Lincoln County, Missouri Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 18th-largest in Missouri
The population of Lincoln County, Missouri is 61,636 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 18th-largest county in Missouri. The median household income is $85,276, the median home value is $224,800, and the median age is 37.5.
The population of Lincoln County has grown 25.1% since 2010 (52,673 → 65,888), a +1.61% annualized rate.
61,636
Population
+1.61%
Annual growth
98
People / sq mi
$85,276
Median Income
$224,800
Median Home Value
Lincoln County covers 627 sq mi of land at 98.4 people per square mile.
About Lincoln County, MO
What sets Lincoln County apart is money: median household income runs $85,276, above the US median of $78,538. Lincoln County is a county in Missouri with a population of 61,636. It ranks #18 among counties in Missouri by population.
Median household income is $85,276, above the US median of $78,538. Only 6.9% of residents live in poverty, below the national 12.4%. The median home value is $224,800, with typical rent around $972.
18.4% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average of 35.0%. Around 6.6% of workers work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 32 minutes each way.
Taken together, the income and housing figures place Lincoln County firmly in the higher-cost, higher-earning tier of US counties — a profile that tends to track dense job markets and competitive housing.
Lincoln County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Lincoln County had a population of 52,673 in 2010 and 65,888 in 2024, a 25.1% growth over 14 years. The peak was 65,888 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 1.62%.
65,888
Population (2024)
52,673
Population (2010)
65,888
Peak (2024)
1.62%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 52,673 |
| 2011 | 53,051 |
| 2012 | 53,267 |
| 2013 | 53,784 |
| 2014 | 54,167 |
| 2015 | 54,569 |
| 2016 | 55,146 |
| 2017 | 56,040 |
| 2018 | 57,604 |
| 2019 | 59,040 |
| 2020 | 59,857 |
| 2021 | 61,651 |
| 2022 | 63,184 |
| 2023 | 64,707 |
| 2024 | 65,888 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 92.6% |
| Black or African American | 1.9% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.1% |
| Two or More Races | 0.1% |
Age & Sex
37.5
Median Age
49.6%
Female
50.4%
Male
14.3%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 21.0% · Seniors (65+): 14.3%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $85,276+$16,356 vs state |
| Mean household income | $95,743 |
| Per-capita income | $35,401 |
| Poverty rate | 6.9%-1.5% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 2.0% |
| Employment-to-population | 61.8% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Lincoln County is professional & business services, accounting for 16.6% of workers.
How residents commute
0.3%
Drive alone
2.4%
Carpool
81.4%
Public transit
6.6%
Work from home
32.4 min
Avg commute
Housing
$224,800+$9,200 vs state
Median home value
$972
Median rent
78.3%
Homeownership rate
23,600
Total housing units
95.0%
Occupied
5.0%
Vacant
21.7%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
91.0%
With health insurance
95.4%
With broadband internet
19.5%
Foreign-born
7.5%
Veterans (18+)
15.0%
With a disability
97.6%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
91.1%
High School+
18.4%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Lincoln County, Missouri has a population of 61,636 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 18th-largest county in Missouri. Population density is 98 people per square mile.
The population of Lincoln County has grown 25.1% since 2010 (52,673 → 65,888), a +1.61% annualized rate.
The median household income in Lincoln County, Missouri is $85,276, with mean (average) household income of $95,743 and per-capita income of $35,401. 6.9% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Lincoln County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (92.6%), Black or African American (1.9%), Hispanic or Latino (1.1%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Lincoln County, Missouri is 37.5 years. Residents are 49.6% female and 50.4% male.
The median home value in Lincoln County is $224,800 and median monthly rent is $972. 78.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 23,600 total housing units, 5.0% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Lincoln County, Missouri is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 16.6% of workers. The unemployment rate is 2.0%.
Kansas City is among the largest cities associated with Lincoln County, Missouri, with a population of 508,233.
Lincoln County, MO Climate
Lincoln County, MO has an average annual temperature of 12.1°C (54°F) and receives about 936 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
12.1°C
Avg Temp
936
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -3° / 27° | 42 mm |
| February | 0° / 33° | 46 mm |
| March | 6° / 43° | 80 mm |
| April | 12° / 54° | 95 mm |
| May | 18° / 64° | 107 mm |
| June | 22° / 72° | 93 mm |
| July | 25° / 77° | 93 mm |
| August | 24° / 75° | 81 mm |
| September | 20° / 67° | 83 mm |
| October | 13° / 56° | 71 mm |
| November | 6° / 44° | 81 mm |
| December | 0° / 32° | 64 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, MO
The most comfortable months to visit Lincoln County, MO are typically September, June and August, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 32°C high). The coldest is January (near -8°C low). May is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.