Lincoln County is located in the state of New Mexico. With a land mass of 4831 square miles, Lincoln County is one of the larger counties in the state, while in population it is near the bottom with 1,941 inhabitants. Lincoln County's population density of suburban makes it one of the most primarily populated areas in the state. The county's largest city is Ruidoso, with a population of 9,494.
Lincoln County is one of the more affluent regions in the state. The median income for Lincoln County residents is $35,860, putting the region in in the top fifth of all counties in New Mexico. Reflecting this, the average house value in Lincoln County is $98,165, well above the state average of $100,620.
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