Lincoln County's 2026 population is estimated at 5,504, reflecting a -0.54% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Lincoln County is the 80th largest county in Minnesota. The 2010 population was 5,885 and has grown -6.47% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 45.6 years
Female: 46.2 years
Male: 45 years
There are 4,344 adults, (1,395 of whom are seniors) in Lincoln County.
Female: 2,785 (49.7%)
Male: 2,818 (50.3%)
The racial composition of Lincoln County includes 94.84% White, and smaller percentages for Asian, other race, Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander, Black or African American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 5,314 | 94.84% |
| Two or more races | 177 | 3.16% |
| Asian | 42 | 0.75% |
| Other race | 31 | 0.55% |
| Native American | 21 | 0.37% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 12 | 0.21% |
| Black or African American | 6 | 0.11% |
Lincoln County 's average per capita income is $46,086. Household income levels show a median of $69,694. The poverty rate stands at 11.95%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $93,798 | - |
| Families | $86,791 | $112,251 |
| Households | $69,694 | $90,304 |
| Non Families | $31,780 | $48,240 |
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