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Cost of living in Lancaster summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in Lancaster. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around South Carolina. Key points include:
The cost of living in Lancaster is 95 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in Lancaster is 0.9x lower than the national average.
The median home value in Lancaster is $291,062.
The median income in Lancaster is $46,311.
Lancaster's Overall Cost Of Living
Lower Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In Lancaster Comparison Table
| Living Expense | Lancaster | South Carolina | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 95 | 92 | 100 |
| Services | 98 | 97 | 100 |
| Groceries | 98 | 96 | 100 |
| Health | 82 | 82 | 100 |
| Housing | 101 | 101 | 100 |
| Transportation | 101 | 101 | 100 |
| Utilities | 101 | 97 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
Lancaster, SC Weather
The average high in Lancaster is 72.6° and the average low is 49.9°.
There are 71.2 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 44.2 inches of precipitation each year with 1.7 inches of snow.
| Stat | Lancaster |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 72.6 |
| Average Annual Low | 49.9 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 71.2 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 44.2 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 1.7 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
Lancaster, SC Photos
4 Reviews & Comments About Lancaster
Guy can't even pronounce the city's right. I was born and raised In Lancaster. It's a beautiful place. Good folks
I've lived in Lancaster most of my life and yep its trash
Bruh I live in Lancaster we have fun tho it's not bad
I lived in Lancaster for a few years, and they had some of the nicest people there. It was the most expensive town I had ever lived in, but it had a lot to offer when I lived there!
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Lancaster Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in Lancaster
The current population in Lancaster is 8,921. The population has increased 7.7% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 8,921 | 2.1% |
| 2023 | 8,738 | 1.7% |
| 2022 | 8,592 | 1.2% |
| 2021 | 8,489 | -7.6% |
| 2020 | 9,187 | 0.5% |
| 2019 | 9,143 | -0.1% |
| 2018 | 9,150 | 2.3% |
| 2017 | 8,948 | -0.3% |
| 2016 | 8,971 | 1.3% |
| 2015 | 8,853 | 0.6% |
| 2014 | 8,801 | 1.1% |
| 2013 | 8,703 | 1.9% |
| 2012 | 8,542 | 1.4% |
| 2011 | 8,424 | 1.7% |
| 2010 | 8,283 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Lancaster
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Lancaster is:
40.3% White with 3,592 White residents.
45.9% African American with 4,098 African American residents.
0.2% American Indian with 14 American Indian residents.
0.8% Asian with 68 Asian residents.
0.0% Hawaiian with 0 Hawaiian residents.
0.3% Other with 29 Other residents.
1.2% Two Or More with 106 Two Or More residents.
11.4% Hispanic with 1,014 Hispanic residents.
| Race | Lancaster | SC | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 40.3% | 61.9% | 57.4% |
| African American | 45.9% | 24.6% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 0.8% | 1.7% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 1.2% | 3.7% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 11.4% | 7.4% | 19.3% |
Gender in Lancaster
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Lancaster is 53.2% female with 4,749 female residents.
Lancaster is 46.8% male with 4,171 male residents.
| Gender | Lancaster | SC | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.2% | 51.3% | 50.5% |
| Male | 46.8% | 48.7% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Lancaster for adults over 25
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12.0% of adults in Lancaster completed < 9th grade.
8.0% of adults in Lancaster completed 9-12th grade.
28.0% of adults in Lancaster completed high school / ged.
21.0% of adults in Lancaster completed some college.
10.0% of adults in Lancaster completed associate's degree.
12.0% of adults in Lancaster completed bachelor's degree.
7.0% of adults in Lancaster completed master's degree.
2.0% of adults in Lancaster completed professional degree.
0.0% of adults in Lancaster completed doctorate degree.
| Education | Lancaster | SC | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 12.0% | 3.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 8.0% | 7.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 28.0% | 28.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 21.0% | 20.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 10.0% | 10.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 12.0% | 20.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 7.0% | 9.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 2.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 0.0% | 1.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Lancaster, South Carolina
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10.3% of households in Lancaster earn Less than $10,000.
7.0% of households in Lancaster earn $10,000 to $14,999.
15.1% of households in Lancaster earn $15,000 to $24,999.
7.5% of households in Lancaster earn $25,000 to $34,999.
15.5% of households in Lancaster earn $35,000 to $49,999.
17.6% of households in Lancaster earn $50,000 to $74,999.
9.2% of households in Lancaster earn $75,000 to $99,999.
10.2% of households in Lancaster earn $100,000 to $149,999.
2.0% of households in Lancaster earn $150,000 to $199,999.
5.6% of households in Lancaster earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | Lancaster | SC | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 10.3% | 5.9% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 7.0% | 3.8% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 15.1% | 7.3% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 7.5% | 7.7% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 15.5% | 11.9% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 17.6% | 17.0% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 9.2% | 13.1% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 10.2% | 16.4% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 2.0% | 8.0% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 5.6% | 8.9% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)
