Lancaster, PA
Demographics And Statistics
Living In Lancaster, Pennsylvania Summary
Life in Lancaster research summary. HomeSnacks has been using Saturday Night Science to research the quality of life in Lancaster over the past nine years using Census, FBI, Zillow, and other primary data sources. Based on the most recently available data, we found the following about life in Lancaster:
The population in Lancaster is 57,970.
The median home value in Lancaster is $203,705.
The median income in Lancaster is $61,014.
The cost of living in Lancaster is 95 which is 0.9x lower than the national average.
The median rent in Lancaster is $1,084.
The unemployment rate in Lancaster is 7.4%.
The poverty rate in Lancaster is 18.7%.
The average high in Lancaster is 63.1° and the average low is 42.9°.
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Lancaster, PA Cost Of Living
Cost of living in Lancaster summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in Lancaster. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around Pennsylvania. Key points include:
The cost of living in Lancaster is 95 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in Lancaster is 0.9x lower than the national average.
The median home value in Lancaster is $203,705.
The median income in Lancaster is $61,014.
Lancaster's Overall Cost Of Living
Lower Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In Lancaster Comparison Table
| Living Expense | Lancaster | Pennsylvania | National Average | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 95 | 97 | 100 | |
| Services | 108 | 99 | 100 | |
| Groceries | 101 | 101 | 100 | |
| Health | 138 | 97 | 100 | |
| Housing | 66 | 85 | 100 | |
| Transportation | 113 | 105 | 100 | |
| Utilities | 84 | 106 | 100 | |
Lancaster, PA Weather
The average high in Lancaster is 63.1° and the average low is 42.9°.
There are 76.0 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 43.1 inches of precipitation each year with 19.1 inches of snow.
| Stat | Lancaster |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 63.1 |
| Average Annual Low | 42.9 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 76.0 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 43.1 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 19.1 |
Average High
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3 Reviews & Comments About Lancaster
/5
HomeSnacks User - 2018-07-15 10:24:20.770988
My experience isn't too bad. There is plenty of things to do like go to the park, mall or just walk around the city. The crime has increased throughout the years, and also the population has become more crowded.
I love going to Longs Park and getting some ice cream and walking around. It's a very peaceful place.
HomeSnacks User - 2019-03-06 01:26:24.633391
I'm wondering if these numbers are right. Lancaster shows up on many lists due to its many positives, being safe among them.
I feel very safe here except for ONE neighborhood.
HomeSnacks User -
I've lived in Lancaster all my life and I will agree there are rednecks here as well as dive bars but I must say there's no place I'd rather call home. Yes times are changing but this town has its ups and downs just like anyplace else. Besides there is plenty of history in this town and many many Good people. Rednecks are everywhere they don't bother me at all. I say live and let live! I Love Lancaster Pa!!!
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Lancaster Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in Lancaster
The current population in Lancaster is 57,970. The population has decreased -1.4% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 57,970 | -2.6% |
| 2021 | 59,503 | -0.1% |
| 2020 | 59,556 | 0.4% |
| 2019 | 59,341 | -0.0% |
| 2018 | 59,344 | -0.0% |
| 2017 | 59,368 | 0.1% |
| 2016 | 59,335 | 0.2% |
| 2015 | 59,205 | -0.1% |
| 2014 | 59,263 | 0.8% |
| 2013 | 58,819 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Lancaster
Lancaster is:
38.9% White with 22,552 White residents.
14.1% African American with 8,179 African American residents.
0.0% American Indian with 6 American Indian residents.
2.7% Asian with 1,547 Asian residents.
0.1% Hawaiian with 58 Hawaiian residents.
0.3% Other with 183 Other residents.
4.5% Two Or More with 2,623 Two Or More residents.
39.4% Hispanic with 22,822 Hispanic residents.
| Race | Lancaster | PA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 38.9% | 74.5% | 58.9% |
| African American | 14.1% | 10.4% | 12.1% |
| American Indian | 0.0% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Asian | 2.7% | 3.6% | 5.7% |
| Hawaiian | 0.1% | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Two Or More | 4.5% | 3.0% | 3.5% |
| Hispanic | 39.4% | 8.1% | 18.7% |
Gender in Lancaster
Lancaster is 52.4% female with 30,359 female residents.
Lancaster is 47.6% male with 27,611 male residents.
| Gender | Lancaster | PA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.4% | 50.6% | 50.4% |
| Male | 47.6% | 49.4% | 49.6% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Lancaster for adults over 25
8.0% of adults in Lancaster completed < 9th grade.
8.0% of adults in Lancaster completed 9-12th grade.
33.0% of adults in Lancaster completed high school / ged.
14.0% of adults in Lancaster completed some college.
9.0% of adults in Lancaster completed associate's degree.
18.0% of adults in Lancaster completed bachelor's degree.
8.0% of adults in Lancaster completed master's degree.
1.0% of adults in Lancaster completed professional degree.
1.0% of adults in Lancaster completed doctorate degree.
| Education | Lancaster | PA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 8.0% | 2.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 8.0% | 5.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 33.0% | 34.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 14.0% | 16.0% | 20.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 9.0% | 9.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 18.0% | 20.0% | 21.0% |
| Master's Degree | 8.0% | 10.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 1.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 1.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Lancaster, Pennsylvania
4.6% of households in Lancaster earn Less than $10,000.
6.0% of households in Lancaster earn $10,000 to $14,999.
8.8% of households in Lancaster earn $15,000 to $24,999.
8.7% of households in Lancaster earn $25,000 to $34,999.
14.4% of households in Lancaster earn $35,000 to $49,999.
16.9% of households in Lancaster earn $50,000 to $74,999.
15.3% of households in Lancaster earn $75,000 to $99,999.
16.8% of households in Lancaster earn $100,000 to $149,999.
4.6% of households in Lancaster earn $150,000 to $199,999.
3.8% of households in Lancaster earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | Lancaster | PA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 4.6% | 4.8% | 4.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 6.0% | 3.9% | 3.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 8.8% | 7.4% | 7.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 8.7% | 7.6% | 7.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 14.4% | 11.0% | 10.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 16.9% | 16.3% | 16.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 15.3% | 13.0% | 12.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 16.8% | 17.2% | 17.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 4.6% | 8.5% | 8.8% |
| $200,000 or more | 3.8% | 10.2% | 11.4% |
