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Lincoln, Rhode Island

Introduction to Lincoln, Rhode Island

Lincoln, Rhode Island, in Providence county, is 4 miles NW of Pawtucket, Rhode Island (center to center) and 35 miles SW of Boston, Massachusetts.The town is conveniently located inside the Providence - Fall River - Warwick metropolitan area. There are an estimated 20,898 people in Lincoln.

Lincoln History

Lincoln was first settled during the 17th century. The early settlers built unique, Rhode Island style houses which were called stone-enders. One of the major occupations of Lincoln has been limestone, which has existed at the village of Lime Rock since colonial times. Lincoln was originally part of Smithfield. In 1871, it was split off and named after Abraham Lincoln. It developed into an important mill town during the late 1800s with several textile factories along the Blackstone River.

Lincoln and nearby Attractions

  • World War II Memorial State Park
  • Snake Den State Park
  • Olney pond
  • Lincoln Country Club
  • Louisquisset Golf Club
  • Museum of Art, Rhode Island School of Design

Things To Do In Lincoln

Those who enjoy the local history should visit Arnold House, a stone-ender that was built in 1687. The Lincoln Woods State Park is a great place for outdoor recreation and includes an outdoor ice rink, beach, fishing, and trails. There are also a few golf courses, ponds, and lakes in the surrounding areas.

Lincoln Transportation

Logan International Airport is the nearest major airport.

Lincoln Higher Education

Providence College, Rhode Island College, Bryant College, and Brown University are nearby.

High Points

Lincoln strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Rhode Island):

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Short Commute Times
(vs. State)		Top 18%Lincoln Short Commute Times

Comparative Profile of Lincoln, RI

Comparing Lincoln to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Rhode Island (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Age of the Population87
Well-Paid Single Women86
Senior Citizens77
Well-Paid Single Men75
Female Share of the Population78
Male Share of the Population43
Racial Diversity47
Children Under 5 Years Old25

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Portion of People Married75
Average Household Size56

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
College Educated Adults87
People in Middle Class or Better86
People Above Poverty86
Median Family Income86

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Public Transportation Use76
Short Commute Times79
Working at Home55
Walking and Biking to Work11

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals76
Seasonal and Vacation Housing63
Affordability of Rents69
People Living Alone56
Housing Recently Built43
Affordability of Property Taxes34

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Low Violent Crime86
Low Property Crime83

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