Lincoln County Public RecordsKansas

As of 2023, Lincoln County, Kansas has a population of approximately 2,900. The median age is 48.2 years, reflecting a predominantly older demographic. About 51% of residents are female and 49% male. The county is 96% White, with small percentages of Hispanic or Latino (2%), Black (0.5%), and other groups (1.5%). Population trends show gradual decline and aging, typical of many rural Kansas counties.

Lincoln County, KS, has approximately 2,200 registered voters, with Republicans comprising about 76%, Democrats 17%, and Unaffiliated/Others 7%. The county participates in primary, general, and special elections, with recent general election turnout near 68%. Key polling locations include the Lincoln County Courthouse. Election administration is managed by the County Clerk's office. Recent issues include school funding and rural healthcare. In 2020, presidential results favored the Republican candidate with 82% of the vote. The area typically votes Republican in local, state, and federal races.

Lincoln County, KS, has two main public schools: Lincoln Junior/Senior High School and Lincoln Elementary, serving around 250 students in total. The high school graduation rate is approximately 97%. About 16% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. School safety scores are above average, with minimal reported incidents. Educational programs include vocational training, college prep, and FFA. Adult education options are offered through local extension offices and online platforms, enhancing lifelong learning.

As of 2023, Lincoln County, KS has an employment rate of approximately 57%. The largest industry is educational services, health care, and social assistance (23%), followed by agriculture, forestry, fishing, hunting, and mining (17%), and retail trade (11%). Most residents work in management, business, science, and arts occupations (29%), and production, transportation, and material moving (19%). About 78% of employed residents commute by car, with an average commute time of 18 minutes. Many work within the county, but a notable share commutes to neighboring counties like Saline for employment.

Lincoln County, KS, has a homeownership rate of about 78%, with median home values near $77,000 and median gross rents at $589 (2022 ACS data). Housing stock primarily consists of single-family homes, with some historic properties in Lincoln and Sylvan Grove neighborhoods. The local property market has seen stable values with modest annual growth of 2-3%. Property tax rates average 1.4% of assessed value, making taxes relatively affordable. Rental units are limited, reflecting the county’s rural makeup and predominant owner-occupied housing.

Lincoln County, KS, maintains a low crime rate compared to national averages. According to 2022 FBI data, the county reported a total of 24 crimes, including 2 violent crimes and 22 property crimes, resulting in a crime rate of approximately 11.2 incidents per 1,000 residents. Law enforcement actively encourages community reporting and collaboration. Overall, Lincoln County's safety index remains high, reflecting its status as a safe rural county in Kansas.