Lincoln, ME Rankings

Lincoln, Maine is a small town located in Penobscot County. It has an estimated population of 1,955 as of 2019 and covers an area of about 8.2 miles. According to the Bestplaces rankings, Lincoln has an overall ranking of 698 out of 1,209 cities in the US based on factors such as cost of living, crime rate, education rate and resident age. The cost of living index for Lincoln is quite low compared to other cities in the US, with its score being 74 out of 100, which is lower than the US average by 21 points. The city also ranks quite high when it comes to safety, with a crime rate score that is 9 points higher than the national average. Education wise, Lincoln performs below average for elementary schools and above average for high schools and colleges. In terms of resident age groups, it performs best with baby boomers and seniors who make up over 30% of its total population. All these factors contribute to making Lincoln a great place to live in or visit if you’re looking for a nice rural getaway spot.

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