108,108, with 6.2% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Lincoln, California is $628,500, with median monthly rent at $2,081 and a homeownership rate of 83.5%.
The median age in Lincoln, California is 43.7 years. The population is 47.3% male and 52.7% female.
The population has grown 30.6% since 2010 (43,099 → 56,268).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.