Lancaster, SC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 7/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 1/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
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
8,738 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
59.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
17.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$43,234 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
72.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$226,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$395 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$606 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
40.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Lancaster County
3
Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia Metro Area
2
South Carolina
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Lancaster County
4
Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia Metro Area
3
South Carolina
6

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 1 42
Feb 4 0 45
Mar 4 0 52
Apr 3 0 61
May 3 0 69
Jun 4 0 77
Jul 4 0 80
Aug 5 0 79
Sep 4 0 72
Oct 3 0 62
Nov 3 0 52
Dec 3 0 44

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 39% of residents leaning left and 57% leaning right.

Liberal (40%) (58%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 62%
Hillary Clinton 35%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 5, SC State Senate District 27, SC State House District 45, SC
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Schools

Lancaster High
<1 miles, N • 3.2 star
North Elementary
<1 miles, N • 2.3 star
Discovery Charter of Lancaster
<1 miles, S • 3.7 star
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Colleges

York Technical College
19 miles, N • 1.4 star
Clinton College
20 miles, NW • 1 star
Winthrop University
21 miles, N • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Musc Health Lancaster Medical Center
<1 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Piedmont Medical Center
22 miles, N • 2.3 star
Atrium Health Union
22 miles, NE • 2.3 star
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Airports

Columbia Metropolitan Airport
58 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Florence Regional Airport
71 miles, SE • 1 star
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