Lincoln County, Wyoming Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 11th-largest in Wyoming
The population of Lincoln County, Wyoming is 20,158 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 11th-largest county in Wyoming. The median household income is $86,092, the median home value is $334,500, and the median age is 41.2.
The population of Lincoln County has grown 16.0% since 2010 (18,098 → 21,000), a +1.07% annualized rate.
20,158
Population
+1.07%
Annual growth
5
People / sq mi
$86,092
Median Income
$334,500
Median Home Value
Lincoln County covers 4,075 sq mi of land at 4.9 people per square mile.
About Lincoln County, WY
Lincoln County is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 60.5% of the population. Lincoln County is a county in Wyoming with a population of 20,158. It ranks #11 among counties in Wyoming by population.
Households take in a median $86,092, comfortably above the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 7.2%, below the national 12.4%. A typical home is worth $334,500, with typical rent around $868.
24.1% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average of 35.0%. Around 10.1% of workers work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 25 minutes each way.
The large foreign-born share is a defining thread in Lincoln County, shaping language, household composition, and the labor force behind the economic figures above.
Lincoln County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Lincoln County had a population of 18,098 in 2010 and 21,000 in 2024, a 16.0% growth over 14 years. The peak was 21,000 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 1.07%.
21,000
Population (2024)
18,098
Population (2010)
21,000
Peak (2024)
1.07%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 18,098 |
| 2011 | 18,021 |
| 2012 | 17,957 |
| 2013 | 18,342 |
| 2014 | 18,601 |
| 2015 | 18,788 |
| 2016 | 19,141 |
| 2017 | 19,334 |
| 2018 | 19,537 |
| 2019 | 19,934 |
| 2020 | 19,658 |
| 2021 | 20,174 |
| 2022 | 20,690 |
| 2023 | 20,909 |
| 2024 | 21,000 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 93.5% |
| Black or African American | 0.0% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.8% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
41.2
Median Age
48.5%
Female
51.5%
Male
18.6%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 20.9% · Seniors (65+): 18.6%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $86,092+$11,277 vs state |
| Mean household income | $102,285 |
| Per-capita income | $40,375 |
| Poverty rate | 7.2%+0.1% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 1.3% |
| Employment-to-population | 63.5% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Lincoln County is professional & business services, accounting for 21.3% of workers.
How residents commute
0.5%
Drive alone
3.0%
Carpool
69.9%
Public transit
10.1%
Work from home
24.7 min
Avg commute
Housing
$334,500+$49,400 vs state
Median home value
$868
Median rent
80.1%
Homeownership rate
9,763
Total housing units
80.6%
Occupied
19.4%
Vacant
19.9%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
86.9%
With health insurance
96.3%
With broadband internet
60.5%
Foreign-born
8.1%
Veterans (18+)
14.2%
With a disability
95.0%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
94.6%
High School+
24.1%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Lincoln County, Wyoming has a population of 20,158 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 11th-largest county in Wyoming. Population density is 5 people per square mile.
The population of Lincoln County has grown 16.0% since 2010 (18,098 → 21,000), a +1.07% annualized rate.
The median household income in Lincoln County, Wyoming is $86,092, with mean (average) household income of $102,285 and per-capita income of $40,375. 7.2% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Lincoln County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (93.5%), Hispanic or Latino (1.8%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Lincoln County, Wyoming is 41.2 years. Residents are 48.5% female and 51.5% male.
The median home value in Lincoln County is $334,500 and median monthly rent is $868. 80.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 9,763 total housing units, 19.4% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Lincoln County, Wyoming is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 21.3% of workers. The unemployment rate is 1.3%.
Cheyenne is among the largest cities associated with Lincoln County, Wyoming, with a population of 64,976.
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.