Lincolnton

Lincoln County, North Carolina

Population 93K |Median income $80,016 |1 hospital

Population

92,716

Lincoln County

Median Income

$80,016

+18% vs avg

Median Home Value

$321,000

+41% vs avg

Median Age

44.4

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

93K+18%

Median Income

$80,016+63%

Median Home Value

$321,000+108%

Poverty Rate

11.2%-28%

Unemployment

3.3%-75%

Economics

Median Rent

$1,015/mo

Poverty Rate

11.2% -21% vs avg

Unemployment 3.3%

Bachelor's Degree+ 28.3%

Work From Home 14.3%

Public Transit 0%

Population

White 83.1%

African American 5.9%

Two or More Ethnicities 2.1%

Asian 0.8%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure

37.6%

Obesity

35%

Short Sleep Duration

33.5%

Physical Inactivity

22.9%

Frequent Mental Distress

16.2%

Binge Drinking

15.7%

Current Smoking

14%

Frequent Physical Distress

13%

Diabetes

11.5%

Current Asthma

10.6%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 63%

Annual Checkup 79.7%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance

9.4%

Coronary Heart Disease

Stroke

3.6%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution

★★★★★

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★

Average Rating

4/5

Total Hospitals

With ER

ATRIUM HEALTH LINCOLN

LINCOLNTON · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★★★★☆

Alerts & News — Lincolnton Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central Virginia and North Central North Carolina

NOAA · 28m ago

Bushfire Alerts

Storm and Tree Down Alert Issued for Hume Highway Southbound Exit at Bargo

NSW RFS · 34m ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Alexander, Catawba, Davie, Iredell, and Rowan Counties

NOAA · 35m ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Charlotte Metro and Surrounding North Carolina Counties

NOAA · 36m ago

Air Quality

Air Quality Alert: Mecklenburg County, NC Reaches Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Level

EPA · 1h ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Rutherford, Polk, and Cleveland Counties in North Carolina

NOAA · 1h ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Lincolnton, NC? ▼

Lincolnton, NC has a population of 92,716 people, located in Lincoln County, North Carolina.

What is the median household income in Lincolnton? ▼

The median household income in Lincolnton, NC is $80,016 per year. The poverty rate is 11.2%.

What is the median home value in Lincolnton? ▼

The median home value in Lincolnton, NC is $321,000. Median rent is $1,015/month.

What are the top health concerns in Lincolnton? ▼

The top health indicators in Lincolnton include High Blood Pressure (37.6%), Obesity (35%), Short Sleep Duration (33.5%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Lincolnton? ▼

Lincolnton has 1 hospital with an average rating of 4/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Lincolnton? ▼

The median age in Lincolnton, NC is 44.4 years. 28.3% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Lincolnton, NC is located in Lincoln County, North Carolina. With a population of 93K and a median household income of $80,016, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and obesity. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 4/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Lincolnton area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Lincoln County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.