Lancaster, CA
Livability
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Bikeability
2/10
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Walkability
2/10
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Transit
2/10
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Commute
5/10
home
Housing
5/10
visibility
Safety
5/10
local_library
Schools
2/10
local_airport
Airports
8/10
school
Colleges
3/10
accessibility
Hospitals
1/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
- visibility Safety
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Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
- local_airport Airports
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Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
- school Colleges
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Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
- local_library Schools
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Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.
Residents
Population
170,013
332.4M (US)
Median Age
34.2 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
72.5%
64% (US)
College-Educated
20.1%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$76,083
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
84.7%
88% (US)
Average Commute
33 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.8%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$409,100
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$721
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,454
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
55.4%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Los Angeles County
6
Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim Metro Area
5
California
5
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Los Angeles County
5
Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim Metro Area
5
California
5
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 2 | 0 | 45 |
| Feb | 3 | 0 | 47 |
| Mar | 2 | 0 | 51 |
| Apr | 1 | 0 | 57 |
| May | 0 | 0 | 65 |
| Jun | 0 | 0 | 73 |
| Jul | 0 | 0 | 80 |
| Aug | 0 | 0 | 79 |
| Sep | 0 | 0 | 73 |
| Oct | 1 | 0 | 62 |
| Nov | 1 | 0 | 50 |
| Dec | 2 | 1 | 44 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 56% of residents leaning left and 39% leaning right.
Liberal (57%) (39%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 35%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 27, CA State Senate District 23, CA Assembly District 34, CASchools
Amargosa Creek Middle
<1 miles, SW
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1.4
Sonshine Factory Preschool & Kindergarten
<1 miles, SE
Lancaster High
<1 miles, NW
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2.8
Desert Sands Charter
<1 miles, SE
Colleges
Antelope Valley College
1 miles, SW
•
1.4
Career Care Institute
2 miles, SE
•
1.4
Lancaster Beauty School
2 miles, E
•
1
University of Antelope Valley
2 miles, SE
•
1.4
Hospitals
Antelope Valley Hospital
1 miles, SE
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1.4
Palmdale Regional Medical Center
8 miles, S
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2.3
Lac/Olive View-Ucla Medical Center
30 miles, SW
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2.3
Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital
30 miles, W
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3.2
Airports
Bob Hope Airport
36 miles, SW
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2.3
Los Angeles International Airport
54 miles, SW
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4.6
Ontario International Airport
55 miles, S
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2.3
Long Beach Airport-Daugherty Field
60 miles, S
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1.9