What are the schools like in Lincoln, VT?

Lincoln is served primarily by Lincoln Town School District. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and several high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 16.9:1.

What is the median household income in Lincoln?

The median household income in Lincoln, VT is $54,286 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 8.9%.

What is the weather like in Lincoln, VT?

Lincoln has an average high temperature of 25.5°F in January and 75.5°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 49.4 inches and annual snowfall averages 112.5 inches.

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

Q: Is Lincoln, VT affordable or expensive?

Lincoln's cost of living index is 96, where 100 represents the national average. This means Lincoln is 4% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $279,000 and the median rent is $769 per month.

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

Lincoln has a violent crime rate of 46.2 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 421.5 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Lincoln, VT a Good Place to Live?

Lincoln is a small town of 259 in Vermont, with a median household income of $54,286 and a 8.9% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 96 (US average = 100), which is 4% below the national average.

Strengths: Lincoln stands out for an affordable cost of living, solid school ratings (B), a well-educated population.

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: 96.0

Lincoln's overall cost of living index is 96.0, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Lincoln costs roughly 4% less than the average American city.

Metric	Lincoln, VT	National Avg
Median Home Value	$279,000	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$769	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	73.0%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$54,286	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Lincoln's violent crime rate is 46.2 per 100,000 residents — 88% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

46.2 /100k

Property Crime

421.5 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Lincoln is served primarily by Lincoln Town School District. The student-to-teacher ratio is 16.9:1 (slightly above the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Lincoln, VT	National Avg
School District	Lincoln Town School District	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	16.9:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	38.2%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	86.8%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Lincoln sees average highs of 25.5°F in January and 75.5°F in July, with 49.4 inches of annual precipitation and 112.5 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Lincoln, VT
Average High — January	25.5°F
Average High — July	75.5°F
Annual Precipitation	49.4"
Annual Snowfall	112.5"

Demographics

Metric	Lincoln, VT	National Avg
Population	259	—
Median Age	52.5	38.9
Unemployment Rate	8.9%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	27.3 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	100.0%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	9.7%	22.2%
65 and over	32.4%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

South Lincoln, VT 3 mi Bristol, VT 5 mi New Haven, VT 8 mi Waitsfield, VT 10 mi East Middlebury, VT 10 mi

Lincoln vs Other Cities

Lincoln, VT vs South Lincoln, VT Lincoln, VT vs Bristol, VT Lincoln, VT vs New Haven, VT Lincoln, VT vs Waitsfield, VT Lincoln, VT vs East Middlebury, VT

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lincoln, VT affordable or expensive?

Lincoln's cost of living index is 96, where 100 is the national average. That makes Lincoln roughly 4% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $279,000 and median rent is $769/month.

What is the crime rate in Lincoln, VT?

Lincoln's violent crime rate is 46.2 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 421.5 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 Lincoln Town School District. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and several high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 16.9:1. 38.2% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Lincoln, VT a good place to live?

Lincoln, VT has a population of 259, a median household income of $54,286, and an unemployment rate of 8.9%. 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 25.5°F in January and 75.5°F in July. Annual rainfall is 49.4 inches with about 112.5 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What is the population of Lincoln?

The population of Lincoln, Vermont is 259 with a median age of 52.5. 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 96 (100 = US average), median home $279,000, median household income $54,286, crime index 15 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B. 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.