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Lancaster
  • Town in Pennsylvania
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Lancaster
#7 in Best Places to Live in Lancaster Area
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  • Town in Pennsylvania
  • 177 reviews
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    Lancaster Residents

    Diversity
    A+
    Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
    Population
    58,034
    Unemployment Rate
    5%
    Poverty Rate
    20.8%
    Non-Citizens
    5.9%
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes the people who live in your area?
    Based on 15 responses
    • Diverse
      67%
    • Family oriented
      13%
    • Friendly
      13%
    • Rowdy
      7%

    Lancaster Demographics

    Education Levels
    • Master's degree or higher
      9%
      13%
    • Bachelor's degree
      16%
      21%
    • Some college or associate's degree
      24%
      29%
    • High school diploma or equivalent
      33%
      26%
    • Less than high school diploma
      17%
      11%
    Racial Diversity
    • Hispanic
      40%
    • White
      39%
    • African American
      13%
    • Two or more races
      4%
    • Asian
      3%
    • Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander
      0%
    • Other race
      0%
    • American Indian or Alaska native
      0%
    Gender
    • Female
      52%
    • Male
      48%
    Age
    • <10 years
      12%
    • 10-17 years
      11%
    • 18-24 years
      14%
    • 25-34 years
      18%
    • 35-44 years
      14%
    • 45-54 years
      11%
    • 55-64 years
      11%
    • 65+ years
      9%
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    Income

    Median Household Income
    $54,145
    National
    $69,021
    Household Income Brackets
    • <$25k
      21%
    • $25-$44k
      22%
    • $45-$74k
      23%
    • $75-$149k
      27%
    • $150k+
      6%
    Median Individual Income
    $23,964
    National
    $34,429
    Individual Income Brackets
    • <$15k
      34%
    • $15-$34k
      32%
    • $35-$64k
      23%
    • $65k+
      11%

    Community

    Poll
    75%
    of residents say there is a good sense of community. 16 responses
    Poll
    50%
    of people say LGBTQ+ residents are usually treated well, but there are still some people who aren't accepting of them. 16 responses
    Poll
    What is the most helpful tip for a new resident to know before moving to your area?
    Based on 15 responses
    • It is diverse city
      27%
    • Be cautious if you need to go out at night
      20%
    • Most places are closed on sundays
      20%
    • It's a small town, everyone knows everyone
      13%
    • Most places close early on sunday's
      13%
    • This is definitely a Christian-leaning culture.
      7%

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