Lancaster Township, PA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 8/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher 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
18,573 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
41.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$93,975 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
16.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$270,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$651 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,216 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
68.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Lancaster County
3
Lancaster Metro Area
3
Pennsylvania
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Lancaster County
3
Lancaster Metro Area
3
Pennsylvania
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 7 29
Feb 2 9 32
Mar 3 3 40
Apr 3 1 51
May 4 0 61
Jun 4 0 70
Jul 4 0 75
Aug 3 0 73
Sep 4 0 65
Oct 4 0 54
Nov 3 1 44
Dec 3 4 34

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 44% of residents leaning left and 52% leaning right.

Liberal (45%) (53%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 44%
Hillary Clinton 51%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 11, PA State Senate District 13, PA State House District 49, PA
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Schools

Hamilton El Sch
<1 miles, SE • 1.9 star
Lafayette El Sch
<1 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Wheatland MS
<1 miles, N • 1.4 star
Price El Sch
<1 miles, E • 1.4 star
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Colleges

Franklin and Marshall College
2 miles, NE • 4.1 star
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Hospitals

Lancaster General Hospital
2 miles, NE • 5 star
Wellspan Ephrata Community Hospital
14 miles, NE • 4.1 star
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Airports

Harrisburg International Airport
26 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Philadelphia International Airport
58 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Lehigh Valley International Airport
64 miles, E • 1.4 star
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