4 cities
| City | Rank | 2025 Pop. ↓ | 2020 Pop. | Change | Density | Area (mi²) | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lincolnton | 1 | 12,790 | 11,135 | 2.66% | 1,451 | 8.82 | City |
| Denver | 2 | 2,847 | 2,964 | 1.28% | 480 | 5.93 | CDP |
| Iron Station | 3 | 685 | 539 | -0.72% | 290 | 2.36 | CDP |
| Crouse | 4 | 224 | 143 | 7.18% | 197 | 1.14 | CDP |
Lincolnton is the largest city in Lincoln County, with a population of 12,790.
Crouse is the smallest city in Lincoln County.
There are 4 cities in Lincoln County, North Carolina.