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Lancaster, SC
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About Lancaster
Lancaster is a suburb in the Charlotte Metro Area and in the Lancaster County. It has a population of 9,187 and a population density of 1,420, which is 93% above the national average. It has a median age of 39, which is 1 year above the Charlotte Metro median age and 1 year above the national average.
Lancaster has a median home value of $199,600, which is 47% below the Metro average.The average rent of $1,655 is 7% below the metro average rent and 36% above the national average rent, making it one of the most affordable places to live in Charlotte. The average household income in Lancaster is $29,615 , which is 55% below the Metro average household income and 54% below the national average of household income.
The average school rating in Lancaster is 3. Lancaster also has a crime index 206 that is above the Metro average and above the National average.
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Demographics
Lancaster's population is made up of 39% married, 42% single, 11% divorced and 8% widowed. Baby Boomers make up the largest percentage of the population at 34%, while Millennials have the second largest segment at 26%. Homeowners make up 43% of the population in Lancaster.
- 47% Male
- 53% Female
Employment
The Per Capita income in Lancaster is $22,158. The Median Household Income is $29,738 and the Lancaster Unemployment Rate is 17%.
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Crime Data
Lancaster crime index is 229 which is higher than the national average. Click here to see the Safest Places to Live in Lancaster.
Crime Index represents the risk of crime occurring in a area and is measured against national index of 100. If the Crime Index of an area is above 100 the crime in that area is relatively higher when compared to US. If the Crime Index of an area is below 100 the crime in that area is lower when compared to US.