Cost of Living in Lincoln County, Nevada
At a Glance
Rent burden measured as median gross rent as a percentage of renter household income (Census ACS B25071)
How Lincoln County Compares
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Detailed Housing Stats
National Ranking
Affordability Rank
Lincoln County ranks #15 of 3,144 counties for affordability (top 0%)
Data Story
About Cost of Living in Lincoln County, Nevada
Lincoln's rents rank among nation's lowest
Lincoln County's rent-to-income ratio of 13.0% is exceptionally low, placing it well below the national average and among the most affordable rental markets in America. At $754 monthly, median rent is remarkably cheap even as a percentage of the $69,496 median household income—leaving families money for other essentials.
Second-most affordable county in Nevada
Lincoln County ranks as Nevada's second-most affordable rental market with a 13.0% rent-to-income ratio, trailing only Lander County's 15.1% but far below the state average of 18.1%. This rural county's low housing costs reflect both modest rents and limited demand in a sparse population.
Rural Nevada's cheapest rent
Lincoln County's $754 median rent is the lowest among all eight counties analyzed, undercutting even Pershing County's $667 rents on a percentage-of-income basis thanks to its comparable $69,496 household income. Renters here pay significantly less than nearby Lyon County ($1,259) and are far below Washoe County ($1,507).
Ownership slightly pricier than renting
Lincoln County renters spend $754 monthly while homeowners pay $734—a rare inversion where rent slightly exceeds ownership costs—leaving both groups with substantial income for other expenses. With a median home value of $208,900 and $69,496 household income, homeownership remains within reach for most households.
Ultra-affordable for remote-work pioneers
Lincoln County is ideal if you're relocating with remote income or retirement funds—housing consumes just 13% of earnings, the lowest proportion among Nevada counties. This sparsely populated area offers genuine affordability without the crowds of larger Nevada counties, though job opportunities remain limited beyond mining heritage and tourism.
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Affordability Verdict
Lincoln County offers affordable rental housing at a median of $754/month — about 13.0% of the typical household income here.
Rent vs. Own
At $754/month rent versus $734/month in owner costs, owning is roughly $20/month cheaper — a 3% difference.
Income Needed
To afford the median rent without exceeding 30% of gross income, a household needs to earn approximately $30,160/year. For owner costs at the 28% rule, the required income is roughly $31,457/year. With a median household income of $69,496, most households can comfortably afford rent here. Notably, 27.0% of renter households in Lincoln County are cost-burdened, spending more than 30% of income on housing.
Regional Context
Compared to Pershing County where rent averages $667/month, Lincoln County is approximately 13% more expensive.
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Rent Burden
13.0%
of gross income
Max Housing (28% Rule)
$1,622
per month
Owner Cost Burden
12.7%
of gross income
The median home in Lincoln County may be a stretch
Median home value is $208,900. Estimated monthly cost: $1,668 vs. your max of $1,622.
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See Today's RatesData: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023) — Informational only. Not financial or legal advice.
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