Lincoln, Illinois Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Lincoln, Illinois is 13,406 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 184th-largest city in Illinois. The median household income is $54,390, the median home value is $111,600, and the median age is 38.4.
The population has declined 10.2% since 2010 (14,533 → 13,047).
13,406
Population
2146
People / sq mi
$54,390
Median Income
$111,600
Median Home Value
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Lincoln covers 6.2 sq mi of land at 2146 people per square mile.
About Lincoln, IL
In Lincoln, home values do the distinguishing — a median of $111,600. Lincoln is a city in Illinois with a population of 13,406.
The typical household earns $54,390, below the US median of $78,538. Roughly 15.1% of residents fall below the poverty line, above the national 12.4%. Housing costs are among the lowest of comparable places: a median home value of $111,600, with typical rent around $804.
College attainment is 18.2%, below the national 35.0%. Most workers commute: only 5.9% work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 19 minutes each way.
Lincoln city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Lincoln city had a population of 14,533 in 2010 and 13,047 in 2024, a -10.2% growth over 14 years. The peak was 14,734 in 2012. Average annual growth rate: -0.76%.
13,047
Population (2024)
14,533
Population (2010)
14,734
Peak (2012)
-0.76%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 14,533 |
| 2011 | 14,490 |
| 2012 | 14,734 |
| 2013 | 14,201 |
| 2014 | 14,087 |
| 2015 | 13,949 |
| 2016 | 13,822 |
| 2017 | 13,753 |
| 2018 | 13,685 |
| 2019 | 13,524 |
| 2020 | 13,245 |
| 2021 | 13,283 |
| 2022 | 13,114 |
| 2023 | 13,042 |
| 2024 | 13,047 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 89.6% |
| Black or African American | 4.8% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.6% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$54,390
Median Household Income
$32,904
Per Capita Income
15.1%
Poverty Rate
2.5%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$111,600
Median Home Value
$804
Median Rent
58.1%
Owner-Occupied
Education
93.5%
High School+
18.2%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.8%
Drive Alone
76.7%
Public Transit
5.9%
Work From Home
18.9 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
16.0%
Foreign Born
96.8%
Non-English at Home
6.5%
Veterans
17.2%
With Disability
96.9%
Health Insurance
93.9%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 27.1% |
| Manufacturing | 10.9% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 7.3% |
| Public Administration | 7.0% |
| Construction | 5.7% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 5.1% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 5.0% |
| Information | 5.0% |
| Retail Trade | 4.1% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 2.8% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.5% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Lincoln, Illinois has a population of 13,406 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 184th-largest city in Illinois.
The median household income in Lincoln, Illinois is $54,390, with 15.1% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Lincoln, Illinois is $111,600, with median monthly rent at $804 and a homeownership rate of 58.1%.
The median age in Lincoln, Illinois is 38.4 years. The population is 51.3% male and 48.7% female.
The population has declined 10.2% since 2010 (14,533 → 13,047).
Lincoln city, IL Climate
Lincoln city, IL has an average annual temperature of 11.1°C (52°F) and receives about 959 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
11.1°C
Avg Temp
959
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -4° / 24° | 42 mm |
| February | -1° / 29° | 41 mm |
| March | 5° / 41° | 79 mm |
| April | 11° / 52° | 93 mm |
| May | 17° / 63° | 111 mm |
| June | 22° / 72° | 101 mm |
| July | 24° / 76° | 103 mm |
| August | 23° / 74° | 94 mm |
| September | 19° / 67° | 84 mm |
| October | 13° / 55° | 71 mm |
| November | 5° / 42° | 73 mm |
| December | -1° / 30° | 67 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Lincoln city, IL
The most comfortable months to visit Lincoln city, IL are typically September, June and August, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 31°C high). The coldest is January (near -9°C low). May is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.