Lancaster, CA — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Los Angeles County · California
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Lancaster based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
170,013
2023 ACS
Median Income
$76,083
2023
Median Home Value
$409,100
2023
Median Rent
$1,696
2023
Median Age
34.2
Unemployment
7.2%
Cost of Living Index
143.1
100 = national avg
Lancaster is a city in Los Angeles County, California, with a population of 170,013 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Lancaster is one of the communities in California.
The median household income in Lancaster is $76,083, and the median home value is $409,100. The cost of living index is 143.1 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,696 per month. The unemployment rate is 7.2%, and the median age is 34.2 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
170,013
Male
84,186
49.5%
Female
85,827
50.5%
Median Age
34.2
Age Distribution
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
12.7%
High School or Higher
31.4%
Foreign Born
13.9%
Veterans
4.3%
Married
33.0%
Avg Household Size
3.2
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.543
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
35.5%
Foreign Born
13.9%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
45.9%
78,019 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
54.1%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
160,054
English Only
66.9%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
45,502 speakers
Limited English
12.7%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
87.3%
Limited English Proficiency
12.7%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
7,223
4.2% of population
Disability Rate
34.1%
2,460 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$60,041
Unemployment Rate
4.2%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
6,268
86.8%
Female Veterans
955
13.2%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$60,041
Non-Veteran Income
$37,365
Difference
$22,676
60.7% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
2,460
Without Disability
4,763
Disability Rate
34.1%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
46,476
#1 Ancestry
German
5.6% (9,565)
#2 Ancestry
English
4.2% (7,155)
#3 Ancestry
Irish
4.0% (6,759)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
52,183
Family Households
37,811
72.5%
Married Couples
23,364
44.8%
Non-Family Households
14,372
27.5%
Single Mother Households
10,487
20.1%
Single Father Households
3,960
7.6%
Living Alone
11,448
21.9%
Children Under 18
Total Children
37,184
In Married Couple
23,349
62.8%
With Single Mother
11,284
30.3%
With Single Father
2,551
6.9%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$83,490
Married Couple Income
$100,816
Single Mother Income
$51,813
Single Father Income
$74,036
Avg Family Size
3.2
Avg Non-Family Size
3.0
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
5,978
Grandparents Responsible
1,477
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$76,083
+4% vs national
Per Capita Income
$29,766
-20% vs national
Poverty Rate
15.5%
+14% vs national
Gini Index
0.4407
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
7.2%
+38% vs national
SNAP Recipients
17.6%
of households
How Lancaster Compares
Lancaster vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 100,000 - 250,000 residents. Lancaster is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Lancaster, CA has a median household income of $76,083, making it the 10,047th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Lancaster has a higher median household income than 64% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Lancaster, CA has a per capita income of $29,766, making it the 17,505th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Lancaster has a higher per capita income than 38% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Lancaster, CA has a poverty rate of 15.5%, making it the 10,682nd highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Lancaster has a higher poverty rate than 66% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Lancaster, CA has a unemployment rate of 7.2%, making it the 7,105th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Lancaster has a higher unemployment rate than 77% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Lancaster. The median household income here is $76,083.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
7.2%
-6% vs CA avg
Labor Force
71,275
Employed
65,886
Mean Commute
29 min
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
12.7%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
31.4%
of adults 25+
Median Age
34.2
Work from Home
9.4%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA metro area
Highest-Paying Job
Registered Nurses
Top Median Wage
$133.4K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
143.1
100 = national avg
+43.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$62,966
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$148,828
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$2,085
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,601
per month
The median household income in Lancaster, CA is $76,083, which is 3.9% above the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $29,766. The poverty rate of 15.5% is higher than the CA state average of 13.0%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4407, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 7.2%, compared to the state average of 7.6%. The labor force is 71,275. 12.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The average commute time is 29 minutes, with 9.4% working from home. About 74.8% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 143.1, which is 43.1% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 193.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $62,966 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$450,000
Median List Price
$454,950
Price Per Sq Ft
$254
Days on Market
67
Active Inventory
432
Months of Supply
4.6
Balanced market
Zillow Home Value
$460,752
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$2,422
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
48.4%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
25.2%
Sale-to-List Ratio
100.0%
Seller's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
93
New Listings
158
Pending Sales
131
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$254
Median List $/SF
$266
Lancaster vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 100,000 - 250,000 residents. Lancaster is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Lancaster, CA has a median home value of $409,100, making it the 4,364th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Lancaster has a higher median home value than 84% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Lancaster, CA has a median rent of $1,696, making it the 2,975th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Lancaster has a higher median rent than 87% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Lancaster, CA has a price per square foot of $254, making it the 5,074th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Lancaster has a higher price per square foot than 76% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Lancaster, CA has a rent burden of 26.7%, making it the 2,424th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Lancaster has a higher rent burden than 89% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$409,100
Median Rent
$1,696
Total Housing Units
55,045
Vacancy Rate
5.2%
Owner Occupied
58.4%
Renter Occupied
41.6%
Median Property Tax
$3,685
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$1,827
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$3,685
per year
Effective Tax Rate
0.90%
of home value
Median Home Value
$409,100
Estimated Mean Tax
$3,930
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($3,685) by the median home value ($409,100). In Lancaster, CA, this works out to an effective rate of 0.90%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Lancaster, CA is $450,000 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 67 days on the market. 48.4% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 4.6 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $254. Zillow's observed rent index is $2,422/month. About 58.4% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1986. There are 55,045 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $3,685. The effective tax rate is 0.90%, below the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
8.35
per 1,000 residents
+221% vs national
Property Crime Rate
19.21
per 1,000 residents
+12% vs national
Total Crimes
4,519
2024
Violent Clearance
59%
cases solved
Property Clearance
12%
cases solved
YoY Change
-2.6%
violent crime rate
improving vs 2023
How Lancaster Compares
Source: FBI (2024)Lancaster vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 100,000 - 250,000 residents. Lancaster is highlighted in green.
Violent Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Property Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Murder Rate (per 1,000)
Crime Rate Trends
Source: FBICrime Composition
Source: FBI (2024)Violent Crime Breakdown
Property Crime Breakdown
Crime Clearance (Solve) Rates
Source: FBI (2024)Lancaster police solve 81% of rape cases but only 8% of motor vehicle theft cases.
Weapon Used in Violent Crime
Source: FBI (2024)Crime Breakdown
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)| Crime Type | Category | Count | Rate per 1K | Clearance % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | Violent | 29 | 0.18 | 62.1% |
| Rape | Violent | 77 | 0.47 | 80.5% |
| Robbery | Violent | 282 | 1.72 | 58.2% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 981 | 5.98 | 57.5% |
| Burglary | Property | 631 | 3.85 | 16.5% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 1,121 | 6.83 | 15.7% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 1,398 | 8.52 | 8.1% |
Lancaster, CA reported 1,369 violent crimes and 3,150 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 8.35 per 1,000 residents is 221.0% above the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 59% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 1,121 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 32.2% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending downward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 1,369 | 3,150 | 8.35 | 19.21 |
| 2023 | 1,434 | 2,959 | 8.57 | 17.69 |
| 2022 | 1,453 | 3,142 | 8.68 | 18.76 |
| 2020 | 1,199 | 2,690 | 7.60 | 17.06 |
| 2019 | 1,359 | 3,346 | 8.53 | 21.00 |
| 2018 | 1,193 | 3,805 | 7.42 | 23.66 |
| 2017 | 1,219 | 3,318 | 7.59 | 20.65 |
| 2016 | 1,103 | 3,488 | 6.81 | 21.54 |
| 2015 | 1,005 | 3,818 | 6.20 | 23.55 |
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
100.0
Very High
Expected Annual Loss
100.0
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
55.4
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
13.5
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
88
Public Assistance
$2.3B
Individual Assistance
$2.9M
Most Common Type
Fire
61 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canyon Fire → | Fire | Aug 2025 | — | — |
| Wildfires and Straight-line Winds → | Fire | Jan 2025 | $27.4M | $451K |
| Hurst Fire → | Fire | Jan 2025 | — | — |
| Eaton Fire → | Fire | Jan 2025 | — | — |
| Palisades Fire → | Fire | Jan 2025 | — | — |
| Franklin Fire → | Fire | Dec 2024 | — | — |
| Bridge Fire → | Fire | Sep 2024 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storms, Tornadoes, Floodin… → | Severe Storm | Apr 2024 | $13.0M | — |
| Tropical Storm Hilary → | Hurricane | Nov 2023 | $4.2M | — |
| Severe Winter Storms, Straight-line Wind… → | Severe Storm | Apr 2023 | $3.5M | — |
| Severe Winter Storms, Flooding, Landslid… → | Flood | Mar 2023 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storms, Flooding, Landslid… → | Flood | Jan 2023 | $14.3M | — |
| Severe Winter Storms, Flooding, and Muds… → | Flood | Jan 2023 | — | — |
| Wildfires → | Fire | Oct 2020 | $7.8M | — |
| Bobcat Fire → | Fire | Sep 2020 | — | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $2.0B | $2.3M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Getty Fire → | Fire | Oct 2019 | — | — |
| Tick Fire → | Fire | Oct 2019 | — | — |
| Saddleridge Fire → | Fire | Oct 2019 | — | — |
Showing 20 of 92 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
9,092
Total Claims Paid
$72,172,684
Avg Claim Payout
$7,938
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
380
Federal Funding
$444,312,738
Properties Protected
1,908
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
1.87
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 205.6: Structural Retrofitting/Rehabilitating Public Structures - Seismic | 115 | $179,435,867 |
| 205.4: Non Structural Retrofitting/Rehabilitating Public Structures - Seismic | 112 | $221,346,997 |
| 91.1: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 37 | $1,840,060 |
| 300.2: Vegetation Management - Wildfire | 20 | $1,828,346 |
| 91.3: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan - UPDATE | 19 | $1,169,772 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Lancaster has a very high overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are earthquake, wildfire, heat wave. The area has had 88 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is fire (61 declarations). 9,092 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $2,271,767,449 in public assistance recovery funding. $2,865,772 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 380 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
30.6%
5.5pp below the national average
Depression Rate
21.3%
2.2pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
12.6%
0.7pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
12.9%
2.3pp above the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
34.9%
Arthritis
20.4%
Cancer (excl. skin)
5.3%
Teeth Lost (65+)
14.1%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
19.3%
14+ days in past month
Depression
21.3%
Loneliness
43.1%
Lack of Support
33.5%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
35.1%
Mobility
16.1%
Cognitive
18.6%
Hearing
5.6%
Vision
7.4%
Self-Care
5.4%
Independent Living
10.6%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Lancaster has an obesity rate of 30.6%, which is 5.5pp below the national average. The depression rate is 21.3%, 2.2pp below the national average. About 12.9% of adults lack health insurance. 70.8% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
2.8 / 5
Nearest Hospital
2.1 mi
Antelope Valley Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antelope Valley Hospital | 2.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 1/5 | Yes |
| Palmdale Regional Medical Center | 11.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Adventist Health Tehachapi Valley | 34.0 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | Yes |
| Usc Verdugo Hills Hospital | 35.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Glendale Adventist Medical Center | 36.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
19
Pop. Served
8,296
Violations (5yr)
143
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| LAND PROJECTS MUTUAL WATER CO. | 2,800 | 54 |
| SUNDALE MUTUAL WATER COMPANY A, B | 1,050 | 0 |
| AVERYDALE MWC | 1,023 | 0 |
| WHITE FENCE FARMS MWC NO.3 | 749 | 0 |
| LANDALE MUTUAL WATER COMPANY | 550 | 0 |
| SHERWOOD MOBILE HOME PARK | 540 | 0 |
| ANTELOPE PARK MUTUAL WATER COMPANY | 445 | 0 |
| WESTERN SKIES MOBILE HOME PARK | 198 | 0 |
| METTLER VALLEY MUTUAL | 160 | 33 |
| AQUA J. MUTUAL WATER COMPANY | 158 | 0 |
| WILSONA GARDENS MUTUAL | 129 | 0 |
| EVERGREEN MUTUAL WATER COMPANY | 98 | 0 |
| LANCASTER WATER COMPANY | 80 | 1 |
| REESEDALE MUTUAL | 76 | 0 |
| TIERRA BONITA MUTUAL WATER | 75 | 0 |
| LANCASTER PARK MOBILE HOME PARK | 60 | 32 |
| BLEICH FLATS MUTUAL | 42 | 3 |
| COLORADO MUTUAL WATER COMPANY | 39 | 1 |
| MITCHELL'S AVENUE E MOBILE HOME PARK | 24 | 19 |
Greenhouse Gas Emitters
Source: EPA GHGRP (2023)Facilities Reporting
1
Total CO₂e
23.2K MT
Top Emitter
LANCASTER LANDFILL
23.2K MT CO₂e
Total CO₂e vs Similar Cities (100,000 - 250,000)
| Facility | Sector | CO₂e (MT) |
|---|---|---|
LANCASTER LANDFILL Waste Management Inc | Waste | 23,179 |
Data from EPA Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP). Includes facilities emitting 25,000+ metric tons CO₂e/year.
There are 19 water systems serving the area. 143 water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years. 1 industrial facility reports greenhouse gas emissions totaling 23.2K metric tons of CO₂e.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Mean Commute
29 min
+22% vs national
Drive Alone
74.8%
-5% vs national
Public Transit
1.3%
+49% vs national
Work From Home
9.4%
+1% vs national
Carpool
11.3%
Walk / Bike
1.6%
combined
How Lancaster's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
25
2023
6-Year Avg
26
fatalities/yr
Pedestrian
4
Cyclist
1
Nighttime
14
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 23 | 25 | 0 | 4 | 1 |
| 2022 | 29 | 31 | 0 | 6 | 2 |
| 2021 | 18 | 19 | 0 | 7 | 0 |
| 2020 | 27 | 28 | 12 | 8 | 1 |
| 2019 | 19 | 22 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 2018 | 25 | 29 | 6 | 6 | 3 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
The average commute in Lancaster, CA is 29 minutes, which is 21.8% above the national average of 23 minutes. 74.8% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 9.4% work from home, which is below the CA state average of 14.0%. Public transit is used by 1.3% of commuters, compared to the national average of 0.9%. 11.3% of workers carpool. 1.2% walk to work. In 2023, there were 25 traffic fatalities from 23 fatal crashes. 4 were pedestrians.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
90.4%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
74.0%
of households
No Internet
6.8%
of households
Total Households
52,183
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
94.8%
of households
Smartphone
90.8%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
83.4%
of households
Tablet
65.6%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
32.0¢
per kWh
+87% vs 100,000 - 250,000 avg
Commercial Rate
25.5¢
per kWh
+89% vs 100,000 - 250,000 avg
Industrial Rate
21.5¢
per kWh
+119% vs 100,000 - 250,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$161
residential
+13% vs 100,000 - 250,000 avg
87% above the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in California averages 32.0¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $161. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Lancaster vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (100,000 - 250,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
19
Population Served
8,296
Violations (5yr)
143
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LAND PROJECTS MUTUAL WATER CO. | Community | Ground water | 2,800 | 54 |
| SUNDALE MUTUAL WATER COMPANY A, B | Community | Ground water | 1,050 | 0 |
| AVERYDALE MWC | Community | Ground water | 1,023 | 0 |
| WHITE FENCE FARMS MWC NO.3 | Community | Purchased surface water | 749 | 0 |
| LANDALE MUTUAL WATER COMPANY | Community | Ground water | 550 | 0 |
| SHERWOOD MOBILE HOME PARK | Community | Ground water | 540 | 0 |
| ANTELOPE PARK MUTUAL WATER COMPANY | Community | Ground water | 445 | 0 |
| WESTERN SKIES MOBILE HOME PARK | Community | Ground water | 198 | 0 |
| METTLER VALLEY MUTUAL | Community | Ground water | 160 | 33 |
| AQUA J. MUTUAL WATER COMPANY | Community | Ground water | 158 | 0 |
| WILSONA GARDENS MUTUAL | Community | Ground water | 129 | 0 |
| EVERGREEN MUTUAL WATER COMPANY | Community | Ground water | 98 | 0 |
| LANCASTER WATER COMPANY | Community | Ground water | 80 | 1 |
| REESEDALE MUTUAL | Community | Ground water | 76 | 0 |
| TIERRA BONITA MUTUAL WATER | Community | Ground water | 75 | 0 |
| LANCASTER PARK MOBILE HOME PARK | Community | Ground water | 60 | 32 |
| BLEICH FLATS MUTUAL | Community | Ground water | 42 | 3 |
| COLORADO MUTUAL WATER COMPANY | Community | Ground water | 39 | 1 |
| MITCHELL'S AVENUE E MOBILE HOME PARK | Community | Ground water | 24 | 19 |
90.4% of households in Lancaster have broadband internet access. 74.0% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 13.3% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 6.8% of households have no internet access. 6.1% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 19 water systems, providing water to 8,296 people. A total of 143 water quality violations have been recorded over the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Lancaster is located in Los Angeles County, CA. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Lancaster.
Election Overview
Source: Los Angeles County (2024)2024 Winner
Democrat
Dem Votes
2,417,109
64.8%
GOP Votes
1,189,862
31.9%
Total Votes
3,728,427
Margin
D+32.9%
Shift from 2020
R+11.3pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 2,417,109 | 1,189,862 | 3,728,427 | 64.8% | 31.9% | D+32.9 |
| 2020 | 3,028,885 | 1,145,530 | 4,263,443 | 71.0% | 26.9% | D+44.2 |
| 2016 | 1,893,770 | 620,285 | 2,652,072 | 71.4% | 23.4% | D+48.0 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Los Angeles County recorded 3,728,427 total votes. Democrats won the county with 64.8% of the vote compared to 31.9% for Republicans, a margin of D+32.9%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+11.3pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Los Angeles County has shifted 15.1 percentage points toward Republicans.
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Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
675
Total Assets
$526.9M
Total Income
$707.5M
Per 10K Residents
39.7
nonprofits
-19.8% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
34
Median Assets
$84K
Oldest Active
1941
ruling year
Newest Org
2026
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $369.8M of $526.9M total
Nonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 100,000 - 250,000
Largest Nonprofits in Lancaster
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFLancaster, CA has 675 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $526.9M. The most common category is Religion-Related, with 176 organizations. 34 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 39.7 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1941.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
707
Total Approved
$276.8M
Jobs Supported
7,272
Per 10K Residents
41.6
SBA loans
-30.0% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
108
Top Lender
Zions Bank, A Division of
112 loans
Top Industry
Health Care & Social Assistance
Data Span
1992–2026
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
610
Total Amount
$214.5M
Avg Loan
$351,589
Median Loan
$104,750
SBA Guaranteed
$162.1M(76%)
Jobs Supported
6,227
Loans
97
Total Amount
$62.3M
Avg Loan
$642,482
Median Loan
$396,000
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
142
20% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$91.3M
33% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$643,003
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 100,000 - 250,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| First Valley Medical Group | 3 | $8.3M |
| University of Antelope Valley Inc | 4 | $6.8M |
| Bg Hotel Group Llc | 1 | $5.0M |
| Ave K Investments Llc | 1 | $5.0M |
| Sachin Saharan Dds Inc. | 2 | $4.9M |
| Kuzyk Law Llp | 1 | $4.4M |
| Turtle Hospitality Llc | 1 | $3.8M |
| Bains Hospitality Llc | 1 | $3.6M |
| Pacific Auto Recycling Center Inc. | 1 | $3.5M |
| 1825 Lancaster Llc | 1 | $3.5M |
Lancaster, CA has received 707 SBA loans totaling $276.8M in approved funding between 1992 and 2026. The 7(a) program accounts for 610 loans (86% of the total), supporting 6,227 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 97 loans totaling $62.3M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Health Care & Social Assistance. The most active SBA lender in Lancaster is Zions Bank, A Division of with 112 loans. That works out to 41.6 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
2
Total Population
97,246
Avg Median Income
$84,871
Avg Home Value
$444,350
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 93534 | 42,290 | $58,891 | $339,900 | $1,513 | 19.0 |
| 93551 | 54,956 | $110,850 | $548,800 | $2,263 | 84.8 |
Lancaster, CA has 2 ZIP codes with a combined population of 97,246. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is $84,871. The average median home value is $444,350. The average median monthly rent is $1,888.
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