Lincoln Beach, Oregon facts for kids
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Lincoln Beach, Oregon
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Census-designated place (CDP)
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Location of Lincoln Beach, Oregon
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| Country | United States |
| State | Oregon |
| County | Lincoln |
| Area | |
| • Total | 4.13 sq mi (10.68 km2) |
| • Land | 3.23 sq mi (8.37 km2) |
| • Water | 0.89 sq mi (2.31 km2) |
| Elevation | 46 ft (14 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 2,343 |
| • Density | 724.94/sq mi (279.93/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-8 (Pacific (PST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-7 (PDT) |
| ZIP code |
97341
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| Area code(s) | 458 and 541 |
| FIPS code | 41-42550 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1136480 |
Lincoln Beach is a small community located on the beautiful coast of Oregon, in Lincoln County, United States. It's known as a "census-designated place" (CDP), which means it's a special area defined by the government for counting people, but it's not officially a city. Lincoln Beach also includes another nearby community called Gleneden Beach.
In 2010, about 2,045 people lived here. By 2020, the population had grown to 2,343 residents.
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Exploring Lincoln Beach's Location
Lincoln Beach is found in the northwestern part of Lincoln County. It sits right between two other popular coastal towns: Lincoln City to the north and Depoe Bay to the south. The amazing Pacific Ocean forms its western border.
Elevation and Nearby Towns
The main part of Lincoln Beach is about 46 feet (14 meters) above sea level. Just north of it, Gleneden Beach is slightly lower, at about 40 feet (12 meters) above sea level.
U.S. Route 101 is the main highway that runs through Lincoln Beach. This road can take you about 8 miles (13 km) north to the center of Lincoln City. If you head south on the highway, it's about 17 miles (27 km) to Newport, which is the main town for Lincoln County.
Land and Water Area
The total area of Lincoln Beach is about 4.13 square miles (10.7 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 3.23 square miles (8.4 square kilometers), is land. The rest, about 0.89 square miles (2.3 square kilometers), is water, making up about 21.6% of the total area.
Who Lives in Lincoln Beach?
Lincoln Beach is home to over 2,300 people, according to the 2020 census.
Population Details
In 2000, there were 2,078 people living in Lincoln Beach. Most households were families, with many married couples. About 10.9% of households had children under 18 living with them.
The community has a notable number of older residents. In 2000, about 36.1% of the population was 65 years old or older. The average age was 58 years. This means it's a popular place for people who are retired or looking for a quieter coastal lifestyle.
See also
In Spanish: Lincoln Beach para niños
