Lincoln County's 2026 population is estimated at 18,733, reflecting a -1.69% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Lincoln County is the 31st largest county in West Virginia. The 2010 population was 21,674 and has grown -13.57% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 44.1 years
Female: 43.9 years
Male: 44.2 years
There are 15,414 adults, (4,180 of whom are seniors) in Lincoln County.
Female: 10,052 (50.5%)
Male: 9,850 (49.5%)
The racial composition of Lincoln County includes 97.01% White, and smaller percentages for Two or more races, Asian, Native American, other race, Black or African American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 19,306 | 97.01% |
| Two or more races | 451 | 2.27% |
| Asian | 103 | 0.52% |
| Native American | 27 | 0.14% |
| Other race | 14 | 0.07% |
| Black or African American | 1 | 0.01% |
Lincoln County 's average per capita income is $42,685. Household income levels show a median of $46,205. The poverty rate stands at 23.16%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $77,500 | - |
| Families | $59,904 | $76,145 |
| Households | $46,205 | $62,576 |
| Non Families | $19,745 | $32,408 |
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