Cost of Living in Lincoln County, NC

What does it cost to live in Lincoln County? Income, housing, and affordability breakdown.

Median Income

$75,672

Median Rent

$928/mo

Median Home

$241,200

Affordability

443

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$1,220
Property Tax$123
Insurance$80

Total Monthly$1,423
% of Income22.6%

Renting

Median Rent$928
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$953
% of Income14.7%

Living in Lincoln County, North Carolina

Lincoln County has a median household income of $75,672 with housing costs that represent 22.6% of income for owners and 14.7% for renters. Housing costs are within the recommended 30% of income threshold.

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County-level data from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2022 5-Year Estimates. Additional sources: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Bureau of Economic Analysis. Estimates are county-level medians. This is not financial advice.