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Lincoln County, Wyoming
Lincoln County, Wyoming. Lincoln County had 21,180 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, up 8.2% since 2020, faster than Wyoming (+2.1%). It holds 24 places (9 cities, villages and boroughs and 15 census-designated) and 5 census tracts. GEOID 56023.
Residents, July 2025 estimate
21,180
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 19,581 · ACS 2020-2024: 20,486
Median household income
$89,330
±$4,277 (90% margin)
Wyoming: $76,176
Median home value
$372,600
±$30,045 (90% margin)
Wyoming: $309,700
Median gross rent
$960
±$115 (90% margin)
Wyoming: $992
How many people live in Lincoln County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 19,581 residents in Lincoln County. The Census Bureau estimates 21,180 for July 1, 2025, up 8.2% since 2020, faster than Wyoming (+2.1%). The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 20,486 over 4,075 square miles of land.
| Measure | Lincoln County | Wyoming | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 20,486 | 582,397 | +1,212 |
| Households | 8,324±259 | 243,318 | +1,416 |
| Average household size | 2.45±0.08 | 2.34 | −0.32 |
| Housing units | 9,964±24 | 277,141 | +543 |
Lincoln County's population since 2000
From 14,573 in 2000 to 21,180 in 2025: up 45.3%. The 2000, 2010 and 2020 figures are census counts. The 2005 figure is the Census Bureau's intercensal estimate, revised to fit the 2000 and 2010 counts and drawn on 2010 boundaries; 2015 and 2025 are July 1 estimates made from the census before them.
Source: The 2000, 2010 and 2020 Census counts and the Census Bureau's population estimates (intercensal 2000-2010, Vintage 2020, Vintage 2025) · Census population estimates
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); PEP Vintage 2025 (CO-EST2025); 2020 Census · Check it at data.census.gov
What cities and towns are in Lincoln County?
Lincoln County holds 24 places: 9 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places) and 15 census-designated places. The largest is Kemmerer with 2,353 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Kemmerer | 2,415 | $76,626 |
|---|---|---|
| Afton | 2,172 | $63,586 |
| Star Valley Ranch | 1,866 | $96,071 |
| Alpine | 1,220 | $98,942 |
| NordicGEOID 5656520 | 628 | $69,091 |
| Diamondville | 520 | $65,962 |
| Cokeville | 502 | $69,375 |
| GroverGEOID 5634030 | 481 | not published |
| BedfordGEOID 5606045 | 465 | $129,792 |
| OsmondGEOID 5658970 | 405 | $130,792 |
| La BargeGEOID 5643455 | 394 | $67,143 |
| Thayne | 380 | $78,194 |
| SmootGEOID 5671440 | 376 | not published |
| AuburnGEOID 5604160 | 375 | $131,000 |
| Alpine NorthwestGEOID 5601936 | 305 | not published |
| FairviewGEOID 5625910 | 277 | $10,870 |
| FreedomGEOID 5630115 | 247 | not published |
| Alpine NortheastGEOID 5601888 | 246 | $158,720 |
| TurnervilleGEOID 5678400 | 222 | $158,478 |
| EtnaGEOID 5625475 | 185 | not published |
| TaylorGEOID 5675572 | 104 | not published |
| OpalGEOID 5657810 | 64 | not published |
| OakleyGEOID 5657375 | 25 | not published |
| FontenelleGEOID 5627650 | 5 | not published |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); 2020 place-by-county parts · Check it at data.census.gov
Who lives in Lincoln County?
The median resident of Lincoln County is 42.7 years old; 25.2% are under 18 and 19.1% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 90.8%, then Hispanic or Latino residents (of any race) at 5.5%. 2.9% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Lincoln County | Wyoming | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 42.7±0.7 | 39.1 | +3.0 |
| Under 18 years | 25.2%±0.2 pts | 22.5% | – |
| 65 years and over | 19.1%±0.2 pts | 18.5% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 5.5% | 10.7% | +0.9 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 90.8%±0.2 pts | 81.4% | −1.4 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 0.0%±0.1 pts | 0.8% | – |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 0.3%±0.1 pts | 0.8% | no clear change |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 0.3%±0.2 pts | 1.6% | – |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, not Hispanic | 0.0%±0.1 pts | 0.1% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 2.7%±0.3 pts | 4.0% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.3%±0.2 pts | 0.7% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 2.9%±0.7 pts | 3.5% | no clear change |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 5.1%±1.1 pts | 6.8% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 8.2%±1.5 pts | 9.0% | – |
| With a disability | 12.6%±1.7 pts | 14.1% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 11.9%±3.3 pts | 11.3% | no clear change |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 95.6%±1.2 pts | 94.2% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 26.0%±3.0 pts | 30.6% | no clear change |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 8.0%±1.8 pts | 11.5% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 4.0%±1.6 pts | 4.7% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profiles DP02, DP05) · Check it at data.census.gov
What do households in Lincoln County earn?
Half of Lincoln County's 8,324 households earn less than $89,330 a year (±$4,277), against $76,176 in Wyoming. In 2015-2019 the median was $82,412 in 2024 dollars, so it rose by $6,918 after inflation. 7.5% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Lincoln County | Wyoming | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $89,330±$4,277 | $76,176 | +$6,918 |
| Mean household income | $107,360±$6,175 | $100,641 | – |
| Per capita income | $43,652±$2,278 | $42,668 | +$7,043 |
| People below the poverty line | 7.5%±1.8 pts | 10.5% | no clear change |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 9.0%±4.2 pts | 11.7% | no clear change |
| Households receiving SNAP | 4.4%±1.8 pts | 5.2% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 84.1%±3.5 pts | 89.4% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What does housing cost in Lincoln County?
Owners occupy 77.0% of Lincoln County's occupied homes and renters 23.0%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $372,600 by its owner (±$30,045). The median renter pays $960 a month including utilities, and 29.0% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Lincoln County | Wyoming | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $372,600±$30,045 | $309,700 | +$69,357 |
| Median gross rent | $960±$115 | $992 | no clear change |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 29.0%±8.4 pts | 33.8% | no clear change |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,857±$128 | $1,754 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 77.0%±3.4 pts | 71.8% | −5.4 pts |
| Housing units | 9,964±24 | 277,141 | +543 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 0.3%±0.4 pts | 0.9% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 4.0%±2.8 pts | 6.0% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 76.9%±3.4 pts | 67.8% | – |
| Mobile homes | 12.1%±3.1 pts | 11.5% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 1.2%±1.1 pts | 1.5% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 8.5%±1.9 pts | 10.8% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP04) · Check it at data.census.gov
How many new homes is Lincoln County building?
Builders took permits for 241 new housing units across Lincoln County in 2025 (215 single-family), 11.4 per 1,000 residents.
Source: Building Permits Survey, annual county files 2019-2025, U.S. Census Bureau · Census Building Permits Survey
How do people in Lincoln County get to work?
73.3% of Lincoln County's workers drive alone and 8.7% work from home. The average trip to work takes 25.4 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 2.0%.
| Measure | Lincoln County | Wyoming | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 64.9%±2.0 pts | 65.1% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 2.0%±0.9 pts | 3.7% | −3.1 pts |
| Drove alone to work | 73.3%±3.7 pts | 74.8% | – |
| Carpooled | 11.6%±2.9 pts | 9.4% | – |
| Public transportation | 1.5%±1.1 pts | 0.9% | – |
| Walked | 2.2%±1.2 pts | 3.6% | – |
| Worked from home | 8.7%±2.4 pts | 9.4% | +3.9 pts |
| Mean travel time to work | 25.4 min±2.1 | 18.8 min | no clear change |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What are Lincoln County's census tracts?
Lincoln County is divided into 5 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $76,781 (Tract 9784) to $101,426 (Tract 9780.01).
| Tract 9780.0156023978001 | 3,524±533 | $101,426 |
|---|---|---|
| Tract 9780.0256023978002 | 4,235±505 | $98,837 |
| Tract 978156023978100 | 6,967±696 | $88,157 |
| Tract 978256023978200 | 2,025±368 | $93,882 |
| Tract 978456023978400 | 3,735±393 | $76,781 |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does Lincoln County compare with Wyoming's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 11th of 23 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 2nd of 23 |
| Residents per square mile | 9th of 23 |
| Median household income | 4th of 23 |
| Median home value | 5th of 23 |
| Median gross rent | 7th of 23 |
| Poverty rate | 20th of 23 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 11th of 23 |
| Median age | 11th of 23 |
Source: PlainCities ranks from the American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) and PEP Vintage 2025 · How ranks are computed
How these figures are made: methodology and release checks · reading a margin of error · every state · corrections
Not on this page: crime, weather and schools for Lincoln County are other agencies' records. Crime: the FBI's Crime Data Explorer · climate: NOAA's U.S. Climate Normals · schools: the National Center for Education Statistics' school search.