Lancaster, Pennsylvania

City Profile — Demographics, Income, Education & Housing
Data: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2022 5-Year Estimates
57,970
Population
$61,014
Median Income
$179,500
Home Value
31.8
Median Age

Demographics

Lancaster has a population of 57,970 with a median age of 31.8. Here is the racial and ethnic breakdown of the population:

White
51.5%
Hispanic
39.4%
Black
17.4%
Asian
2.7%
Demographic Value
Total Population57,970
Median Age31.8
White51.5%
Black or African American17.4%
Asian2.7%
Hispanic or Latino39.4%

Income & Economy

The median household income in Lancaster is $61,014, which is 18.8% below the national median of $75,149. The per capita income is $28,653. The poverty rate is 18.7%.

$61,014
Median Household Income
$28,653
Per Capita Income
18.7%
Poverty Rate

Employment

The unemployment rate in Lancaster is 7.4%, compared to the national rate of 5.4%.

Education

In Lancaster, 83.9% of residents age 25+ have a high school diploma or higher, and 27.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher (9.6% with a graduate or professional degree).

HS Diploma+
83.9%
Bachelor's+
27.4%
Graduate+
9.6%
Education Level % of Adults (25+)
High School Diploma or Higher83.9%
Bachelor's Degree or Higher27.4%
Graduate or Professional Degree9.6%

Housing

The median home value in Lancaster is $179,500, below the national median of $281,900. The median monthly rent is $1,084. The homeownership rate is 46.7%.

$179,500
Median Home Value
$1,084/mo
Median Rent
46.7%
Homeownership Rate
Housing Metric Value
Median Home Value$179,500
Median Monthly Rent$1,084
Homeownership Rate46.7%
Vacancy Rate5.3%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Lancaster, Pennsylvania?
The population of Lancaster, Pennsylvania is 57,970 according to U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Lancaster, Pennsylvania?
The median household income in Lancaster, Pennsylvania is $61,014. This is 18.8% below the national median of $75,149.
What is the median home value in Lancaster, Pennsylvania?
The median home value in Lancaster, Pennsylvania is $179,500. The median monthly rent is $1,084.
What percentage of people in Lancaster have a college degree?
In Lancaster, Pennsylvania, 27.4% of adults age 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 83.9% have a high school diploma or higher.
Is Lancaster, Pennsylvania an affordable place to live?
The home price-to-income ratio in Lancaster, Pennsylvania is 2.9x (median home value $179,500 vs. median income $61,014), making it relatively affordable by that measure. A ratio under 4.0 is generally considered affordable.

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