Lancaster, VA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 10/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 8/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
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
Commuter’s Dream. The area offers extremely short and efficient commutes, with minimal travel times and excellent accessibility.
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
Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
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
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
22 332.4M (US)
Median Age
35.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
0.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
0.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$73,375 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
0.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
0 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
27.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$285,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$497 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$929 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
0.0% 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
Virginia
3
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Lancaster County
3
Virginia
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 4 38
Feb 3 4 40
Mar 4 1 48
Apr 3 0 57
May 4 0 66
Jun 4 0 75
Jul 4 0 79
Aug 4 0 77
Sep 4 0 71
Oct 3 0 60
Nov 3 0 50
Dec 3 2 41

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 42% of residents leaning left and 54% leaning right.

Liberal (42%) (55%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 51%
Hillary Clinton 45%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, VA State Senate District 25, VA State House District 67, VA
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Schools

Lancaster High
<1 miles, N • 5 star
Lancaster Primary
2 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Lancaster Middle
5 miles, SE • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Rappahannock Community College
17 miles, SW • 1.4 star
St Mary's College of Maryland
30 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Blades School of Hair Design
36 miles, N • 1 star
William & Mary
37 miles, SW • 4.1 star
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Hospitals

Rappahannock General Hospital
5 miles, S • 3.2 star
Riverside Walter Reed Hospital
24 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Riverside Tappahannock Hospital
25 miles, NW • 3.2 star
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Airports

Richmond International Airport
51 miles, W • 2.3 star
Norfolk International Airport
61 miles, S • 2.3 star
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