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Lancaster, PA
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Population: 58,034
Home Price: $145,300
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Overview
Lancaster is a midsize city in the state of Pennsylvania with a population of 58,034. Lancaster has a hot summer and mild winter climate. The presence of parks and green space will enable you to spend time in the outdoors
Quality of Life Summary
Area Size:
Midsize City
Living Costs:
Medium Cost
Employment:
(D) Fair
Cultural Diversity:
(A) Excellent
Residents:
Young Professionals
School Rating:
(C) Average
Safety Rating:
(C) Average
Public Transport:
(A) Excellent
Average Commute:
23.0 minutes
Walkability:
(B) Good
Climate:
Hot Summer and Mild Winter
Shopping Mall:
Yes
Near Beach or Lake:
Yes
Near Mountains:
-
Near Parks & Green Space:
Yes
Social and Economic Statistics of Lancaster, PA
Job Market
Diversity
Housing
Education
Schools
Crime & Safety
Employment and Income
Lancaster
Pennsylvania
United States
Per Capita Income
$25,552
$32,862
$32,693
Median Household Income
$54,145
$65,512
$65,483
Unemployment Rate
7.0%
5.5%
5.7%
Poverty Rate
15.1%
7.8%
10.5%
Age
Lancaster
Pennsylvania
United States
Median Age
32.3
43.2
42.3
Gender
Lancaster
Pennsylvania
United States
Male
47.7%
49.5%
49.8%
Female
52.3%
50.5%
50.2%
Race
Lancaster
Pennsylvania
United States
White
54.8%
90.2%
80.3%
Black or African American
16.5%
3.7%
7.0%
American Indian and Alaska Native
0.3%
0.1%
2.7%
Asian
3.2%
1.4%
1.9%
Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander
0.1%
0.0%
0.2%
Other Race
13.3%
1.1%
2.7%
Multiracial
11.7%
3.4%
5.2%
Housing Information
Lancaster
Pennsylvania
United States
Median Home Price
$145,300
$158,815
$208,542
Median Monthly Rent
$807
$748
$801
Family Households
32.8%
32.8%
48.6%
Nonfamily Households
35.7%
35.7%
26.2%
Homeowners
46.6%
72.7%
72.9%
Renters
53.4%
27.3%
27.1%
Education
Lancaster
Pennsylvania
United States
High School Graduate or Equivalent
9.5%
6.1%
7.5%
Some College, no Degree
33.2%
33.2%
34.0%
Associate's Degree
15.3%
16.0%
21.2%
Bachelor's Degree
8.5%
9.7%
9.3%
Graduate or Professional Degree
16.5%
15.4%
15.0%
Proficiency
Lancaster
Pennsylvania
United States
Mathematics
41.8%
51.3%
46.8%
Reading/Language Arts
55.5%
66.1%
50.7%
Annual Violent and Property Crimes per 100,000 People
Violent Crime
Lancaster
Pennsylvania
United States
Murder
5.8
2.2
3.0
Rape
11.6
18.0
38.0
Robbery
17.5
28.7
40.7
Assault
87.3
152.4
188.5
Property Crime
Lancaster
Pennsylvania
United States
Burglary
93.2
127.5
336.1
Theft
1740.8
780.1
1913.7
Vehicle Theft
163.0
52.2
167.1
Arson
0.0
5.9
10.5
Culture and Lifestyle in and Around Lancaster, PA
Food
Sports
Arts
Hobbies
Entertainment
Recreation
Shopping
happy hour
hot dog
beer
red wine
pizza
craft beer
vegan food
menu items
specialty coffee
hot sauce
wine
chef
ice cream
vegan
recipes
taco bell
diners
cheese
pasta maker
italian
philly sports
philadelphia sports
video games
womens sports
combat sports
minnesota sports
penn state football
country music
football
college football
basketball
fantasy football
baseball
college athletics
flag football
golf
softball
hockey
ohio state buckeyes
ice hockey
inspired by
illustrator
nft artist
nft
home decor
freelance illustrator
nft project
fine art
cover art
multimedia artist
mixed media
character design
commissions open
photography
library
commissions
creativity
theatre
pfp
creative
video games
sports cards
single dad
board games
tabletop games
books
pc gamer
philadelphia eagles
random thoughts
random stuff
controller modder
comic books
casual gamer
photography
anime
dogs horses
movies tv
scifi
bb marketer
disc golf
sports
marketing
sports journalistprofessional
digital marketing
video production
radio show
digital media
director cinematographer
content creation
photography
tvradio
online retailer
producer
movies tv
pop culture
theatre
creative
classic rock
theme park
comedy
sports
winter
outdoor living
summer
space
photography
dogs horses
natural areas
beach
nature
arts
pool
swimming
aviation
cabin
cabins
hiking
backyard
familyfriendly
camping
poshmark
home decor
old navy
home depot
black friday
pre order
household items
car wash
brands
dollar store
cyber monday
warehouse
display cases
goods
cinnaholic
starbucks
shopping bags
sheetz
auctions
shopping cart
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