Lincoln County, Colorado Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 49th-largest in Colorado
The population of Lincoln County, Colorado is 5,561 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 49th-largest county in Colorado. The median household income is $54,257, the median home value is $232,100, and the median age is 40.7.
The population of Lincoln County has grown 2.3% since 2010 (5,471 → 5,598), a +0.16% annualized rate.
5,561
Population
+0.16%
Annual growth
2
People / sq mi
$54,257
Median Income
$232,100
Median Home Value
Lincoln County covers 2,578 sq mi of land at 2.2 people per square mile.
About Lincoln County, CO
The poverty rate is what most separates Lincoln County from the typical county: 3.2% of residents live below the federal poverty line, against 12.4% nationally. Lincoln County is a county in Colorado with a population of 5,561. It ranks #49 among counties in Colorado by population.
Incomes run on the lower side: a median household income of $54,257, below the US median of $78,538. Poverty is among the lowest of comparable US counties, at 3.2% — below the national 12.4%. The median home value is $232,100, with typical rent around $854.
Roughly 25.7% of adults have a bachelor’s, below the national 35.0%. About 11.2% of workers primarily work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 23 minutes each way.
Lincoln County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Lincoln County had a population of 5,471 in 2010 and 5,598 in 2024, a 2.3% growth over 14 years. The peak was 5,694 in 2019. Average annual growth rate: 0.17%.
5,598
Population (2024)
5,471
Population (2010)
5,694
Peak (2019)
0.17%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 5,471 |
| 2011 | 5,420 |
| 2012 | 5,441 |
| 2013 | 5,435 |
| 2014 | 5,503 |
| 2015 | 5,545 |
| 2016 | 5,546 |
| 2017 | 5,526 |
| 2018 | 5,595 |
| 2019 | 5,694 |
| 2020 | 5,661 |
| 2021 | 5,473 |
| 2022 | 5,520 |
| 2023 | 5,498 |
| 2024 | 5,598 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 83.6% |
| Black or African American | 5.7% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 3.1% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
40.7
Median Age
41.0%
Female
59.0%
Male
17.8%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 14.1% · Seniors (65+): 17.8%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $54,257$-38,213 vs state |
| Mean household income | $81,465 |
| Per-capita income | $29,350 |
| Poverty rate | 3.2%-2.7% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 0.8% |
| Employment-to-population | 45.1% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Lincoln County is professional & business services, accounting for 20.5% of workers.
How residents commute
0.2%
Drive alone
1.2%
Carpool
79.8%
Public transit
11.2%
Work from home
22.8 min
Avg commute
Housing
$232,100$-270,100 vs state
Median home value
$854
Median rent
71.1%
Homeownership rate
2,385
Total housing units
82.6%
Occupied
17.4%
Vacant
28.9%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
92.1%
With health insurance
91.2%
With broadband internet
37.2%
Foreign-born
6.6%
Veterans (18+)
16.8%
With a disability
92.4%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
88.1%
High School+
25.7%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Lincoln County, Colorado has a population of 5,561 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 49th-largest county in Colorado. Population density is 2 people per square mile.
The population of Lincoln County has grown 2.3% since 2010 (5,471 → 5,598), a +0.16% annualized rate.
The median household income in Lincoln County, Colorado is $54,257, with mean (average) household income of $81,465 and per-capita income of $29,350. 3.2% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Lincoln County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (83.6%), Black or African American (5.7%), Hispanic or Latino (3.1%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Lincoln County, Colorado is 40.7 years. Residents are 41.0% female and 59.0% male.
The median home value in Lincoln County is $232,100 and median monthly rent is $854. 71.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 2,385 total housing units, 17.4% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Lincoln County, Colorado is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 20.5% of workers. The unemployment rate is 0.8%.
Denver is among the largest cities associated with Lincoln County, Colorado, with a population of 713,734.
Lincoln County, CO Climate
Lincoln County, CO has an average annual temperature of 9.5°C (49°F) and receives about 349 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
9.5°C
Avg Temp
349
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -2° / 29° | 8 mm |
| February | 0° / 32° | 7 mm |
| March | 4° / 39° | 20 mm |
| April | 8° / 47° | 25 mm |
| May | 14° / 56° | 59 mm |
| June | 19° / 66° | 47 mm |
| July | 22° / 72° | 67 mm |
| August | 21° / 71° | 53 mm |
| September | 17° / 62° | 27 mm |
| October | 10° / 50° | 16 mm |
| November | 3° / 37° | 12 mm |
| December | -2° / 29° | 8 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 County, CO
The most comfortable months to visit Lincoln County, CO are typically August, June and July, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 31°C high). The coldest is January (near -10°C low). July is usually the wettest month.
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.