Lincoln County's 2026 population is estimated at 19,981, reflecting a -0.11% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Lincoln County is the 20th largest county in New Mexico. The 2010 population was 20,451 and has grown -2.3% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 52.4 years
Female: 53 years
Male: 51.5 years
There are 16,855 adults, (6,327 of whom are seniors) in Lincoln County.
Female: 10,242 (50.6%)
Male: 9,982 (49.4%)
The racial composition of Lincoln County includes 69.57% White, 5.44% other race, 3.73% Native American, and smaller percentages for Black or African American, Asian and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 14,070 | 69.57% |
| Two or more races | 3,988 | 19.72% |
| Other race | 1,100 | 5.44% |
| Native American | 755 | 3.73% |
| Black or African American | 205 | 1.01% |
| Asian | 106 | 0.52% |
Lincoln County 's average per capita income is $36,774. Household income levels show a median of $53,303. The poverty rate stands at 19.26%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $76,705 | - |
| Families | $69,986 | $89,841 |
| Households | $53,303 | $73,624 |
| Non Families | $29,860 | $46,652 |
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