Lincolnton 68 Good
Lincolnton Livability #171 ranked city in North Carolina#9,047 ranked city in the USARanks better than 69% of areas

Pros and Cons of Living in Lincolnton

PROS
  • Cost Of Living

    Residents in this area benefit from an affordable cost of living. This includes goods and services, transportation, housing, utilities, groceries and healthcare.

  • Housing

    The housing category in this area boasts higher than average scores, likely influenced by a positive home affordability ratio, robust appreciation rates or elevated home values.

  • Health & Safety

    Earning a high health and safety score depends on factors such as good air quality and the availability of essential health facilities like hospitals, clinics, doctors, and fire stations.

  • Ratings

    Local residents have positive feedback regarding the convenience of amenities, parks, public transit, the friendliness of neighbors, the strong sense of community, and the overall safety of the area.

CONS
  • Amenities

    It appears that many amenities may not be conveniently situated within walking distance, potentially necessitating the use of a vehicle or public transit.

  • Commute

    Commuters in this area may experience longer-than-average work commute times due to limited public transportation access.

  • Crime

    High crime rates per 100,000 people are reported in this area, potentially indicating that it is an unsafe place to live. These statistics consider both violent and property offenses.

  • Employment

    The combination of low income levels and high unemployment rates contributes to a low score in the employment category, which could make it challenging to secure well-paying jobs.

  • Schools

    Factors such as lower than average graduation rates, lackluster reading and math scores and the limited accessibility of local elementary and high schools could contribute to the low schools score.

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What's it like Living in Lincolnton?

Located in the state of North Carolina, Lincolnton is a mid-sized city with a population of 11,099 inhabitants. At 73%, the majority of the Lincolnton population is White; this is followed by 16% Black and 0% Asian. All the single ladies and all the single fellas might want to take notice as only 49% of the Lincolnton population is married. On a daily basis, the typical American spends approximately 26 minutes on their one-way work commute. Reduced travel times not only contributes to increased overall happiness, but also affords more opportunities to cherish moments with family and friends. If you're living in Lincolnton, your commute time will align closely with the national average, spanning a one-way duration of approximately 25 minutes.

Whether you’re moving to a new city to be closer to family, friends or for a new job, living in Lincolnton could be a positive experience compared to other cities in North Carolina if you know where to look. Don't forget to determine what matters most to you in a neighborhood. Consider factors such as safety, proximity to work or school, access to amenities (like parks, fitness facilities, grocery stores, restaurants), public transportation options, community atmosphere and the overall vibe you're looking for. To help you find the best places to live in and around Lincolnton, AreaVibes has created a livability score using key metrics like amenities, commute, education, employment, housing and more.

Lincolnton has a livability score of 67/100 and is ranked #181 in North Carolina and #9,158 in the USA. For each of the livability categories, we can establish that Lincolnton ranks very well for cost of living (A+) and housing (B). On a more negative note, Lincolnton does not have favorable scores for the following: amenities (F), crime (F), education (D) and employment (F). If we take a look at the data, we can find out why.

For home buyers, real estate will be the largest purchase they will ever make and it will also be their most valuable asset. For renters, the monthly rent paid on their Lincolnton apartments will most likely be their largest expense. Based on tangible metrics like home and rental affordability and appreciation rates, housing in this area has received a score that is well above the average of every other US city. A thriving real estate market can also generate strong local economic activity and job creation.

Lincolnton real estate prices and overall affordability will play a huge role in determining if the area is the right fit for you. Of course there are probably some other items on your “wish list”, but even before they are considered, let’s take a look at the home prices and affordability in Lincolnton. The median home price for Lincolnton homes is $162,200, which is 3.2% higher than the North Carolina average. If we take a closer look at the affordability of homes in Lincolnton, we’ll see that the home price to income ratio is 4.5, which is 36.4% higher than the North Carolina average.

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      Lincolnton transportation information

      Statistic Lincolnton North Carolina National
      Average one way commute25min24min26min
      Workers who drive to work86.5%81.1%76.4%
      Workers who carpool8.7%9.8%9.3%
      Workers who take public transit1.6%1.1%5.1%
      Workers who bicycle0.0%0.2%0.6%
      Workers who walk0.2%1.8%2.8%
      Working from home2.3%4.8%4.6%
      Source: The Lincolnton, NC data and statistics displayed above are derived from the United States Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).