Lincoln County, Nevada is located in the southeastern corner of the state, and is home to an estimated population of 5,819 people. The median household income is $51,743, which is slightly lower than the national average of $57,652. The unemployment rate is 5.3%, which is lower than the national average of 5.7%.
Demographically, Lincoln County is predominantly white, with 89.1% of the population identifying as white. The remaining population is made up of American Indian and Alaska Native (2.7%), Hispanic or Latino (2.7%), and African American (1.3%). The median age of the population is 44.8 years, which is slightly higher than the national average of 38.2 years.
Education in Lincoln County is provided by the Lincoln County School District, which serves over 1,500 students in grades K-12. The district is comprised of five elementary schools, two middle schools, and one high school. The district is ranked above average in terms of academic performance, with a graduation rate of 83.5% and a student-teacher ratio of 11:1.
Real estate in Lincoln County is relatively affordable, with the median home value at $159,400. This is slightly lower than the national median home value of $219,700. The median rent is $958, which is lower than the national median of $1,092. The median price per square foot is $137, which is higher than the national median of $117.
Overall, Lincoln County is a relatively affordable area with a low unemployment rate and above average educational performance. The population is predominantly white, with a median age of 44.8 years. The median home value is slightly lower than the national average, and the median rent is lower than the national median.