Lincoln, CA Census Data
The 181st largest city in California by population · 188 cities ranked
Lincoln is the 181st largest city in California by population and ranks 70th of 188 for median household income. With 51,629 residents, it has a lower poverty rate than 136 other California cities. This snapshot draws from the 2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates.
Updated: 2026-04-13 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2023
Population
51,629
47.3% male · 52.7% female
Median Age
43.7
5.0 above the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$108,108
$29,570 above the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
38.4%
3.4% above the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 94.0%
Poverty Rate
7.7%
4.7% below the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 2.4%
Broadband Access
98.8%
9.1% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$628,500
Median rent: $2,081 · 84% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
4.3%
Labor force participation: 51.2%
Per Capita Income
$58,367
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
10.5%
Disability rate: 13.5%
How Lincoln Compares to Other California Cities
Rankings among all 188 California cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 181st of 188 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Median Income | 70th of 188 | Top half |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 52nd of 188 | Top half |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 74th of 188 | Top half |
| Highest Home Value | 115th of 188 | Bottom half |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
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Lincoln, CA Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Lincoln, CA?
The population of Lincoln, CA is 51,629 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 43.7 years.
What is the median household income in Lincoln?
The median household income in Lincoln, CA is $108,108, above the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $58,367.
What is the poverty rate in Lincoln?
The poverty rate in Lincoln, CA is 7.7%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 2.4% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Lincoln residents have a college degree?
38.4% of adults (25+) in Lincoln hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 94.0% have at least a high school diploma. The national average for bachelor's degree holders is 35.0%.
What is the median home value in Lincoln?
The median home value in Lincoln, CA is $628,500. Median rent is $2,081 per month, with 84% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Lincoln?
Lincoln's population is 72.3% White, 1.7% Black, 19.0% Hispanic or Latino, and 7.3% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Lincoln rank among California cities?
Lincoln is the 181st largest city in California by population, the 70th highest for median household income, the 52nd lowest for poverty rate, the 74th highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 188 ranked California cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Lincoln?
The unemployment rate in Lincoln, CA is 4.3%, with a labor force participation rate of 51.2%. Per capita income is $58,367.
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