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Lancaster, KS
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Lancaster, KS
At a Glance
How Lancaster Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Lancaster's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Lancaster a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Lancaster residents earn a median household income of $44,375 , which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,052. The unemployment rate stands at 1.6% (56% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 8.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 428 business establishments, including 35 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Lancaster is $97,300 , 65% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $225,787. Median rent is $850/month, with 17.4% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 90.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1974.
Safety & Crime
Lancaster reports 348 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 8% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,539/100K.
Education
10.0% of adults in Lancaster hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below the national average). 96.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Lancaster has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 302 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 36.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.