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South Lancaster, MA
Full City Profile · Massachusetts · Worcester County County
South Lancaster, MA
At a Glance
How South Lancaster Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows South Lancaster's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is South Lancaster a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
South Lancaster residents earn a median household income of $104,745 , which is 39% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $42,658. The unemployment rate stands at 11.2% (211% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 27,743 business establishments, including 1,794 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in South Lancaster is $370,200 , 31% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $438,474. The cost of living index is 105.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1954.
Safety & Crime
South Lancaster reports 44 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 89% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 364/100K.
Education
64.6% of adults in South Lancaster hold a bachelor's degree or higher (92% above the national average). 94.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
South Lancaster has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 48.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.