Lincoln County, CO

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 9/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
5,561 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
56.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
25.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$54,257 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
82.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$232,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$471 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$706 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
58.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Colorado
4
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Colorado
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 0 6 28
Feb 0 5 30
Mar 1 9 38
Apr 1 8 46
May 2 1 56
Jun 2 0 66
Jul 3 0 72
Aug 3 0 70
Sep 1 0 61
Oct 1 3 49
Nov 0 6 37
Dec 0 6 28

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 22% of residents leaning left and 74% leaning right.

Liberal (22%) (75%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 78%
Hillary Clinton 17%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, CO State Senate District 35, CO State House District 56, CO
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Schools

Genoa-Hugo School
10 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Karval Elementary School
18 miles, SW • 2.8 star
Limon Junior-Senior High School
21 miles, N • 3.2 star

Colleges

CollegeAmerica-Colorado Springs
68 miles, W • 1.4 star

Hospitals

Airports

Pueblo Memorial Airport
72 miles, W • 1 star
Denver International Airport
86 miles, NW • 5 star