Lancaster, KY

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Lancaster Overview

3,845
TOTAL POPULATION
1,677
MALE POPULATION
2,168
FEMALE POPULATION
77.35
MALES / 100 FEMALES
129.28
FEMALES / 100 MALES
36.2
MEDIAN AGE
2.9
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$24,524
PER CAPITA INCOME
$46,125
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$42,641
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
19.3%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
80.7¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$15,264
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.52
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,586
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
53.7%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
6.3%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Lancaster Zip Codes

Lancaster Area Codes

Race in Lancaster

The most populous races in Lancaster are White / Caucasian (3,431 | 89.2%), Black / African American (352 | 9.1%), and Hispanic or Latino (74 | 1.9%).
Race in Lancaster
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American3529.1%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino741.9%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian3,43189.2%
Two or more Races551.4%
Some other Race70.2%
Total3,845100.0%

Ancestry in Lancaster

The most populous ancestries reported in Lancaster are American (1,579 | 41.1%), English (420 | 10.9%), German (270 | 7.0%), Irish (184 | 4.8%), and Scottish (80 | 2.1%), together accounting for 65.9% of all Lancaster residents.
Race# Population% Population
American1,57941.1%
British190.5%
Central American160.4%
Cherokee70.2%
Costa Rican160.4%
Danish80.2%
Eastern European80.2%
English42010.9%
European240.6%
French Canadian60.2%
German2707.0%
Irish1844.8%
Italian511.3%
Lithuanian100.3%
Mexican581.5%
Northern European80.2%
Polish120.3%
Scotch-Irish471.2%
Scottish802.1%
Swedish70.2%
Ukrainian60.2%
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Sex and Age in Lancaster

Sex and Age in Lancaster

The most populous age groups in Lancaster are 35 to 39 Years (176 | 10.5%) for men and 25 to 29 Years (240 | 11.1%) for women.
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years149 (8.9%)121 (5.6%)
5 to 9 Years62 (3.7%)214 (9.9%)
10 to 14 Years148 (8.8%)153 (7.1%)
15 to 19 Years116 (6.9%)104 (4.8%)
20 to 24 Years99 (5.9%)84 (3.9%)
25 to 29 Years101 (6.0%)240 (11.1%)
30 to 34 Years164 (9.8%)121 (5.6%)
35 to 39 Years176 (10.5%)135 (6.2%)
40 to 44 Years62 (3.7%)53 (2.4%)
45 to 49 Years58 (3.5%)172 (7.9%)
50 to 54 Years79 (4.7%)218 (10.1%)
55 to 59 Years107 (6.4%)93 (4.3%)
60 to 64 Years131 (7.8%)51 (2.4%)
65 to 69 Years47 (2.8%)106 (4.9%)
70 to 74 Years45 (2.7%)21 (1.0%)
75 to 79 Years44 (2.6%)100 (4.6%)
80 to 84 Years66 (3.9%)78 (3.6%)
85 Years and over23 (1.4%)104 (4.8%)
Total1,677 (100.0%)2,168 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Lancaster

Median Family Size in Lancaster

The median family size in Lancaster is 2.90 persons per family, with married-couple families (543 | 51.3%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.28 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (108 | 10.2%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.47 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Lancaster
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple543 (51.3%)3.28
Single Male/Father108 (10.2%)2.47
Single Female/Mother408 (38.5%)2.52
Total Families1,059 (100.0%)2.90

Median Household Size in Lancaster

The median household size in Lancaster is 2.54 persons per household, with married-couple households (543 | 36.7%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.28 persons per household. non-family households (420 | 28.4%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.10 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Lancaster
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple543 (36.7%)3.28
Single Male/Father108 (7.3%)2.86
Single Female/Mother408 (27.6%)2.96
Non-family420 (28.4%)1.10
Total Households1,479 (100.0%)2.54

Household Size by Marriage Status in Lancaster

Out of a total of 1,479 households in Lancaster, 1,059 (71.6%) are family households, while 420 (28.4%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 427, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 393.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Lancaster
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-393 (26.6%)
2-Person Households427 (28.9%)7 (0.5%)
3-Person Households267 (18.0%)20 (1.3%)
4-Person Households199 (13.5%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households116 (7.8%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households32 (2.2%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households18 (1.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,059 (71.6%)420 (28.4%)

Female Fertility in Lancaster

Fertility by Age in Lancaster

Average fertility rate in Lancaster is 118.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 231.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 89.6% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Lancaster
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years103 (89.6%)231.0
35 to 50 years12 (10.4%)28.0
Total115 (100.0%)118.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Lancaster

62.6% of women with births (115) in Lancaster are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 40.8% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 8.3% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Lancaster
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years61 (59.2%)42 (40.8%)
35 to 50 years11 (91.7%)1 (8.3%)
Total72 (62.6%)43 (37.4%)

Fertility by Education in Lancaster

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Lancaster
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School47 (40.9%)195.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree68 (59.1%)173.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total115 (100.0%)118.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Lancaster

37.4% of women with births in Lancaster are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of less than high school are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are least likely to be married with 63.2% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Lancaster
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School47 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree25 (36.8%)43 (63.2%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total72 (62.6%)43 (37.4%)

Income in Lancaster

Income Overview in Lancaster

Per Capita Income in Lancaster is $24,524, while median incomes of families and households are $46,125 and $42,641 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income3,845$24,524
Median Family Income1,059$46,125
Mean Family Income1,059$60,270
Median Household Income1,479$42,641
Mean Household Income1,479$62,855
Income Deficit1,059$15,264
Wage / Income Gap (%)3,84519.30%
Wage / Income Gap ($)3,84580.70¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index3,8450.52

Earnings by Sex in Lancaster

Average Earnings in Lancaster are $24,525, $27,833 for men and $22,461 for women, a difference of 19.3%.
Earnings by Sex in Lancaster
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male876 (50.7%)$27,833
Female853 (49.3%)$22,461
Total1,729 (100.0%)$24,525

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Lancaster

The most common earnings brackets in Lancaster are $10,000 to $12,499 for men (102 | 11.6%) and $50,000 to $54,999 for women (91 | 10.7%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Lancaster
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less57 (6.5%)88 (10.3%)
$2,500 to $4,99922 (2.5%)54 (6.3%)
$5,000 to $7,49939 (4.4%)54 (6.3%)
$7,500 to $9,99923 (2.6%)29 (3.4%)
$10,000 to $12,499102 (11.6%)64 (7.5%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)48 (5.6%)
$15,000 to $17,49997 (11.1%)46 (5.4%)
$17,500 to $19,99950 (5.7%)12 (1.4%)
$20,000 to $22,4997 (0.8%)32 (3.7%)
$22,500 to $24,99926 (3.0%)24 (2.8%)
$25,000 to $29,99941 (4.7%)13 (1.5%)
$30,000 to $34,99976 (8.7%)62 (7.3%)
$35,000 to $39,99935 (4.0%)76 (8.9%)
$40,000 to $44,99950 (5.7%)31 (3.6%)
$45,000 to $49,99914 (1.6%)14 (1.6%)
$50,000 to $54,99991 (10.4%)91 (10.7%)
$55,000 to $64,99950 (5.7%)24 (2.8%)
$65,000 to $74,9990 (0.0%)31 (3.6%)
$75,000 to $99,99948 (5.5%)43 (5.0%)
$100,000+48 (5.5%)17 (2.0%)
Total876 (100.0%)853 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Lancaster

Average earnings in Lancaster are $31,414 for men and $28,750 for women, a difference of 8.5%. Men with an educational attainment of high school diploma enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $36,471, while those with college or associate's degree education earn the least with $28,182. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $87,600, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $21,563.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Lancaster
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$28,281$0
High School Diploma$36,471$50,069
College or Associate's Degree$28,182$21,563
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$31,414$28,750

Family Income in Lancaster

Family Income Brackets in Lancaster

According to the Lancaster family income data, there are 273 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 25.8% of all families. Conversely, the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 19 families (1.8%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Lancaster
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00016615.7%
$10,000 to $14,999292.7%
$15,000 to $24,999787.4%
$25,000 to $34,99912812.1%
$35,000 to $49,99918117.1%
$50,000 to $74,99927325.8%
$75,000 to $99,999847.9%
$100,000 to $149,999625.9%
$150,000 to $199,999191.8%
$200,000+393.7%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Lancaster

2-person families (499 | 47.1%) account for the highest median family income in Lancaster with $55,724 per family, while 2-person families (499 | 47.1%) have the highest median income of $27,862 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Lancaster
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families499 (47.1%)$55,724
3-Person Families226 (21.3%)$44,028
4-Person Families251 (23.7%)$45,439
5-Person Families51 (4.8%)$36,696
6-Person Families32 (3.0%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total1,059 (100.0%)$46,125

Family Income by Number of Earners in Lancaster

Family Income by Number of Earners in Lancaster
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners247 (23.3%)$28,281
1 Earner431 (40.7%)$36,875
2 Earners338 (31.9%)$65,000
3+ Earners43 (4.1%)$0
Total1,059 (100.0%)$46,125

Household Income in Lancaster

Household Income Brackets in Lancaster

With 322 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Lancaster, accounting for 21.8% of all households. In contrast, only 19 households (1.3%) fall into the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Lancaster
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,00017511.8%
$10,000 to $14,999352.4%
$15,000 to $24,99923115.6%
$25,000 to $34,99920113.6%
$35,000 to $49,99923215.7%
$50,000 to $74,99932221.8%
$75,000 to $99,999332.2%
$100,000 to $149,99917712.0%
$150,000 to $199,999191.3%
$200,000+553.7%

Household Income by Householder Age in Lancaster

The median household income in Lancaster is $42,641, with the highest median household income of $63,523 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 513 households (34.7%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 30 households (2.0%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Lancaster
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years30 (2.0%)$0
25 to 44 Years561 (37.9%)$37,232
45 to 64 Years513 (34.7%)$63,523
65+ Years375 (25.4%)$31,151
Total1,479 (100.0%)$42,641

Poverty in Lancaster

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Lancaster

With 17.0% poverty level for males and 29.4% for females among the residents of Lancaster, under 5 year old males and under 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 79 males (53.0%) and 76 females (71.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Lancaster
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years79 (53.0%)76 (71.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)11 (28.9%)
6 to 11 Years18 (14.1%)112 (49.8%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)26 (25.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years7 (12.5%)16 (35.6%)
18 to 24 Years15 (10.2%)53 (47.7%)
25 to 34 Years60 (22.6%)186 (51.5%)
35 to 44 Years12 (5.0%)39 (20.7%)
45 to 54 Years28 (20.4%)52 (13.6%)
55 to 64 Years54 (22.7%)36 (25.0%)
65 to 74 Years7 (8.4%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)8 (3.4%)
Total280 (17.0%)615 (29.4%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Lancaster

According to the poverty statistics in Lancaster, males aged 5 years and females aged 15 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Lancaster
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years70 (47.0%)31 (29.0%)
5 Years9 (100.0%)27 (71.1%)
6 to 11 Years110 (85.9%)113 (50.2%)
12 to 14 Years73 (100.0%)78 (75.0%)
15 Years12 (100.0%)32 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years49 (87.5%)29 (64.4%)
18 to 24 Years132 (89.8%)58 (52.2%)
25 to 34 Years205 (77.4%)175 (48.5%)
35 to 44 Years226 (95.0%)149 (79.3%)
45 to 54 Years109 (79.6%)330 (86.4%)
55 to 64 Years184 (77.3%)108 (75.0%)
65 to 74 Years76 (91.6%)118 (100.0%)
75 Years and over116 (100.0%)228 (96.6%)
Total1,371 (83.0%)1,476 (70.6%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Lancaster

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Lancaster show that 8.3% or 45 of the total 543 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 29.2%, comprising of 14 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 5.8%, which includes 10 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Lancaster
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children302 (93.5%)21 (6.5%)
1 or 2 Children162 (94.2%)10 (5.8%)
3 or 4 Children34 (70.8%)14 (29.2%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total498 (91.7%)45 (8.3%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Lancaster

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Lancaster
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)113 (58.6%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)90 (70.9%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)203 (49.7%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Lancaster

The poverty data for Lancaster shows that 45 of the married-couple family households (8.3%) and 203 of the single-parent households (39.3%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 14 households (29.2%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 90 household (70.9%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Lancaster
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children21 (6.5%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children10 (5.8%)113 (47.7%)
3 or 4 Children14 (29.2%)90 (70.9%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total45 (8.3%)203 (39.3%)

Employment Characteristics in Lancaster

Employment by Class of Employer in Lancaster

Among the 1,487 employed individuals in Lancaster, private company employees (991 | 66.6%), self-employed (not incorporated) (176 | 11.8%), and local government employees (99 | 6.7%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Lancaster
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees99166.6%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)302.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)17611.8%
Not-for-profit Organizations644.3%
Local Government Employees996.7%
State Government Employees604.0%
Federal Government Employees563.8%
Unpaid Family Workers110.7%
Total1,487100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Lancaster

According to the labor force statistics for Lancaster, out of the total population over 16 years of age (2,954), 53.7% or 1,586 individuals are in the labor force, with 6.3% or 100 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 35 to 44 years, with 83.8% or 357 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 27.4% or 37 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Lancaster
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years55 (31.3%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years135 (73.8%)37 (27.4%)
25 to 29 Years237 (69.5%)21 (8.9%)
30 to 34 Years203 (71.2%)42 (20.7%)
35 to 44 Years357 (83.8%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years333 (63.2%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years109 (54.5%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years118 (64.8%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years30 (13.7%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over10 (2.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,586 (53.7%)100 (6.3%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Lancaster

According to labor force statistics for Lancaster, 69.2% of individuals (1,357) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (1,961) are in the labor force, with 4.6% or 62 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 89.4% or 178 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with college / associate degree education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 8.1% or 39 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Lancaster
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School260 (57.1%)17 (3.8%)
High School Diploma437 (64.3%)11 (1.6%)
College / Associate Degree482 (76.9%)51 (8.1%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher178 (89.4%)8 (3.9%)
Total1,357 (69.2%)90 (4.6%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Lancaster

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Lancaster are Community & Social Service (136 | 9.1%), Management (132 | 8.9%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (131 | 8.8%), Health Technologists (64 | 4.3%), and Education Instruction & Library (54 | 3.6%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Lancaster

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Lancaster, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), and Legal Services & Support (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Business & Financial (100.0%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (75.6%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Lancaster
OccupationMaleFemale
Management101 (76.5%)31 (23.5%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)31 (100.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 64 (47.1%)72 (52.9%)
Education, Arts & Media18 (62.1%)11 (37.9%)
Legal Services & Support32 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library14 (25.9%)40 (74.1%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)21 (100.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating32 (24.4%)99 (75.6%)
Health Technologists32 (50.0%)32 (50.0%)
Total (Category)205 (46.8%)233 (53.2%)
Total (Overall)724 (48.7%)763 (51.3%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Lancaster are Cleaning & Maintenance (147 | 9.9%), Food Preparation & Serving (105 | 7.1%), Healthcare Support (50 | 3.4%), Personal Care & Service (46 | 3.1%), and Security & Protection (5 | 0.3%).
Services Occupations in Lancaster

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Lancaster, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (73.5%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Food Preparation & Serving (100.0%), and Personal Care & Service (50.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Lancaster
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)50 (100.0%)
Security & Protection5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving0 (0.0%)105 (100.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance108 (73.5%)39 (26.5%)
Personal Care & Service23 (50.0%)23 (50.0%)
Total (Category)136 (38.5%)217 (61.5%)
Total (Overall)724 (48.7%)763 (51.3%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Lancaster are Office & Administration (168 | 11.3%), and Sales & Related (86 | 5.8%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Lancaster

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Lancaster
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related25 (29.1%)61 (70.9%)
Office & Administration19 (11.3%)149 (88.7%)
Total (Category)44 (17.3%)210 (82.7%)
Total (Overall)724 (48.7%)763 (51.3%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Lancaster are Farming, Fishing & Forestry (80 | 5.4%), Construction & Extraction (45 | 3.0%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (6 | 0.4%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Lancaster

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Lancaster
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry80 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction45 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)131 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)724 (48.7%)763 (51.3%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Lancaster are Production (209 | 14.1%), Material Moving (57 | 3.8%), and Transportation (45 | 3.0%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Lancaster

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Lancaster
OccupationMaleFemale
Production106 (50.7%)103 (49.3%)
Transportation45 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving57 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)208 (66.9%)103 (33.1%)
Total (Overall)724 (48.7%)763 (51.3%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Lancaster

Employment Industries in Lancaster

The major employment industries in Lancaster include Health Care & Social Assistance (309 | 20.8%), Manufacturing (188 | 12.6%), Retail Trade (146 | 9.8%), Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (107 | 7.2%), and Educational Services (103 | 6.9%).
Employment Industries in Lancaster

Employment Industries by Sex in Lancaster

The Lancaster industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Wholesale Trade (100.0%), and Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Information (100.0%), Finance & Insurance (100.0%), and Enterprise Management (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Lancaster
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting107 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction81 (93.1%)6 (6.9%)
Manufacturing137 (72.9%)51 (27.1%)
Wholesale Trade11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade80 (54.8%)66 (45.2%)
Transportation & Warehousing52 (53.6%)45 (46.4%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing26 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific32 (54.2%)27 (45.8%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Administrative & Support45 (84.9%)8 (15.1%)
Educational Services35 (34.0%)68 (66.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance50 (16.2%)259 (83.8%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation8 (30.8%)18 (69.2%)
Accommodation & Food Services6 (5.9%)96 (94.1%)
Public Administration5 (27.8%)13 (72.2%)
Total724 (48.7%)763 (51.3%)

Education in Lancaster

School Enrollment in Lancaster

The most common levels of schooling among the 822 students in Lancaster are middle school (222 | 27.0%), elementary school (212 | 25.8%), and high school (183 | 22.3%).
School Enrollment in Lancaster
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool323.9%
Kindergarten496.0%
Elementary School21225.8%
Middle School22227.0%
High School18322.3%
College / Undergraduate9511.6%
Graduate / Professional293.5%
Total822100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Lancaster

Out of a total of 822 students who are enrolled in schools in Lancaster, 42 (5.1%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 780 (94.9%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 18 to 19 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 13 (32.5% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 38 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Lancaster
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds38 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old222 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds268 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds112 (86.2%)18 (13.9%)
18 to 19 Year Olds27 (67.5%)13 (32.5%)
20 to 24 Year Olds26 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds48 (81.4%)11 (18.6%)
35 Years and over39 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total780 (94.9%)42 (5.1%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Lancaster

Education (87 | 28.6%), social sciences (36 | 11.8%), communications (32 | 10.5%), arts & humanities (31 | 10.2%), and psychology (26 | 8.6%) are the most common fields of study among 304 individuals in Lancaster who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Lancaster
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics20.7%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural113.6%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology268.6%
Social Sciences3611.8%
Engineering82.6%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology247.9%
Business237.6%
Education8728.6%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History82.6%
Visual & Performing Arts165.3%
Communications3210.5%
Arts & Humanities3110.2%
Total304100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Lancaster

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Lancaster

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Lancaster are males with 2 vehicles (304, accounting for 42.0%) and females with 2 vehicles (313, making up 39.8%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Lancaster
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle37 (5.1%)26 (3.4%)
1 Vehicle70 (9.7%)239 (31.3%)
2 Vehicles304 (42.0%)313 (41.0%)
3 Vehicles189 (26.1%)72 (9.4%)
4 Vehicles91 (12.6%)78 (10.2%)
5 or more Vehicles33 (4.6%)35 (4.6%)
Total724 (100.0%)763 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Lancaster

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Lancaster are 5 to 9 minutes (253 commuters, 18.3%), 45 to 59 minutes (184 commuters, 13.3%), and 30 to 34 minutes (147 commuters, 10.7%).
Commute Time in Lancaster
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes664.8%
5 to 9 Minutes25318.3%
10 to 14 Minutes1228.8%
15 to 19 Minutes916.6%
20 to 24 Minutes1359.8%
25 to 29 Minutes866.2%
30 to 34 Minutes14710.7%
35 to 39 Minutes382.8%
40 to 44 Minutes1168.4%
45 to 59 Minutes18413.3%
60 to 89 Minutes1087.8%
90 or more Minutes332.4%

Commute Time by Sex in Lancaster

The most common commute times in Lancaster are 45 to 59 minutes (120 commuters, 18.7%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (194 commuters, 26.3%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Lancaster
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes54 (8.4%)12 (1.6%)
5 to 9 Minutes59 (9.2%)194 (26.3%)
10 to 14 Minutes62 (9.7%)60 (8.1%)
15 to 19 Minutes38 (5.9%)53 (7.2%)
20 to 24 Minutes30 (4.7%)105 (14.2%)
25 to 29 Minutes43 (6.7%)43 (5.8%)
30 to 34 Minutes75 (11.7%)72 (9.8%)
35 to 39 Minutes7 (1.1%)31 (4.2%)
40 to 44 Minutes61 (9.5%)55 (7.5%)
45 to 59 Minutes120 (18.7%)64 (8.7%)
60 to 89 Minutes67 (10.4%)41 (5.6%)
90 or more Minutes26 (4.1%)7 (0.9%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Lancaster

The most frequent times of departure to work in Lancaster are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (145, 22.6%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (150, 20.3%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Lancaster
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM61 (9.5%)12 (1.6%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM64 (10.0%)38 (5.2%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM6 (0.9%)10 (1.4%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM62 (9.7%)31 (4.2%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM21 (3.3%)61 (8.3%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM145 (22.6%)150 (20.3%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM52 (8.1%)113 (15.3%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM58 (9.0%)46 (6.2%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM7 (1.1%)25 (3.4%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM69 (10.7%)12 (1.6%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM21 (3.3%)118 (16.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM64 (10.0%)75 (10.2%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM12 (1.9%)46 (6.2%)
Total642 (100.0%)737 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Lancaster

Occupancy by Ownership in Lancaster

Of the total 1,479 dwellings in Lancaster, owner-occupied units account for 832 (56.2%), while renter-occupied units make up 647 (43.8%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Lancaster
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units83256.2%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units64743.8%
Total Occupied Housing Units1,479100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Lancaster

Occupancy by Household Size in Lancaster
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household39326.6%
2-Person Household43429.3%
3-Person Household28719.4%
4+ Person Household36524.7%
Total Housing Units1,479100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Lancaster

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Lancaster
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household241 (61.3%)152 (38.7%)
2-Person Household336 (77.4%)98 (22.6%)
3-Person Household121 (42.2%)166 (57.8%)
4+ Person Household134 (36.7%)231 (63.3%)
Total Housing Units832 (56.2%)647 (43.8%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Lancaster

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Lancaster
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School119 (39.1%)185 (60.9%)
High School Diploma362 (62.6%)216 (37.4%)
College/Associate Degree204 (48.6%)216 (51.4%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher147 (83.1%)30 (17.0%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Lancaster

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Lancaster
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years31721.4%
35 to 44 Years27418.5%
45 to 54 Years28819.5%
55 to 64 Years22515.2%
65 to 74 Years1208.1%
75 to 84 Years16110.9%
85 Years and Over946.4%
Total1,479100.0%

Housing Finances in Lancaster

Median Income by Occupancy in Lancaster

Median Income by Occupancy in Lancaster
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied832 (56.2%)$60,804
Renter-Occupied647 (43.8%)$20,139
Average1,479 (100.0%)$42,641

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Lancaster

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Lancaster
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0007 (0.8%)93 (14.4%)
$5,000 to $9,99913 (1.6%)62 (9.6%)
$10,000 to $14,99913 (1.6%)22 (3.4%)
$15,000 to $19,99943 (5.2%)146 (22.6%)
$20,000 to $24,99911 (1.3%)30 (4.6%)
$25,000 to $34,999127 (15.3%)74 (11.4%)
$35,000 to $49,999126 (15.1%)106 (16.4%)
$50,000 to $74,999252 (30.3%)71 (11.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99932 (3.8%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $149,999141 (17.0%)36 (5.6%)
$150,000 or more67 (8.1%)7 (1.1%)
Total832 (100.0%)647 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Lancaster

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Lancaster
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300124 (14.9%)33 (5.1%)
$300 to $499342 (41.1%)75 (11.6%)
$500 to $799143 (17.2%)249 (38.5%)
$800 to $99990 (10.8%)201 (31.1%)
$1,000 to $1,499113 (13.6%)39 (6.0%)
$1,500 to $1,99914 (1.7%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,4996 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total832 (100.0%)647 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Lancaster

Housing Structures in Lancaster

Housing Structures in Lancaster
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached1,15578.1%
Single Unit, Attached352.4%
2 Unit Apartments1238.3%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments946.4%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments604.1%
10 or more Apartments120.8%
Mobile Home / Other00.0%
Total1,479100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Lancaster

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Lancaster
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached817 (70.7%)338 (29.3%)
Single Unit, Attached15 (42.9%)20 (57.1%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)123 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)94 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)60 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total832 (56.2%)647 (43.8%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Lancaster

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Lancaster
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)14 (2.2%)
2 or 3 Rooms0 (0.0%)68 (10.5%)
4 or 5 Rooms331 (39.8%)461 (71.3%)
6 or 7 Rooms377 (45.3%)96 (14.8%)
8 or more Rooms124 (14.9%)8 (1.2%)
Total832 (100.0%)647 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Lancaster

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Lancaster
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas421 (50.6%)266 (41.1%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity401 (48.2%)381 (58.9%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used10 (1.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total832 (100.0%)647 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Lancaster

Household Vehicle Usage in Lancaster
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle21 (2.5%)92 (14.2%)
1 Vehicle310 (37.3%)270 (41.7%)
2 Vehicles288 (34.6%)238 (36.8%)
3 or more Vehicles213 (25.6%)47 (7.3%)
Total832 (100.0%)647 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Lancaster

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Lancaster

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units507325
Median Property Value$91,300$82,000
Median Household Income$53,750$26
Monthly Housing Costs$379$0
Real Estate Taxes$922$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Lancaster

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Lancaster
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00058 (11.4%)21 (6.5%)
$50,000 to $99,999227 (44.8%)181 (55.7%)
$100,000 to $299,999190 (37.5%)109 (33.5%)
$300,000 to $499,99932 (6.3%)14 (4.3%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total507 (100.0%)325 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Lancaster

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Lancaster
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00015 (3.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99956 (11.1%)5 (1.5%)
$25,000 to $34,999104 (20.5%)11 (3.4%)
$35,000 to $49,99977 (15.2%)23 (7.1%)
$50,000 to $74,999133 (26.2%)49 (15.1%)
$75,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)119 (36.6%)
$100,000 to $149,99981 (16.0%)32 (9.9%)
$150,000 or more41 (8.1%)60 (18.5%)
Total507 (100.0%)325 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Lancaster

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Lancaster
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x269 (53.1%)63,079 (19,408.9%)
2.0x to 2.9x60 (11.8%)197 (60.6%)
3.0x to 3.9x20 (3.9%)84 (25.9%)
4.0x or more158 (31.2%)16 (4.9%)
Total507 (100.0%)325 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Lancaster

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Lancaster
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800186 (36.7%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,499143 (28.2%)125 (38.5%)
$800 to $1,499156 (30.8%)153 (47.1%)
Total507 (100.0%)325 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Lancaster

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Lancaster

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Lancaster
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years317 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years701 (96.8%)23 (3.2%)
19 to 25 Years258 (80.4%)63 (19.6%)
26 to 34 Years439 (85.4%)75 (14.6%)
35 to 44 Years303 (71.1%)123 (28.9%)
45 to 54 Years507 (97.7%)12 (2.3%)
55 to 64 Years353 (92.4%)29 (7.6%)
65 to 74 Years201 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older352 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total3,431 (91.3%)325 (8.6%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Lancaster

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Lancaster
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born317 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen701 (96.8%)23 (3.2%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen258 (80.4%)63 (19.6%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Lancaster

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Lancaster
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000879 (93.6%)60 (6.4%)
$25,000 to $49,9991,035 (90.5%)109 (9.5%)
$50,000 to $74,999755 (90.8%)76 (9.1%)
$75,000 to $99,99983 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 and over679 (89.5%)80 (10.5%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Lancaster

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Lancaster
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6273 (86.1%)83 (26.2%)
6 to 18 Years535 (73.9%)273 (37.7%)
19 to 25 Years173 (53.9%)85 (26.5%)
25 to 34 Years330 (64.2%)146 (28.4%)
35 to 44 Years131 (30.7%)199 (46.7%)
45 to 54 Years184 (35.4%)357 (68.8%)
55 to 64 Years154 (40.3%)217 (56.8%)
65 to 74 Years201 (100.0%)95 (47.3%)
75 Years and over320 (90.9%)185 (52.6%)
Total2,301 (61.3%)1,640 (43.7%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Lancaster

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Lancaster
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)6 (5.0%)
5 to 17 Years19 (6.8%)29 (6.5%)
18 to 34 Years96 (23.3%)31 (6.6%)
35 to 64 Years98 (16.0%)193 (27.0%)
65 to 74 Years39 (47.0%)23 (19.5%)
75 Years and over33 (28.4%)68 (28.8%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Lancaster

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Lancaster: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years19 (6.8%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years23 (5.6%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years39 (6.4%)39 (5.5%)
65 to 74 Years7 (8.4%)8 (6.8%)
75 Years and over26 (22.4%)19 (8.1%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Lancaster: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)6 (5.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)7 (1.6%)
18 to 34 Years23 (5.6%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years26 (4.2%)41 (5.7%)
65 to 74 Years13 (15.7%)8 (6.8%)
75 Years and over7 (6.0%)6 (2.5%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Lancaster: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years19 (6.8%)29 (6.5%)
18 to 34 Years72 (17.5%)21 (4.4%)
35 to 64 Years53 (8.6%)103 (14.4%)
65 to 74 Years16 (19.3%)8 (6.8%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Lancaster: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years19 (6.8%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years24 (5.8%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years63 (10.3%)128 (17.9%)
65 to 74 Years33 (39.8%)23 (19.5%)
75 Years and over9 (7.8%)52 (22.0%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Lancaster: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years19 (6.8%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)24 (3.4%)
65 to 74 Years25 (30.1%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)23 (9.8%)

Technology Access in Lancaster

Computing Device Access in Lancaster

Computing Device Access in Lancaster
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop71648.4%
Smartphone1,20381.3%
Tablet73649.8%
No Computing Device21414.5%
Total1,479100.0%

Internet Access in Lancaster

Internet Access in Lancaster
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home72549.0%
Cellular Data Only30820.8%
Satellite Internet25717.4%
No Internet32421.9%
Total1,479100.0%

Lancaster Summary

Lancaster, Kentucky is a small city located in Garrard County, Kentucky. It is situated in the heart of the Bluegrass Region, and is the county seat of Garrard County. The city is located approximately 25 miles south of Lexington, and is part of the Lexington-Fayette Metropolitan Statistical Area. The population of Lancaster was 4,093 as of the 2010 census.

History

Lancaster was founded in 1797 by William and John Lancaster, two brothers from Virginia. The city was named after their father, John Lancaster, who had served in the Revolutionary War. The city was incorporated in 1817, and was the first city in Garrard County.
In the early 19th century, Lancaster was a thriving agricultural center, and was known for its tobacco production. The city was also home to several distilleries, and was a major producer of whiskey. In the late 19th century, the city began to experience a decline in its economy, as the tobacco industry began to decline.
In the early 20th century, Lancaster began to experience a resurgence in its economy, as the city began to attract new businesses and industries. The city was home to several manufacturing plants, including a furniture factory, a shoe factory, and a canning factory. The city also became a major center for the production of tobacco products.

Geography

Lancaster is located in central Garrard County, in the heart of the Bluegrass Region. The city is situated at the intersection of US Highway 27 and Kentucky Route 39. The city is located approximately 25 miles south of Lexington, and is part of the Lexington-Fayette Metropolitan Statistical Area.
The city is situated on a rolling terrain, with an elevation of 845 feet above sea level. The city is located in the Eastern Coal Field region of Kentucky, and is surrounded by rolling hills and farmland. The city is located near the Kentucky River, and is home to several small lakes and ponds.

Economy

Lancaster is a small city, and its economy is largely based on agriculture and manufacturing. The city is home to several manufacturing plants, including a furniture factory, a shoe factory, and a canning factory. The city is also home to several small businesses, including restaurants, retail stores, and service providers.
The city is also home to several agricultural operations, including dairy farms, beef farms, and tobacco farms. The city is also home to several wineries, and is a major producer of wine.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Lancaster was 4,093. The racial makeup of the city was 95.3% White, 2.2% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.4% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.7% from other races, and 0.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.7% of the population.
The median income for a household in the city was $35,938, and the median income for a family was $41,944. The per capita income for the city was $17,945. About 15.2% of families and 17.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 25.2% of those under age 18 and 11.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Lancaster?
Total Population of Lancaster is 3,845.
What is the Total Male Population of Lancaster?
Total Male Population of Lancaster is 1,677.
What is the Total Female Population of Lancaster?
Total Female Population of Lancaster is 2,168.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Lancaster?
There are 77.35 Males per 100 Females in Lancaster.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Lancaster?
There are 129.28 Females per 100 Males in Lancaster.
What is the Median Population Age in Lancaster?
Median Population Age in Lancaster is 36.2 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Lancaster
Average Family Size in Lancaster is 2.9 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Lancaster
Average Household Size in Lancaster is 2.5 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Lancaster?
Per Capita income in Lancaster is $24,524.
What is the Median Family Income in Lancaster?
Median Family Income in Lancaster is $46,125.
What is the Median Household income in Lancaster?
Median Household Income in Lancaster is $42,641.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Lancaster?
Income or Wage Gap in Lancaster is 19.3%.
Women in Lancaster earn 80.7 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Lancaster?
Family Income Deficit in Lancaster is $15,264.
Families that are below poverty line in Lancaster earn $15,264 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Lancaster?
Inequality or Gini Index in Lancaster is 0.52.
How Large is the Labor Force in Lancaster?
There are 1,586 People in the Labor Forcein in Lancaster.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Lancaster?
53.7% of People are in the Labor Force in Lancaster.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Lancaster?
Unemployment Rate in Lancaster is 6.3%.