Lancaster, NH

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
2,264 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
59.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
23.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$92,525 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$182,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$783 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$798 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
60.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Coos County
2
New Hampshire
2
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Coos County
2
New Hampshire
3
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 19 14
Feb 2 17 17
Mar 3 14 27
Apr 3 5 41
May 4 1 52
Jun 4 0 62
Jul 4 0 66
Aug 4 0 64
Sep 3 0 56
Oct 4 1 44
Nov 3 5 34
Dec 3 20 21

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 51% of residents leaning left and 44% leaning right.

Liberal (52%) (44%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 51%
Hillary Clinton 42%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, NH State Senate District 1, NH State House District Coos 01, NH
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Schools

Lancaster Elementary School
<1 miles, N • 2.3 star
Jefferson Elementary School
8 miles, S • 2.8 star
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Colleges

White Mountains Community College
20 miles, E • 1.9 star
Sterling College
41 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Goddard College
45 miles, W • 1 star
Plymouth State University
51 miles, SW • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Weeks Medical Center
1 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Littleton Regional Healthcare
17 miles, W • 4.1 star
Androscoggin Valley Hospital
21 miles, SE • 3.2 star
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Airports

Burlington International Airport
78 miles, W • 1.4 star
Portland International Jetport
86 miles, SE • 1.9 star
Plattsburgh International Airport
94 miles, NW • 1 star
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