Newcastle Public RecordsMaine

As of the 2020 Census, Lincoln, Maine has a population of 4,853. The city’s median age is approximately 48 years. About 50.5% of residents are female and 49.5% are male. Racially, Lincoln is predominantly White (approximately 95.5%), with small proportions of Native American (1.4%), Asian (0.4%), Black or African American (0.3%), and Hispanic or Latino (1.3%) residents. The city has a largely older and homogenous population. (All data: U.S. Census Bureau)

Newcastle, near Lincoln, ME, has a homeownership rate around 78%, with median home values at about $270,000 (2024). Rental vacancy is low; median monthly rent is roughly $1,200. Housing predominantly consists of single-family homes, Cape Cods, and farmhouses, with some newer builds and lakefront properties. Neighborhoods feature rural and small-town settings, with close proximity to nature. Property values have increased about 7% year-over-year. Lincoln’s property tax rate is about $15.15 per $1,000 of assessed value. The market remains competitive, with limited inventory and steady demand from both year-round and seasonal residents.

Newcastle, near Lincoln, ME, is served by Regional School Unit 22, including Mattanawcook Academy (grades 9–12), with about 350 high school students and a graduation rate of 88%. The area provides access to one public high school, elementary and middle schools, and an adult education program offering diploma and career courses. Educational attainment includes 15% bachelor's degree holders locally. Mattanawcook Academy’s school safety rating is above state average, and the district offers diverse programs in STEM, arts, and athletics. School proficiency scores are around 60% for reading and 55% for math according to the latest state report.

Newcastle (Lincoln County), ME, features limited public transit options, with most residents (over 85%) commuting by car; vehicle ownership is high, with over 90% of households owning at least one vehicle. Average commute times are around 25 minutes, slightly below the national average. The city is served primarily by U.S. Route 1 and local roads, with limited bus service via Concord Coach Lines nearby. Few use public transit (<2%). Major employment hubs include local schools, healthcare providers, and small businesses, with many commuting to nearby Damariscotta. Walking and cycling account for a small share of transportation modes.

Newcastle city, near Lincoln, ME, accesses healthcare primarily via Penobscot Valley Hospital in Lincoln (25 beds), with outpatient clinics like Lincoln Medical Partners. The area serves a predominantly White population (97%, median age 49). Chronic conditions such as heart disease (10%) and diabetes (9%) are common. About 92% of residents have health insurance, mostly via Medicare/Medicaid, with a primary care physician ratio of 1:1,900. Healthcare access remains challenging due to rurality and provider shortages, leading 17% of patients to travel over 30 miles for specialty care.