Lincoln County's 2026 population is estimated at 5,798, reflecting a 1.76% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Lincoln County is the 49th largest county in Colorado. The 2010 population was 5,471 and has grown 5.98% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 40.9 years
Female: 44.1 years
Male: 40.2 years
There are 4,586 adults, (1,014 of whom are seniors) in Lincoln County.
Female: 2,329 (42%)
Male: 3,221 (58%)
The racial composition of Lincoln County includes 78.31% White, 5.77% other race, 5.48% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for Native American, Asian and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 4,346 | 78.31% |
| Two or more races | 502 | 9.05% |
| Other race | 320 | 5.77% |
| Black or African American | 304 | 5.48% |
| Native American | 73 | 1.32% |
| Asian | 5 | 0.09% |
Lincoln County 's average per capita income is $44,883. Household income levels show a median of $62,861. The poverty rate stands at 9.82%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $90,625 | - |
| Families | $83,203 | $97,588 |
| Households | $62,861 | $76,917 |
| Non Families | $31,284 | $47,423 |
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