Lincoln, ME

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 3/10
directions_bus Transit 3/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
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
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
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
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
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
2,576 332.4M (US)
Median Age
61.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
42.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
18.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$33,750 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
74.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
14.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$120,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$498 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$628 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
55.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Penobscot County
1
Bangor Metro Area
1
Maine
2

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Penobscot County
3
Bangor Metro Area
3
Maine
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 22 14
Feb 3 20 17
Mar 3 18 27
Apr 4 6 40
May 4 0 53
Jun 4 0 62
Jul 4 0 67
Aug 4 0 65
Sep 4 0 56
Oct 4 1 45
Nov 4 5 35
Dec 4 18 22

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 41% of residents leaning left and 54% leaning right.

Liberal (41%) (55%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 65%
Hillary Clinton 29%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, ME State Senate District 8, ME State House District 28, ME
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Schools

Mattanawcook Jr High School
<1 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Ella P Burr School
1 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Mattanawcook Academy
1 miles, NE • 2.8 star
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Colleges

University of Maine
33 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Eastern Maine Community College
39 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Husson University
40 miles, SW
Beal College
42 miles, SW • 1 star
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Hospitals

Penobscot Valley Hospital
1 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Millinocket Regional Hospital
22 miles, N • 4.1 star
Mayo Regional Hospital
38 miles, W • 4.1 star
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Airports

Bangor International Airport
42 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Portland International Jetport
148 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Manchester Airport
222 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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