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Lancaster, United Kingdom

England · 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Lancaster is a mid-size city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 47,162. Elevation: 75 ft (23 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
47,162 Population 11,256/sq mi density
75 ft Elevation 23 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
54.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$44,310 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$44,310 median income, 5.1% unemployment
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $44,310
41% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.2%
7% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.8%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

People

Population47,162
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density11,256/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 3%
Veterans4.6%

Economy

B
Median Income$44,310
Per Capita$49,944
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty0.5%

Health

Obesity26.8%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking9.8%
Depression13.5%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI9 (Good)
Rain54.3 in/yr
Sunny Days238/yr
Elevation75 ft (23 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+36.2%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.3%
Population47,162
Population Density11,256 / sq mi
Elevation75 ft (23 m)
Coordinates54.0465°, -2.7999°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average38°F (4°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation54.3 inches (1,378 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$44,310
Median Age40.6 years

Is Lancaster a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lancaster receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Lancaster offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lancaster is $44,310, 41% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 36.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Lancaster experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. The area gets 238 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 54.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Lancaster has a population of 47,162 with a density of 11,256 people per square mile, spread across 4.2 square miles. The median age is 40.6 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.8% female and 49.2% male. The city is predominantly Asian (93.1%), with 2.6% White, 1.1% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 94.7% of residents. 4.6% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 21.4% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 88.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

47,162
Total Population
11,256
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
4.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Lancaster vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.7%
21% above US avg
Other Languages5.3%

Social Characteristics

Lancaster vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lancaster is $44,310, which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,944 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 85.9, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. 24.7% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Lancaster vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$44,310
41% below US avg
Per Capita Income$49,944

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.5%
96% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living85.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone50.7%
Public Transit4.2%
Work from Home24.7%

Walkability

In Lancaster, 26.8% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.8% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 26.4% have high blood pressure. 9.8% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 10.9% report binge drinking. 79.9% are physically inactive, above the national average. 13.5% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Lancaster vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.8%
16% below US avg
Diabetes5.8%
High Blood Pressure26.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking9.8%
30% below US avg
Binge Drinking10.9%
Physical Inactivity79.9%
Depression13.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.0%

Food & Exercise

Lancaster experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. The area gets 238 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 54.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9 — among the cleanest air in the country. 93% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 75 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (4°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average47.9°F
11% below US avg
January Average38°F (4°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days238 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall54.3 inches
43% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median9.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.2%

Geography

Elevation75 ft (23 m)
Area4.2 sq mi (10.9 km²)
Population Density11,256/sq mi
Coordinates54.0465°N, 2.7999°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (4°C) 5.5 in Coldest
February 39°F (4°C) 3.5 in
March 42°F (5°C) 4.5 in
April 45°F (7°C) 3.1 in
May 51°F (11°C) 3.0 in Driest
June 56°F (13°C) 3.4 in
July 59°F (15°C) 3.7 in Warmest
August 59°F (15°C) 4.5 in
September 55°F (13°C) 5.2 in
October 49°F (10°C) 5.9 in
November 43°F (6°C) 6.1 in Wettest
December 40°F (4°C) 5.9 in

Lancaster has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F — from 38°F in January to 59°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 54.2 inches, with November being the wettest month (6.1") and May the driest (3.0").

36.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 7% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 96.3% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+36.2%
7% above US avg
High School+99.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density11,256/sq mi
Total Area4.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone50.7%
Public Transit4.2%
Work from Home24.7%

Frequently Asked Questions About Lancaster

What is the population of Lancaster?

Lancaster has a population of 47,162 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 11,256 people per square mile, spread across 4.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.8% female and 49.2% male.

Is Lancaster expensive to live in?

Lancaster is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 85.9 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $44,310, 41% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Lancaster?

Lancaster has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 238 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 54.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 9.

How is the job market in Lancaster?

The unemployment rate in Lancaster is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How are the schools in Lancaster?

36.2% of adults in Lancaster hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Lancaster?

The obesity rate in Lancaster is 26.8% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 9.8% of adults are smokers. 79.9% are physically inactive. 13.5% of residents report depression.

What are the demographics of Lancaster?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Lancaster is 2.6% White, 1.1% Black or African American, 93.1% Asian. 94.7% of residents speak only English at home. 4.6% of the population are military veterans. 21.4% of residents have a disability. 88.0% have health insurance coverage.

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