Lancaster, SC
Full City Profile · South Carolina · Lancaster County County
Lancaster, SC
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 $43,234 , which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,084. The unemployment rate stands at 14.1% (292% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 24.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,236 business establishments, including 162 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Lancaster is $226,300 , 20% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $289,273. Median rent is $824/month, with 36.4% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 93.7 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1973.
Safety & Crime
Lancaster reports 1,064 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 180% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 6,179/100K.
Education
17.3% of adults in Lancaster hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below the national average). 78.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Lancaster has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.4 inches.