Lincoln County

As of the latest data, Lincoln County, NC, has a population of approximately 90,000 residents. The racial composition includes 87.7% White, 6.6% African American, 1.3% Asian, and 4.3% Hispanic or Latino. The county's median household income is around $58,000, with 10.3% of the population living below the poverty line. The average household size is 2.6 individuals, and the median age is 41 years. Education attainment shows 88.5% of residents have a high school diploma or higher, while 20.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

As of recent data, Lincoln County, NC, has a median home value of approximately $260,000. The median rent is around $1,200 per month. The housing market has seen a 10% appreciation over the past year. About 72% of residents are homeowners, with 28% renting. New construction activity is robust, particularly in Denver and Lincolnton areas. The average property size is approximately 2,000 sq ft. The market's competitiveness is moderate, with houses typically selling about 5% above list price in 30-45 days.

Lincoln County, NC conducts elections for various local, state, and federal positions. The most recent election data includes county commissioners, school board members, and other local officials. For example, during the 2022 midterms, Lincoln County had a voter turnout of approximately 52%.

Key positions included the Board of County Commissioners where the Republican candidates, Bud Cesena and Jon Masselink, received significant votes, typically around 30% each out of the total votes cast. For the school board, candidates like Cathy Davis and Todd Wulfhorst were prominent, often securing 20-25% of the votes.

Note that the numbers and candidates may vary with each election cycle. For the latest information, refer to the Lincoln County Board of Elections or their official website, especially as the specifics can change with every new election.

As of the latest data, Lincoln County, NC, has about 88.2% of its population aged 25 and older holding at least a high school diploma. Approximately 23.4% have attained a bachelor's degree or higher. Comparatively, the national average for high school graduates is around 88.6%, while 33.1% of the U.S. population holds a bachelor's degree or higher. In North Carolina, the high school graduation rate is approximately 87.8%, and about 31.5% have completed a bachelor's degree or higher. Thus, Lincoln County is close to the national and state averages for high school graduation rates but falls behind both in higher education attainment.

As of the latest data, Lincoln County, NC, has a total labor force of approximately 45,000 people, with an unemployment rate of around 3.7%, which is close to the state average of 3.5% and the national average of 3.6%. Top industries in Lincoln County include Manufacturing, Healthcare, Retail Trade, and Education.

Manufacturing employs over 30% of the workforce, significantly higher than the national average of about 8.5% and the North Carolina average of 10%. Healthcare and social assistance account for roughly 15%, which is lower than the national average of 16% but on par with the state average. Retail trade employs around 12%, similar to both state and national figures.

Lincoln County's high concentration in manufacturing, especially compared to state and national averages, underscores the area's strong industrial base.

As of the most recent data, the average household income in Lincoln County, NC, is approximately $65,000 annually. This figure is slightly below the national average household income, which hovers around $68,700, and also below North Carolina's state average of about $70,000.

Despite falling below both national and state averages, Lincoln County's income levels reflect a modest and growing local economy, influenced by its proximity to larger metropolitan areas like Charlotte. The cost of living in Lincoln County is also generally lower than in more urban areas, which helps offset some of the income disparity.

As of the most recent data, Lincoln County, NC, reports a mixed crime profile. The overall crime rate is approximately 16.21 per 1,000 residents. Violent crime stands at 2.47 per 1,000 residents, while property crime is notably higher at 13.74 per 1,000 residents.

Here's a breakdown of specific crime types:

These numbers suggest a relatively low violent crime rate but a higher incidence of property crimes, necessitating community vigilance and appropriate law enforcement measures.