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Lancaster, VA

Virginia · Lancaster County

Lancaster is a small town in Virginia with a population of 22.

Data updated April 2026

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
22 Population 10/sq mi density
58°F Avg Temperature 299 sunny days/yr
69 Violent Crime/100K 3,093 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
69 violent crimes/100K (82% below avg)
A
Education
4.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Violent Crime 69/100K
82% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.6%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

How Lancaster Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population22
Median Age35.0 yrs
Density10/mi²
Male / Female68% / 32%
Largest GroupWhite 59%
Veterans22.0%

Economy

Unemployment0.0%
County GDP$679M

Housing

Zillow$322,726
Rent Burden30.0%

Crime

F
Violent69/100K
Property3,093/100K

Health

Obesity39.6%
Uninsured12.5%
Smoking16.7%
Depression21.8%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
AQI35 (Good)
Rain51.9 in/yr
Sunny Days299/yr
Elevation92 ft (28 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+75.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.70

Community

2024 VoteR 53% / D 46%
Broadband0.0%
EV Stations3
Libraries2

Is Lancaster a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lancaster receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, high obesity rates. Lancaster has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%.

Safety & Crime

Lancaster is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 69 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,093 per 100,000, 58% above the national average.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Lancaster enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 299 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 51.9 inches, including 8.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Lancaster has a population of 22 with a density of 10 people per square mile, spread across 2.2 square miles. The median age is 35.0 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 31.8% female and 68.2% male. The city is predominantly White (59.1%), with 36.4% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 90.9% of residents, while 9.1% speak Spanish. 22.0% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%.

Population

22
Total Population
10
People / sq mi
35.0yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
2.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 68.2%
Female 31.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Lancaster vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 90.9%
16% above US avg
Spanish 9.1%
32% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lancaster vs U.S. Average

The average weekly wage is $991, 31% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 543 business establishments, including 43 restaurants. The cost of living index is 101.1, roughly in line with the national average.

Income: Lancaster vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Avg Weekly Wage$991
IRS Avg AGI$96,293
Gini Index0.509 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)543
County GDP$679M

Business (County)

Restaurants43
Healthcare37
Retail81
Manufacturing9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,606
32% above US avg
Cost of Living101.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $322,726. Fair market rent ranges from $862 for a one-bedroom to $1,052 for a two-bedroom apartment. The average annual property tax is $4,606 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 30.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$322,726

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden30.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$857
1 Bedroom$862
2 Bedrooms$1,052
3 Bedrooms$1,463
4 Bedrooms$1,765

Ownership & Property

Renter-Occupied34.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,606
32% above US avg
In Lancaster, 39.6% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 13.6% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 6.6% of residents. 38.7% have high blood pressure. 16.7% are current smokers. 14.2% report binge drinking. 28.8% are physically inactive. 21.8% report depression. 18.6% experience frequent mental distress. 12.5% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,732. The dentist ratio is 1:10,750. 70.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.5 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.6%
23% above US avg
Diabetes13.6%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure38.7%
Asthma11.6%
COPD7.3%
Cancer6.3%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.7%
19% above US avg
Binge Drinking14.2%
Physical Inactivity28.8%
Depression21.8%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress14.8%
Short Sleep41.5%

Healthcare Access

Uninsured12.5%
45% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,732
Dentists1:10,750
Mental Health1:987
Checkup Rate77.7%
Dental Visits60.5%
Premature Death10,856/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access70.9%
Healthcare Facilities37
Lancaster has a violent crime rate of 69 per 100,000 residents, 82% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,093 per 100,000, 58% above the U.S. average. Overall, Lancaster receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Lancaster vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent68.7/100K
82% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property3,092.8/100K
58% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Traffic Accidents96
Avg Accident Severity2.7 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
View full crime details →
Lancaster enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 299 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 51.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 8.5 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35. The city sits at an elevation of 92 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average57.6°F
7% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days299 days/yr

Geography

Elevation92 ft (28 m)
Area2.2 sq mi (5.7 km²)
Population Density10/sq mi
Coordinates37.7601°N, 76.4487°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyLancaster County County
Nearest AirportSt Mary's County Regional (LTW)
39 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 51.9"
37% above US avg
Snowfall 8.5"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.21"
Driest Month (Apr) 2.87"

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskVery Low
Risk Score32.3 / 100
Social Vulnerability87.8 / 100
Community Resilience93.9 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Very Low
Hurricane Relatively Moderate
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Very Low
Hail Very Low
Strong Wind Relatively Low
Heat Wave Very Low
Winter Weather Very Low
Lightning Very Low
Ice Storm Relatively Low
Drought Relatively High
Cold Wave Relatively Low
Landslide Very Low
Coastal Flood Relatively Moderate
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

34 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.8. Most recent: M2.8 on Jan 14, 2025.

Aug 23, 2011 11 km SSW of Mineral, Virginia M5.8 132 km
Aug 25, 2011 8 km SW of Mineral, Virginia M4.5 135 km
Aug 24, 2011 11 km SSW of Mineral, Virginia M4.2 133 km
Mar 15, 1991 7 km NNW of Goochland, Virginia M3.8 128 km
May 5, 2003 Virginia M3.6 133 km
Aug 24, 2011 16 km NNW of Goochland, Virginia M3.4 132 km
Sep 1, 2011 7 km SSW of Mineral, Virginia M3.4 132 km
May 22, 2014 15 km ENE of Cumberland, Virginia M3.1 145 km
Jan 30, 2012 9 km SSE of Louisa, Virginia M3.1 136 km
Mar 26, 2012 13 km S of Louisa, Virginia M3.0 136 km
Oct 12, 2011 9 km S of Louisa, Virginia M3.0 136 km
Oct 2, 2010 10 km NNW of Ashland, Virginia M3.0 95 km
Aug 3, 1995 13 km N of Williamsburg, Virginia M2.9 46 km
Aug 23, 2011 9 km SSW of Mineral, Virginia M2.8 132 km
Mar 15, 2015 6 km SW of Mineral, Virginia M2.8 134 km
Jan 14, 2025 1 km NNE of Wyndham, Virginia M2.8 102 km
Feb 19, 2012 12 km S of Louisa, Virginia M2.7 136 km
Aug 29, 2011 10 km S of Louisa, Virginia M2.7 137 km
Feb 3, 2020 10 km S of Louisa, Virginia M2.7 139 km
Aug 25, 2011 7 km SE of Mineral, Virginia M2.6 125 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

12 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Dorian (2019, Cat 2).

Year Name Category Closest
2019 Dorian Category 2 267 km
2014 Arthur Category 2 210 km
2012 Sandy Category 1 291 km
2011 Irene Category 1 106 km
2004 Alex Category 2 287 km
2003 Isabel Category 2 162 km
1999 Floyd Category 1 111 km
1998 Bonnie Category 1 211 km
1993 Emily Category 3 223 km
1991 Bob Category 3 222 km
1986 Charley Category 1 113 km
1985 Gloria Category 2 153 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

315 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 3 fatalities, 155 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Feb 24, 2016 EF3 49 km 0
Apr 16, 2011 EF3 71 km 2
Apr 28, 2002 EF3 75 km 0
Aug 6, 1993 EF3 23 km 0
Oct 18, 1990 EF3 59 km 1
Oct 14, 1986 EF3 68 km 0
May 8, 1984 EF3 91 km 0
Sep 5, 1979 EF3 87 km 0
Nov 2, 1966 EF3 35 km 0
May 3, 2021 EF2 24 km 0
Aug 4, 2020 EF2 18 km 0
Aug 4, 2020 EF2 98 km 0
Aug 4, 2020 EF2 99 km 0
Apr 19, 2019 EF2 69 km 0
Apr 16, 2011 EF2 27 km 0
Apr 28, 2002 EF2 97 km 0
Sep 4, 1999 EF2 83 km 0
Apr 1, 1998 EF2 93 km 0
Jul 27, 1994 EF2 95 km 0
Jul 27, 1994 EF2 82 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: BESTPITCH (7,743 ac, 2017).

Year Name Acres Distance
2017 BESTPITCH 7,743 80 km
2004 RETAINING ECOLOGICAL HEALTH 5,678 77 km
2014 BLACKWATER MARSH WUI BURNS FY14 5,433 78 km
2005 MARSH RX-FWS 4,380 80 km
2007 GUINEA MARSH 4,173 80 km
2009 DOCTORS CREEK 3,686 81 km
1999 FB R O C I 3,525 77 km
2019 MDBWR-FY19-RX-MDWHS SUPPORT 3,197 78 km
2011 COMPARTMENT J 2,775 78 km
2005 ISLAND CREEK 2,729 80 km
2004 UNNAMED 2,156 80 km
1992 UNNAMED 2,038 82 km
2005 VEGETATION RESEARCH 1,926 83 km
2011 THOROFARE 1,850 82 km
1987 UNNAMED 1,692 78 km
2004 ROBBINS FIRE 1,612 75 km
2004 BLACKWATER HAZARD FUEL REDUCTION 1,518 81 km
2009 BECKERS ISLAND 1,398 77 km
2022 ELLIOTTS ISLAND 1,324 81 km
2006 UNNAMED 1,260 76 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 3.5 in Coldest
February 40°F (4°C) 3.2 in
March 47°F (8°C) 4.1 in
April 56°F (13°C) 2.9 in Driest
May 65°F (18°C) 3.9 in
June 73°F (23°C) 3.4 in
July 77°F (25°C) 4.2 in Warmest, Wettest
August 76°F (24°C) 4.1 in
September 70°F (21°C) 3.8 in
October 59°F (15°C) 3.2 in
November 50°F (10°C) 3.1 in
December 41°F (5°C) 3.2 in

Lancaster has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 38°F in January to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.2") and April the driest (2.9").

View full weather details →
Lancaster is located in Lancaster County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Rural, a rural community. 0.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 100% below the national average of 33.7%. 75.0% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 4.7 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 53.1% of the vote, a 7-point margin. 0.0% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 3 EV charging stations. There are 2 public libraries serving the community. 37 healthcare facilities operate in the area.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53.1%
D 46.1%

Winner: Republican by 7 points

Safety & Disasters

Traffic Accidents96
Avg Accident Severity2.7 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+75.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.70
A Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro / Rural
Population Density10/sq mi
Total Area2.2 sq mi
CountyLancaster County County

Services

Broadband Access0.0%
Avg Download Speed87.2 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed6.2 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities37
Restaurants43
Retail Stores81

Commute & Transportation

Average costs for common services in Lancaster. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $253 ($152–$404)
Specialist Visit $354 ($202–$556)
Urgent Care Visit $202 ($101–$354)
Emergency Room Visit $2,224 ($809–$5,055)
Dental Cleaning $131 ($76–$202)
Dental Filling $253 ($152–$404)
View all 40 services

Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $46 ($25–$76)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $76 ($51–$121)
Brake Pad Replacement $303 ($152–$506)
Tire Rotation $40 ($20–$76)
New Tires (Set of 4) $607 ($404–$1,011)
Battery Replacement $202 ($101–$354)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $101 ($61–$152)
Electrician (Per Hour) $91 ($51–$142)
HVAC Repair $404 ($152–$809)
HVAC System Install $7,077 ($4,044–$12,132)
Roof Repair $1,011 ($404–$2,022)
Roof Replacement $9,099 ($5,561–$15,165)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,517 ($506–$3,539)
Divorce (Contested) $15,165 ($5,055–$30,330)
DUI Defense $5,055 ($2,022–$10,110)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,517 ($809–$3,033)
Will Preparation $506 ($202–$1,011)
Trust Preparation $2,528 ($1,011–$5,055)
View all 12 services

Personal Care

Men's Haircut $25 ($15–$46)
Women's Haircut $56 ($30–$101)
Hair Coloring (Full) $152 ($76–$253)
Manicure $25 ($15–$46)
Pedicure $40 ($25–$66)
Massage (1 Hour) $81 ($51–$131)
View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $4.15 ($3.03–$5.56)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.54 ($2.53–$5.06)
Loaf of Bread $3.84 ($2.53–$5.56)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.55 ($3.03–$6.57)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.56 ($4.04–$7.58)
Rice (per lb) $1.01 ($0.61–$1.82)
View all 20 services

Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $142 ($81–$253)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $71 ($30–$152)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $71 ($40–$121)
Internet (Monthly) $71 ($40–$101)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $66 ($30–$101)
Cable TV (Monthly) $86 ($51–$152)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $202 ($76–$506)
Car Insurance (Annual) $2,022 ($1,213–$3,539)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $71 ($30–$131)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $15 ($8.09–$25)
Car Registration (Annual) $101 ($30–$253)
Driver's License Renewal $30 ($15–$76)
View all 8 services

Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,213 ($607–$2,528)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $1,011 ($506–$2,022)
After-School Care (Monthly) $404 ($202–$708)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $51 ($25–$101)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $1,011 ($404–$2,528)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $12,638 ($5,055–$30,330)
View all 8 services

Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $61 ($30–$101)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $101 ($51–$202)
Dog Grooming $61 ($30–$101)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $40 ($20–$76)
Dog Spay/Neuter $303 ($152–$506)
Cat Spay/Neuter $202 ($101–$404)
View all 9 services

Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$908
Toddler$691
Preschool$634
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$765
Toddler$658
Preschool$640
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Lancaster County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Retail Trade 660 58 $33,130 1.38
Accommodation & Food Services 604 44 $30,221 1.39
Construction 325 55 $58,433 1.29
Manufacturing 322 22 $98,843 0.82
Other Services 229 50 $33,350 1.59
Finance & Insurance 208 27 $100,077 1.07
Professional & Technical Services 135 51 $81,438 0.40
Arts & Entertainment 124 8 $32,652 1.54
Transportation & Warehousing 86 10 $60,859 0.42
Real Estate 82 25 $50,676 1.10
Information & Technology 56 9 $33,775 0.62
Unclassified 40 12 $43,060 5.99
Agriculture & Forestry 20 6 $70,471 0.52

Schools in Lancaster

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
LANCASTER HIGH High 403 32 12.6:1
LANCASTER PRIMARY Elementary 316 22 14.4:1
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Radio Stations near Lancaster

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
WCWM college radio, freeform MP3 128 kbps

Campgrounds Near Lancaster

1 campgrounds found near Lancaster.

National Parks Near Lancaster

60 national parks and monuments found near Lancaster.

ParkTypeFee
Barnes Woods Nature Preserve State Park Free
Belle Isle State Park State Park Free
Bill Burton State Park State Park Free
Black Walnut Point Nrma State Park Free
Caledon State Park State Park Free
Calvert Cliffs Sp State Park Free
Cape Henry Memorial Part of Colonial National Historical Park Part of Colonial National Historical Park Free
Chapel Point Sp State Park Free
Chapman Sp State Park Free
Chippokes Plantation State Park State Park Free
Choptank River Fishing Pier State Park State Park Free
Colonial National Historical Park National Historical Park $15
Croom Nrma State Park Free
First Landing State Park State Park Free
Fort Monroe National Monument National Monument Free
Fort Washington Park Park Free
Full Mill Branch Nrma State Park Free
George Washington Birthplace National Monument National Monument Free
Greenwell Sp State Park Free
Hall Creek NRMA (DNR) State Park Free
Harmony Hall Free
Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad National Historical Park National Historical Park Free
Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad State Park State Park Free
Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad State Park State Park Free
Historic Jamestowne Part of Colonial National Historical Park Part of Colonial National Historical Park $15
House Creek Nrma State Park Free
James Branch Nature Preserve State Park Free
Janes Island Sp State Park Free
Janes Island State Park State Park Free
Kings Landing Nrma State Park Free
Kiptopeke State Park State Park Free
Leesylvania State Park State Park Free
Machicomoco State Park State Park Free
Maggie L Walker National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Mason Neck State Park State Park Free
Mattawoman Nea State Park Free
MATTAWOMAN NEA - Mattawoman Wildland State Park Free
Maxwell Hall Nrma State Park Free
Merkle Nrma State Park Free
Middle Peninsula State Park State Park Free
Milburn Landing State Park State Park Free
Milltown Landing Nrma State Park Free
Nanjemoy Natural Resource Management Area State Park Free
Newtowne Neck Sp State Park Free
Piscataway Park Park Free
Point Lookout Sp State Park Free
Prince William Forest Park Park $20
Richmond National Battlefield Park National Battlefield Park Free
Smallwood Sp State Park Free
Spice Creek Nrma State Park Free
St Marys River Sp State Park Free
St. Clements Island Sp State Park Free
Thomas Stone National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Trap Pond State Park State Park Free
Westmoreland State Park State Park Free
Widewater State Park State Park Free
York River State Park State Park Free
Yorktown Battlefield Part of Colonial National Historical Park Part of Colonial National Historical Park $15
Zekiah Swamp Nea State Park Free
ZEKIAH SWAMP NEA - Zekiah Swamp Wildland State Park Free

Museums in Lancaster

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
DELTAVILLE MARITIME MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION8047767200$557,742
GREATER REEDVILLE ASSOCIATIONHISTORY MUSEUM504 MAIN STREET8044536529$290,046
REEDVILLE FISHERMEN'S MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM504 MAIN ST8044536529$290,046
MARY BALL WASHINGTON MUSEUM & LIBRARYHISTORY MUSEUM8346 MARY BALL RD$143,364
STEAMBOAT MUSEUM AT IRVINGTONGENERAL MUSEUM156 KING CARTER DRIVE8044386888$75,999
MORATTICO WATERFRONT MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM$48,307
NORTHERN NECK FARM MUSEUM AT COOPERS LANDING LUTHER WELCHGENERAL MUSEUM$41,534
NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION86 BACK ST8045808581$40,805
HISTORIC CHRIST CHURCH BURYING GROUNDHISTORIC PRESERVATION420 CHRIST CHURCH RD8044386855
KILMARNOCK MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM76 N MAIN STREET8044369100
LANCASTER COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
MIDDLESEX COUNTY MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM8047583663
MIDDLESEX COUNTY MUSEUM & HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION777 GENERAL PULLER HIGHWAY8047583663
NORTHUMBERLAND PRESERVATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION
RIVER BIRCH ANIMAL FARMZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION

Libraries in Lancaster

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
LANCASTER COMMUNITY LIBRARY235 SCHOOL STREET0.081,263
MIDDLESEX COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY150 GRACE STREET0.023,898
NORTHUMBERLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY7204 NORTHUMBERLAND HIGHWAY0.020,658

Farmers Markets in Lancaster

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Deltaville Farmers Market287 Jackson Creek RoadVisit
Heathsville Farmers Market73 Monument Place04/01/2018 to 11/01/2018Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;Visit
Irvington Farmers Market
Middlesex County Farmers MarketRoute 33
Saluda Outdoor Farmers MarketCourthouse Square
Urbanna Farmers MarketBonner St and Rappahannock St.Visit

Restaurants in Lancaster

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Corner
The Oaks

Theatres in Lancaster

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ampitheatre

Clinics in Lancaster

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Lancaster County Health Clinic

Gas Stations in Lancaster

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BP
Citgo

Banks in Lancaster

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Chesapeake Bank - Lively

Breweries in Lancaster

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Lancaster TavernRestaurant, Restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Hotel, Bar & Grill Restaurants8373 Mary Ball Rd8044620080Visit

Ski Resorts Near Lancaster

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Sugarloaf 119.0 14 1,286 $81 November - April Yes

Pharmacies in Lancaster

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
LIVELY DRUG 36 LIVELY OAKS ROAD 804-462-5644

EV Charging Stations in Lancaster

NameAddressNetworkLevel 2DC FastConnectorsAccess
Smith Point Marina, Inc989 Smith Point RdNon-NetworkedNEMA1450public

Cell Towers in Lancaster

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
ROUTE 2, NORTH EAST OF ROUTE 201TOWER96
ROUTE 2, NORTH EAST OF ROUTE 201TOWER96
ROUTE 607 AND ROUTE 3 (78280)GTOWER95
17164 Northumberland Highway (78815)LTOWER85
(Lankford) 8315 Mary Ball RoadLTOWER81
(Lankford) 8315 Mary Ball RoadLTOWER81
STATE ROUTE 644 (78293)LTOWER81
HCR 61, Box 355 (114145)LTOWER79
55 Oaks Landing Drive (114385)LTOWER79
2528 General Puller HwyTOWER75
2528 General Puller HwyTOWER75
11703 NORTHUMBERLAND HIGHWAY (78305)LTOWER71
2172 Northumberland Highway (78306)LTOWER71
GLOUCESTER CO. VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPT. RT. 610TOWER59

Fire Stations in Lancaster

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Fairfield Volunteer Fire Department119 Main STVolunteer804-453-4055

Bridges in Lancaster

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Tee BeamConcrete1939976,092F
Tee BeamConcrete1939436,092G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19941,7635,778F
SlabPrestressed concrete continuous2001102466F
SlabConcrete201230237G
CulvertAluminum/Wrought Iron/Cast Iron197323161F

Correctional Facilities in Lancaster

NameAddressTypePopulationCapacityStatus
LANCASTER COUNTY JAIL8293 MARY BALL RDCOUNTY-999-999OPEN

Airports Near Lancaster

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Felker Army Air FieldFAFMedium Airport
Langley Air Force BaseLFIMedium Airport
Newport News Williamsburg International AirportPHFMedium Airport
Patuxent River Naval Air Station (Trapnell Field)NHKMedium Airport
Aberdeen FieldSmall Airport
Accomack County AirportMFVSmall Airport
Anderson Farm AirportSmall Airport
Apple Grove AirportSmall Airport
Arcadia Farms AirportSmall Airport
Barren Creek Field AirportSmall Airport
Barton Hall AirfieldSmall Airport
Bigler AirfieldSmall Airport
Bill Davenport Memorial AirportSmall Airport
Branham Mill AirparkSmall Airport
Brooklyn AirportSmall Airport
Bull Farm AirportSmall Airport
Burgess FieldSmall Airport
Camp Peary Landing StripSmall Airport
Campbell FieldSmall Airport
Chandler AirportSmall Airport
Cherry FieldSmall Airport
Cherrystone AirportSmall Airport
Chesapeake Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Clements AirportSmall Airport
Crisfield-Somerset County AirportSmall Airport
D&B AirportSmall Airport
Dahlgren Naval Surface Warfare Center AirportDGNSmall Airport
Deerfield AirportSmall Airport
Devil's Reach Landing AirportSmall Airport
Doves Nest FieldSmall Airport
Eagles Nest AirportSmall Airport
Earth AirportSmall Airport
Edelen FieldSmall Airport
Federhart-Ophelia AirportSmall Airport
Folly Neck AirportSmall Airport
Foster FieldSmall Airport
Hampton AirportSmall Airport
Handy StripSmall Airport
Henshaw AirportSmall Airport
Holly Point AirportSmall Airport
Holly Springs Farm AirportSmall Airport
Hummel FieldSmall Airport
Hunt AirportSmall Airport
Jett AirparkSmall Airport
Lanseair Farms AirportSmall Airport
Lee FieldSmall Airport
Longbranch AirportSmall Airport
Machipongo International AirportSmall Airport
Mears Creek AirfieldSmall Airport
Melville AirstripSmall Airport

Police Stations in Lancaster

5 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Exmore Police Department
Lancaster County Sheriff's Office
Middlesex County Sheriff's Office75 Oaks Landing Road
Northumberland County Sheriff's Office195 Judicial Place
Virginia Marine Police, Northern Area Office5366 Jessie Dupont Memorial Highway

Grocery Stores in Lancaster

5 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Chill Stop 4Convenience Store7812 River Rd
Corner MarketConvenience Store5057 Jesse Dupont Mem Hwy
Dollar General 12346Other5236 MARY BALL RD
Dollar General 24738Other4787 Jessie Dupont Memorial Hwy
Urbanna C Store LlcConvenience Store2059 Beanes Rd

Treatment Centers in Lancaster

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Rappahannock General Hospital - Bridges Structured Outpatient ProgramMental Health804-435-9237

DOL Wage Violations in Lancaster

1 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $9,004 in back wages owed to 12 employees.

1
Violations
$9,004
Back Wages Owed
12
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Cap'n Tom's Seafood 22503 1 $9,004 $750 12

Churches & Religious Organizations in Lancaster

7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
CORROTTOMAN BAPTIST CHURCH48 OTTOMAN FERRY RD
FAIRPORT BAPTIST CHURCH2395 FAIRPORT RD
HISTORIC WHITE MARSH CHURCH INCPO BOX 24
LEBANON BAPTIST CHURCHPO BOX 344
NORWOOD BAPTIST CHURCH480 MULBERRY CREEK RD
QUEEN ESTHER COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION INCPO BOX 216
TIBITHA CHURCH OF GODPO BOX 167

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Historic Markers
8
Officially designated historical markers from the Historical Marker Database
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UFO Sightings
2
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Mines
2
Active and inactive mining sites tracked by the Mine Safety and Health Administration
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Haunted Places
1
Locations with documented reports of paranormal activity and sightings
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Frequently Asked Questions About Lancaster

What is the population of Lancaster?

Lancaster has a population of 22 residents and is located in Virginia. The population density is 10 people per square mile, spread across 2.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 35.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 31.8% female and 68.2% male.

Is Lancaster expensive to live in?

Lancaster has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 101.1 (baseline: 100).

Is Lancaster safe?

Lancaster is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 69 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,093 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Lancaster receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Lancaster?

Lancaster enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 299 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 51.9 inches, with 8.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 35.

How is the job market in Lancaster?

The job market in Lancaster is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $991. There are 543 business establishments in the area, including 43 restaurants and food service locations.

How are the schools in Lancaster?

Schools in Lancaster have an average test score of 4.7 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 0.0% of adults in Lancaster hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.0% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Lancaster?

The obesity rate in Lancaster is 39.6% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 16.7% of adults are smokers. 28.8% are physically inactive. 21.8% of residents report depression. 12.5% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 70.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,732.

What are the demographics of Lancaster?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Lancaster is 59.1% White, 36.4% Black or African American. 90.9% of residents speak only English at home, while 9.1% speak Spanish. 22.0% of the population are military veterans.

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