County profile · Maine
Lincoln County, ME market data
Population, household spending and competition for 56 business types in Lincoln County, each scored against other counties.
- Population, 2025
- 36,595
- +3.8% since 2020
- Households
- 16,592
- Median household income
- $76,875
- +33.2% vs. 2015–2019, before inflation
- Median home value
- $332,700
- Jobs located here
- 10,443
- Highest market score
- 76
- Gyms, #119 of 1,792 scored counties
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What this means
An estimated 36,595 people live in Lincoln County, in 16,592 households. Population estimates show Lincoln County grew 3.8% from 2020 to 2025, faster than the U.S. (+3.1%). The median household income in Lincoln County is $76,875 a year, 5% below the U.S. median of $80,734. That rose 33.2% from the 2015–2019 survey, before inflation.
Set against the U.S., households in Lincoln County spend the most on clothing, shoes and related services (an index of 106, where 100 is the U.S. average) and the least on pets (68).
The highest Groundwork market scores in Lincoln County are for gyms (76), clothing and shoe stores (73) and fast food and sandwich shops (72). Lincoln County ranks #119 of 1,792 scored counties for gyms.
For its number of households, Lincoln County has the most map listings, relative to the U.S., for grocery and convenience stores (2.6 times the U.S. rate) and the fewest for real estate businesses (58% below the U.S. rate).
All 56 business types in Lincoln County
Highest Groundwork market score first. Each score compares Lincoln County with other counties for that business type, from 0 to 100. Spending per listing divides a whole spending line (all vehicle repairs, all eating out) by one type’s listings: the demand for each competitor, not a business’s revenue. Compare it across markets with its index, where 100 is the U.S. figure for the same type; the real estate types, whose line is all housing costs, show the index only. How the score works.
| Business type | Score | Rank among counties | Listings | Per 10k households | Spending per listing | Spending per listing vs. U.S. (100) | Official establishments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gyms | 76 | #119 of 1,792 | 7 | 4.2 | $2M | 153 | 4 |
| Clothing and shoe stores | 73 | #292 of 2,087 | 17 | 10.2 | $2.1M | 167 | 9 |
| Fast food and sandwich shops | 72 | #301 of 2,222 | 14 | 8.4 | $4.5M | 149 | 31 |
| Physical therapy | 71 | #197 of 1,422 | 5 | 3.0 | $3.9M | 160 | Under 3 |
| Gyms, studios and classes | 71 | #226 of 2,088 | 15 | 9.0 | $932K | 141 | 7 |
| Primary care and pediatrics | 69 | #277 of 1,656 | 7 | 4.2 | $2.8M | 155 | 16 |
| Pizza | 69 | #335 of 2,090 | 10 | 6.0 | $6.4M | 125 | 31 |
| Clothing, shoes and laundry | 66 | #505 of 2,210 | 32 | 19.3 | $1.1M | 128 | 9 |
| Insurance agencies | 66 | #582 of 2,272 | 12 | 7.2 | $2.3M | 187 | 12 |
| Home repair trades | 65 | #345 of 2,057 | 11 | 6.6 | $4.6M | 189 | 66 |
| HVAC and plumbing | 64 | #352 of 1,707 | 5 | 3.0 | $10.1M | 212 | 37 |
| Real estate | 64 | #401 of 2,229 | 27 | 16.3 | Index only | 249 | 42 |
| Dentists and orthodontists | 64 | #447 of 1,886 | 16 | 9.6 | $1.2M | 122 | 6 |
| Real estate agents and brokers | 62 | #462 of 2,176 | 25 | 15.1 | Index only | 214 | 26 |
| Chiropractors | 58 | #520 of 1,490 | 8 | 4.8 | $2.4M | 101 | 4 |
| Child care and preschools | 57 | #630 of 1,611 | 9 | 5.4 | $967K | 96 | 12 |
| Salons, barbers and spas | 56 | #839 of 2,385 | 58 | 35.0 | $278K | 131 | 19 |
| Doctors, dentists and clinics | 56 | #937 of 2,394 | 107 | 64.5 | $180K | 118 | 26 |
| Hair salons | 53 | #1,008 of 2,339 | 33 | 19.9 | $489K | 114 | 15 |
| Grocery stores | 49 | #1,068 of 2,070 | 18 | 10.8 | $6.1M | 66 | 9 |
| Gas stations | 49 | #1,221 of 2,358 | 19 | 11.5 | $1.9M | 79 | 17 |
| Spas and skin care | 48 | #971 of 1,769 | 20 | 12.1 | $807K | 92 | Under 3 |
| Yoga, Pilates and fitness studios | 45 | #487 of 777 | 6 | 3.6 | $2.3M | 57 | 4 |
| Auto repair and car care | 45 | #1,433 of 2,401 | 65 | 39.2 | $235K | 87 | 24 |
| Lawn, cleaning and pest control | 44 | #1,082 of 1,771 | 12 | 7.2 | $1.7M | 102 | 52 |
| Convenience stores | 43 | #1,388 of 2,261 | 29 | 17.5 | $3.8M | 48 | 10 |
| Optometrists and eye care | 42 | #873 of 1,302 | 8 | 4.8 | $2.4M | 77 | Under 3 |
| Landscaping and lawn care | 42 | #932 of 1,493 | 8 | 4.8 | $2.6M | 88 | 42 |
| Grocery and convenience stores | 36 | #1,773 of 2,402 | 79 | 47.6 | $1.4M | 41 | 19 |
| Auto repair shops | 34 | #1,885 of 2,378 | 43 | 25.9 | $355K | 80 | 23 |
| Sit-down restaurants | 34 | #1,897 of 2,405 | 118 | 71.1 | $539K | 81 | 53 |
| Restaurants and cafes | 33 | #1,931 of 2,405 | 239 | 144.0 | $266K | 72 | 105 |
| Coffee shops and cafes | 30 | #1,764 of 2,063 | 34 | 20.5 | $1.9M | 50 | 21 |
| Bakeries and dessert shops | 29 | #1,662 of 1,889 | 33 | 19.9 | $1.9M | 46 | 21 |
| Pet grooming and boarding | 25 | #1,297 of 1,461 | 13 | 7.8 | $791K | 31 | 4 |
| Veterinarians | 24 | #1,320 of 1,485 | 7 | 4.2 | $1.5M | 54 | 8 |
| Pet businesses | 21 | #2,100 of 2,200 | 27 | 16.3 | $381K | 43 | 12 |
| Tire shops | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 2.4 | $3.8M | 152 | Under 3 |
| Barbershops | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 1.8 | $5.4M | 285 | Under 3 |
| Car washes and detailing | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 1.8 | $5.1M | 202 | Under 3 |
| Collision repair and body shops | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 1.8 | $5.1M | 165 | 4 |
| Electricians | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 1.8 | $16.8M | 140 | 29 |
| House cleaning | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 1.8 | $6.9M | 107 | 10 |
| Laundromats | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 1.8 | $12M | 96 | Under 3 |
| Pet stores | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 1.8 | $3.4M | 76 | Under 3 |
| Roofing and gutters | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 1.8 | $16.8M | 199 | Under 3 |
| Funeral homes | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 1.2 | $1.6M | Too few | 3 |
| Home inspectors | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 1.2 | Index only | Too few | Under 3 |
| Martial arts and dance studios | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 1.2 | $7M | Too few | 3 |
| Dry cleaners | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 0.6 | $36.1M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Nail salons | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 0.6 | $16.1M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Pest control | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 0.6 | $20.6M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Mortgage brokers and lenders | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Oil change and quick lube | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Property management | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | 11 |
| Urgent care and walk-in clinics | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
Household spending in Lincoln County
What households here spend in a year on each line, in total and per household, with the index against the U.S. average (100).
| Spending line | A year, all households | Per household | Index vs. U.S. (100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle maintenance and repairs | $15.3M | $920 | 96 |
| Gasoline and other fuels | $35.8M | $2,156 | 83 |
| Food away from home | $63.6M | $3,831 | 94 |
| Groceries | $110M | $6,630 | 105 |
| Personal care products and services | $16.1M | $973 | 97 |
| Child care and other personal services | $8.7M | $524 | 90 |
| Memberships, classes and admissions | $14M | $842 | 86 |
| Medical and dental services | $19.3M | $1,162 | 90 |
| Pets | $10.3M | $619 | 68 |
| Clothing, shoes and related services | $36.1M | $2,174 | 106 |
| Vehicle insurance | $28.2M | $1,699 | 87 |
| Home repairs, maintenance and insurance | $50.4M | $3,036 | 101 |
| Lawn care, cleaning and other household services | $20.6M | $1,241 | 88 |
| Rent and homeowner costs | $291.4M | $17,560 | 105 |
Household spending is estimated from the incomes of the households in each neighborhood, using what households at each income spent nationally in 2024, adjusted for the region. It counts what residents spend, wherever they spend it.
Population and households in Lincoln County
- Population, 2025 estimate
- 36,595+3.8% since 2020
- Households
- 16,592
- Median age
- 50.2
- Homes lived in by their owners
- 83%
- Vehicles per household
- 1.9
- Land area
- 456 sq. mi.
- People per square mile
- 79
- Median household income
- $76,875+33.2% vs. 2015–2019, before inflation
- Average household income
- $99,809
- Median home value
- $332,700
- Jobs located here
- 10,443
- Daytime population
- 32,341Residents who don’t work, plus everyone whose job is here
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Questions
How fast is Lincoln County, ME growing?
Population estimates put Lincoln County at 36,595 people in 2025, up 3.8% since 2020, faster than the U.S. (+3.1%). It has 16,592 households. Against the 2015–2019 survey, median household income rose 33.2%, before inflation.
How much do households in Lincoln County, ME spend?
Households in Lincoln County spend about $291.4M a year on rent and homeowner costs, $110M on groceries and $63.6M on food away from home. Relative to the U.S., household spending in Lincoln County runs highest on clothing, shoes and related services (an index of 106, where 100 is the U.S. average) and lowest on pets (68).
Which business types have the highest market scores in Lincoln County, ME?
Of the business types scored in Lincoln County, gyms (76), clothing and shoe stores (73) and fast food and sandwich shops (72) have the highest Groundwork market scores. For gyms, that ranks #119 of 1,792 scored counties.
How does Lincoln County, ME compare with the U.S.?
Median household income in Lincoln County is $76,875, 5% below the U.S. median of $80,734. The population rose 3.8% from 2020 to 2025, against +3.1% for the U.S. The median home value is $332,700, against $332,700 for the U.S. Against the U.S., map listings per household run highest for grocery and convenience stores (2.6 times the U.S. rate) and lowest for real estate businesses (58% below the U.S. rate).
What is the Groundwork market score?
The Groundwork market score runs from 0 to 100 and compares a market with others of its kind for one business type: states with states, metro areas with metro areas, small-town markets and counties with their own. It weighs household spending per competitor (35%), households per business with payroll (25%), population growth (20%) and spending power (20%), each ranked against those peers. A higher score means that, taken together, the market has more household spending and more households for each business already there, faster population growth and more spending per household than similar markets. It describes a market, not any one site or deal. 37 of the 56 business types have a score in Lincoln County, each ranked against other counties.
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