Lancaster, KY
Full City Profile · Kentucky · Garrard County County
Lancaster, KY
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 $45,795 , which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $22,431. The unemployment rate stands at 15.3% (325% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 21.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 424 business establishments, including 17 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Lancaster is $134,700 , 52% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $253,155. Median rent is $768/month, with 32.6% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 90.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1971.
Safety & Crime
Lancaster reports 98 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 74% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 975/100K.
Education
12.7% of adults in Lancaster hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% below the national average). 81.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Lancaster has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.9 inches.