What are the schools like in Lincoln, AL?

Lincoln is served primarily by Talladega County. The district operates 7 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, and 5 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 18.8:1.

What is the median household income in Lincoln?

The median household income in Lincoln, AL is $65,042 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 7.4%.

What is the weather like in Lincoln, AL?

Lincoln has an average high temperature of 54.1°F in January and 90.0°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 52.2 inches and annual snowfall averages 0.9 inches.

Lincoln, AL Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Lincoln, AL affordable or expensive?

Lincoln's cost of living index is 93, where 100 represents the national average. This means Lincoln is 7% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $173,000 and the median rent is $997 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Lincoln, AL?

Lincoln has a violent crime rate of 388.3 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 2278.3 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Lincoln, AL a Good Place to Live?

Lincoln is a small town of 6,968 in Alabama, with a median household income of $65,042 and a 7.4% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 93 (US average = 100), which is 7% below the national average.

Strengths: Lincoln stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, short average commutes.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Lincoln is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Lincoln city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 93.0

Lincoln's overall cost of living index is 93.0, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Lincoln costs roughly 7% less than the average American city.

Metric	Lincoln, AL	National Avg
Median Home Value	$173,000	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$997	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	86.1%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$65,042	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Near National Average

Lincoln's violent crime rate is 388.3 per 100,000 residents — 2% higher than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

388.3 /100k

Property Crime

2278.3 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Lincoln is served primarily by Talladega County. The student-to-teacher ratio is 18.8:1 (slightly above the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Lincoln, AL	National Avg
School District	Talladega County	—
Elementary Schools	7	—
Middle Schools	3	—
High Schools	5	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	18.8:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	19.8%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	90.8%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Lincoln sees average highs of 54.1°F in January and 90.0°F in July, with 52.2 inches of annual precipitation and 0.9 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Lincoln, AL
Average High — January	54.1°F
Average High — July	90.0°F
Annual Precipitation	52.2"
Annual Snowfall	0.9"

Demographics

Metric	Lincoln, AL	National Avg
Population	6,968	—
Median Age	40.9	38.9
Unemployment Rate	7.4%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	25.2 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	64.9%	59.3%
Black or African American	26.2%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	4.5%	18.9%
Asian	0.2%	6.3%
Under 18	24.9%	22.2%
65 and over	15.7%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Riverside, AL 5 mi Pell City, AL 8 mi Talladega, AL 10 mi Munford, AL 11 mi Ragland, AL 12 mi

ZIP Codes in Lincoln

Lincoln, AL is covered by 1 ZIP code:

35096

Lincoln vs Other Cities

Lincoln, AL vs Riverside, AL Lincoln, AL vs Pell City, AL Lincoln, AL vs Talladega, AL Lincoln, AL vs Munford, AL Lincoln, AL vs Ragland, AL

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lincoln, AL affordable or expensive?

Lincoln's cost of living index is 93, where 100 is the national average. That makes Lincoln roughly 7% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $173,000 and median rent is $997/month.

What is the crime rate in Lincoln, AL?

Lincoln's violent crime rate is 388.3 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 2278.3 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Lincoln?

Public schools in Lincoln are operated by Talladega County. The district has 7 elementary, 3 middle, and 5 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 18.8:1. 19.8% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Lincoln, AL a good place to live?

Lincoln, AL has a population of 6,968, a median household income of $65,042, and an unemployment rate of 7.4%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Lincoln?

Lincoln averages 54.1°F in January and 90.0°F in July. Annual rainfall is 52.2 inches with about 0.9 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Lincoln?

Lincoln, AL is covered by 1 ZIP code: 35096.

What is the population of Lincoln?

The population of Lincoln, Alabama is 6,968 with a median age of 40.9. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Lincoln?

Key numbers for living in Lincoln: cost of living index 93 (100 = US average), median home $173,000, median household income $65,042, crime index 105 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated C+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Lincoln side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.