Lincoln County, Maine Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 13th-largest in Maine
The population of Lincoln County, Maine is 35,840 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 13th-largest county in Maine. The median household income is $72,026, the median home value is $306,200, and the median age is 51.1.
The population of Lincoln County has grown 6.1% since 2010 (34,384 → 36,491), a +0.43% annualized rate.
35,840
Population
+0.43%
Annual growth
79
People / sq mi
$72,026
Median Income
$306,200
Median Home Value
Lincoln County covers 456 sq mi of land at 78.6 people per square mile.
About Lincoln County, ME
Lincoln County is a county in Maine with a population of 35,840. It ranks #13 among counties in Maine by population. The median age is 51.1, older than the national median. The population is 49.3% male and 50.7% female.
The median household income in Lincoln County is $72,026, near the US median of $74,580. 5.0% of residents live below the federal poverty level. Home values sit at a median of $306,200, with monthly rent averaging $1,003. The homeownership rate of 83.8% is higher than the national rate of 64.8%.
Educational attainment in Lincoln County reflects 40.0% of adults 25 and older holding a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 34.3%. Roughly 11.3% of workers primarily work from home, similar to the national work-from-home rate of 14.2%. The average commute is 23.7 minutes each way.
Lincoln County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Lincoln County had a population of 34,384 in 2010 and 36,491 in 2024, a 6.1% growth over 14 years. The peak was 36,491 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.43%.
36,491
Population (2024)
34,384
Population (2010)
36,491
Peak (2024)
0.43%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 34,384 |
| 2011 | 34,271 |
| 2012 | 34,155 |
| 2013 | 34,091 |
| 2014 | 34,052 |
| 2015 | 33,789 |
| 2016 | 33,992 |
| 2017 | 34,228 |
| 2018 | 34,396 |
| 2019 | 34,685 |
| 2020 | 35,256 |
| 2021 | 36,024 |
| 2022 | 36,263 |
| 2023 | 36,460 |
| 2024 | 36,491 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 94.0% |
| Black or African American | 0.5% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.1% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
51.1
Median Age
50.7%
Female
49.3%
Male
28.8%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 13.7% · Seniors (65+): 28.8%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $72,026+$253 vs state |
| Mean household income | $98,711 |
| Per-capita income | $44,739 |
| Poverty rate | 5.0%-1.5% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 2.0% |
| Employment-to-population | 55.0% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Lincoln County is professional & business services, accounting for 23.6% of workers.
How residents commute
0.2%
Drive alone
2.7%
Carpool
75.4%
Public transit
11.3%
Work from home
23.7 min
Avg commute
Housing
$306,200+$39,800 vs state
Median home value
$1,003
Median rent
83.8%
Homeownership rate
23,810
Total housing units
68.0%
Occupied
32.0%
Vacant
16.2%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
92.5%
With health insurance
93.8%
With broadband internet
41.5%
Foreign-born
11.0%
Veterans (18+)
16.1%
With a disability
97.4%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
94.9%
High School+
40.0%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Lincoln County, Maine has a population of 35,840 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 13th-largest county in Maine. Population density is 79 people per square mile.
The population of Lincoln County has grown 6.1% since 2010 (34,384 → 36,491), a +0.43% annualized rate.
The median household income in Lincoln County, Maine is $72,026, with mean (average) household income of $98,711 and per-capita income of $44,739. 5.0% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Lincoln County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (94.0%), Hispanic or Latino (1.1%), Black or African American (0.5%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Lincoln County, Maine is 51.1 years. Residents are 50.7% female and 49.3% male.
The median home value in Lincoln County is $306,200 and median monthly rent is $1,003. 83.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 23,810 total housing units, 32.0% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Lincoln County, Maine is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 23.6% of workers. The unemployment rate is 2.0%.
Portland is among the largest cities associated with Lincoln County, Maine, with a population of 68,505.
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.