Lancaster, OH — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Fairfield County · Ohio
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Lancaster based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
40,902
2023 ACS
Median Income
$54,901
2023
Median Home Value
$180,200
2023
Median Rent
$999
2023
Median Age
36.9
Unemployment
5.0%
Cost of Living Index
93.5
100 = national avg
Lancaster is a city in Fairfield County, Ohio, with a population of 40,902 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Lancaster is one of the communities in Ohio.
The median household income in Lancaster is $54,901, and the median home value is $180,200. The cost of living index is 93.5 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $999 per month. The unemployment rate is 5.0%, and the median age is 36.9 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
40,902
Male
19,800
48.4%
Female
21,102
51.6%
Median Age
36.9
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
14.4%
High School or Higher
42.5%
Foreign Born
1.7%
Veterans
7.0%
Married
36.5%
Avg Household Size
2.4
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.160
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
91.5%
Foreign Born
1.7%
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
3.0%
1,215 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
97.0%
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+)
38,260
English Only
97.0%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
534 speakers
Limited English
0.7%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
99.3%
Limited English Proficiency
0.7%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
2,863
7.0% of population
Disability Rate
18.3%
525 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$38,594
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
2,770
96.8%
Female Veterans
93
3.2%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$38,594
Non-Veteran Income
$34,662
Difference
$3,932
11.3% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
525
Without Disability
2,338
Disability Rate
18.3%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
33,345
#1 Ancestry
German
24.7% (10,113)
#2 Ancestry
English
14.4% (5,895)
#3 Ancestry
Irish
14.1% (5,748)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
16,758
Family Households
10,137
60.5%
Married Couples
6,910
41.2%
Non-Family Households
6,621
39.5%
Single Mother Households
2,226
13.3%
Single Father Households
1,001
6.0%
Living Alone
5,306
31.7%
Children Under 18
Total Children
8,320
In Married Couple
5,666
68.1%
With Single Mother
1,960
23.6%
With Single Father
694
8.3%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$71,809
Married Couple Income
$94,245
Single Mother Income
$39,034
Single Father Income
$56,477
Avg Family Size
2.4
Avg Non-Family Size
2.2
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
632
Grandparents Responsible
343
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$54,901
-25% vs national
Per Capita Income
$31,393
-16% vs national
Poverty Rate
14.8%
+9% vs national
Gini Index
0.4267
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
5.0%
-4% vs national
SNAP Recipients
15.3%
of households
How Lancaster Compares
Lancaster vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Lancaster is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Lancaster, OH has a median household income of $54,901, making it the 18,958th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Lancaster has a higher median household income than 33% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Lancaster, OH has a per capita income of $31,393, making it the 15,770th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Lancaster has a higher per capita income than 44% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Lancaster, OH has a poverty rate of 14.8%, making it the 11,287th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Lancaster has a higher poverty rate than 64% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Lancaster, OH has a unemployment rate of 5.0%, making it the 11,559th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Lancaster has a higher unemployment rate than 63% 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 $54,901.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
5.0%
+4% vs OH avg
Labor Force
19,458
Employed
18,425
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
14.4%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
42.5%
of adults 25+
Median Age
36.9
Work from Home
7.7%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Columbus, OH metro area
Highest-Paying Job
Software Developers
Top Median Wage
$117.2K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
93.5
100 = national avg
-6.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$41,157
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$97,279
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$1,194
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,430
per month
The median household income in Lancaster, OH is $54,901, which is 25.0% below the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $31,393. The poverty rate of 14.8% is higher than the OH state average of 12.6%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4267, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 5.0%, compared to the state average of 4.8%. The labor force is 19,458. 14.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. About 79.0% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 93.5, which is 6.5% below the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 101.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $41,157 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$257,000
Median List Price
$234,950
Price Per Sq Ft
$162
Days on Market
37
Active Inventory
92
Months of Supply
3.3
Seller's market
Zillow Home Value
$264,532
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$1,299
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
14.3%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
53.2%
Sale-to-List Ratio
98.1%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
28
New Listings
52
Pending Sales
47
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$162
Median List $/SF
$175
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in Lancaster, OH? According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index for the Columbus, OH metro area, home prices have risen 434.1% over the past 40 years. Over 20 years, prices grew 120.1%. The 10-year growth rate is 112.8%. Over the last 5 years, prices increased 54.6%. In the most recent 2-year period, the index rose 10.7%. The FHFA HPI tracks average price changes in repeat sales or refinancings of single-family properties with conforming mortgages. Because this is a metro-level index, it reflects the broader Columbus, OH housing market rather than Lancaster alone.
Metro area: Columbus, OH
Lancaster vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Lancaster is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Lancaster, OH has a median home value of $180,200, making it the 13,841st highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Lancaster has a higher median home value than 51% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Lancaster, OH has a median rent of $999, making it the 10,076th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Lancaster has a higher median rent than 55% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Lancaster, OH has a price per square foot of $162, making it the 11,373rd 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 45% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Lancaster, OH has a rent burden of 21.8%, making it the 6,433rd highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Lancaster has a higher rent burden than 71% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$180,200
Median Rent
$999
Total Housing Units
18,153
Vacancy Rate
7.7%
Owner Occupied
56.9%
Renter Occupied
43.1%
Median Property Tax
$1,736
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$1,029
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$1,736
per year
Effective Tax Rate
0.96%
of home value
Median Home Value
$180,200
Estimated Mean Tax
$2,046
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($1,736) by the median home value ($180,200). In Lancaster, OH, this works out to an effective rate of 0.96%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Lancaster, OH is $257,000 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 37 days on the market. 14.3% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 3.3 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $162. Zillow's observed rent index is $1,299/month. About 56.9% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1962. There are 18,153 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $1,736. The effective tax rate is 0.96%, below the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
4.05
per 1,000 residents
+56% vs national
Property Crime Rate
21.25
per 1,000 residents
+24% vs national
Total Crimes
1,055
2024
Violent Clearance
28%
cases solved
Property Clearance
7%
cases solved
YoY Change
-6.1%
violent crime rate
improving vs 2023
How Lancaster Compares
Source: FBI (2024)Lancaster vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 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 36% of aggravated assault cases but only 2% 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 | 5 | 0.12 | 20.0% |
| Rape | Violent | 36 | 0.86 | 2.8% |
| Robbery | Violent | 7 | 0.17 | 14.3% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 121 | 2.90 | 36.4% |
| Burglary | Property | 81 | 1.94 | 6.2% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 754 | 18.09 | 8.0% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 51 | 1.22 | 2.0% |
Lancaster, OH reported 169 violent crimes and 886 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 4.05 per 1,000 residents is 55.9% above the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 28% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 754 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 | 169 | 886 | 4.05 | 21.25 |
| 2023 | 179 | 865 | 4.32 | 20.87 |
| 2022 | 112 | 892 | 2.74 | 21.79 |
| 2021 | 107 | 662 | 2.60 | 16.09 |
| 2020 | 106 | 1,221 | 2.60 | 30.00 |
| 2019 | 110 | 1,540 | 2.71 | 37.91 |
| 2018 | 118 | 1,700 | 2.91 | 41.98 |
| 2017 | 133 | 1,711 | 3.32 | 42.75 |
| 2016 | 143 | 1,836 | 3.58 | 45.95 |
| 2015 | 99 | 1,924 | 2.49 | 48.35 |
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
72.6
Relatively Low
Expected Annual Loss
79.1
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
16.0
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
86.5
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
13
Public Assistance
$20.5M
Individual Assistance
$1.5M
Most Common Type
Severe Storm
7 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $9.3M | $1.5M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Severe Storms and Straight-line Winds → | Severe Storm | Aug 2012 | $349K | — |
| Severe Storms → | Severe Storm | Jun 2012 | — | — |
| Severe Wind Storm Associated With Tropic… → | Severe Storm | Oct 2008 | $1.3M | — |
| Record Snow and Near Record Snow → | Snowstorm | Apr 2008 | $261K | — |
| Hurricane Katrina Evacuation → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storms, Flooding, and Muds… → | Severe Storm | Feb 2005 | $9.4M | $53K |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Sep 2004 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storm and Record/near Reco… → | Severe Storm(s) | Mar 2003 | $1K | — |
| Severe Storms, Tornadoes & Flooding → | Severe Storm | Aug 1992 | — | — |
| Severe Storms, Tornadoes & Flooding → | Severe Storm | Jun 1990 | — | — |
| Blizzards & Snowstorms → | Snowstorm | Jan 1978 | — | — |
| Heavy Rains & Flooding → | Flood | Jun 1968 | — | — |
| Severe Storms, Straight-line Winds, Torn… → | Unknown | — | — | — |
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
299
Total Claims Paid
$2,838,837
Avg Claim Payout
$9,494
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
3
Federal Funding
$1,459,491
Properties Protected
1
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
0.77
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 904.2: Advance Assistance (FMA and PDMC) | 1 | $199,500 |
| 403.4: Stormwater Management - Detention/Retention Basins | 1 | $1,248,151 |
| 91.1: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 1 | $11,840 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Lancaster has a relatively low overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are ice storm, landslide, hail. The area has had 13 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is severe storm (7 declarations). 299 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $20,519,343 in public assistance recovery funding. $1,507,424 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 3 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
37.5%
1.4pp above the national average
Depression Rate
27.8%
4.3pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
13.8%
1.9pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
8.7%
1.9pp below 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
38.8%
Arthritis
33.3%
Cancer (excl. skin)
9.5%
Teeth Lost (65+)
17.4%
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
18.6%
14+ days in past month
Depression
27.8%
Loneliness
33.5%
Lack of Support
20.9%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
32.8%
Mobility
15.6%
Cognitive
15.7%
Hearing
8.0%
Vision
5.4%
Self-Care
4.3%
Independent Living
9.4%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Lancaster has an obesity rate of 37.5%, which is 1.4pp above the national average. The depression rate is 27.8%, 4.3pp above the national average. About 8.7% of adults lack health insurance. 79.3% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
4
Avg CMS Rating
2.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
2.1 mi
Fairfield Medical Center
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fairfield Medical Center | 2.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
| Diley Ridge Medical Center | 12.5 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | Yes |
| Hocking Valley Community Hospital | 17.5 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | Yes |
| Mount Carmel Behavioral Health | 19.5 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| Berger Hospital | 21.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
6
Pop. Served
59,325
Violations (5yr)
0
No violations
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| LANCASTER CITY PWS | 40,400 | 0 |
| FAIRFIELD COUNTY UTILITIES PWS | 15,486 | 0 |
| ODRC-SOUTHEASTERN CORRECTIONAL INSTITUTE | 1,461 | 0 |
| LITTLE WALNUT WATER TREATMENT FACILITY | 1,428 | 0 |
| GREENFIELD TWP WATER DISTRICT | 490 | 0 |
| BROOKDALE MOBILE HOME PARK | 60 | 0 |
Greenhouse Gas Emitters
Source: EPA GHGRP (2023)Facilities Reporting
1
Total CO₂e
75.2K MT
Top Emitter
ANCHOR HOCKING GLASS CO PLANT NO 1 *
75.2K MT CO₂e
Total CO₂e vs Similar Cities (25,000 - 50,000)
| Facility | Sector | CO₂e (MT) |
|---|---|---|
ANCHOR HOCKING GLASS CO PLANT NO 1 * Anchor Hocking Co | Minerals | 75,179 |
Data from EPA Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP). Includes facilities emitting 25,000+ metric tons CO₂e/year.
There are 6 water systems serving the area. 1 industrial facility reports greenhouse gas emissions totaling 75.2K metric tons of CO₂e.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Drive Alone
79.0%
+0% vs national
Public Transit
0.1%
-87% vs national
Work From Home
7.7%
-18% vs national
Carpool
8.7%
Walk / Bike
3.3%
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
2
2023
5-Year Avg
2
fatalities/yr
Nighttime
1
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2020 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
Commute data for Lancaster, OH covers travel times and transportation modes. 79.0% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 7.7% work from home, which is below the OH state average of 8.5%. 8.7% of workers carpool. 2.8% walk to work. 0.6% commute by bicycle. In 2023, there were 2 traffic fatalities from 2 fatal crashes.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
88.0%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
74.4%
of households
No Internet
9.4%
of households
Total Households
16,758
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
93.6%
of households
Smartphone
86.8%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
71.3%
of households
Tablet
56.7%
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
16.0¢
per kWh
-16% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Commercial Rate
10.7¢
per kWh
-31% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Industrial Rate
7.1¢
per kWh
-40% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$135
residential
-8% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
6% below the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in Ohio averages 16.0¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $135. 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 (25,000 - 50,000). 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
6
Population Served
59,325
Violations (5yr)
0
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LANCASTER CITY PWS | Community | Ground water | 40,400 | 0 |
| FAIRFIELD COUNTY UTILITIES PWS | Community | Ground water | 15,486 | 0 |
| ODRC-SOUTHEASTERN CORRECTIONAL INSTITUTE | Community | Ground water | 1,461 | 0 |
| LITTLE WALNUT WATER TREATMENT FACILITY | Community | Ground water | 1,428 | 0 |
| GREENFIELD TWP WATER DISTRICT | Community | Ground water | 490 | 0 |
| BROOKDALE MOBILE HOME PARK | Community | Ground water | 60 | 0 |
88.0% of households in Lancaster have broadband internet access. 74.4% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 11.8% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 9.4% of households have no internet access. 14.4% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 6 water systems, providing water to 59,325 people. No water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Lancaster is located in Fairfield County, OH. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Lancaster.
Election Overview
Source: Fairfield County (2024)2024 Winner
Republican
Dem Votes
31,695
37.5%
GOP Votes
51,999
61.6%
Total Votes
84,431
Margin
R+24.1%
Shift from 2020
R+0.6pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 31,695 | 51,999 | 84,431 | 37.5% | 61.6% | R+24.1 |
| 2020 | 31,224 | 50,797 | 83,311 | 37.5% | 61.0% | R+23.5 |
| 2016 | 24,150 | 43,163 | 70,542 | 34.2% | 61.2% | R+27.0 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Fairfield County recorded 84,431 total votes. Republicans won the county with 61.6% of the vote compared to 37.5% for Democrats, a margin of R+24.1%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+0.6pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Fairfield County has shifted 2.9 percentage points toward Democrats.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
327
Total Assets
$527.3M
Total Income
$531.8M
Per 10K Residents
79.9
nonprofits
+99.0% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
31
Median Assets
$397K
Oldest Active
1941
ruling year
Newest Org
2025
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $474.5M of $527.3M 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 25,000 - 50,000
Largest Nonprofits in Lancaster
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFLancaster, OH has 327 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $527.3M. The most common category is Youth Development, with 55 organizations. 31 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 79.9 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1941.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
359
Total Approved
$117.6M
Jobs Supported
3,412
Per 10K Residents
87.8
SBA loans
-9.1% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
59
Top Lender
The Huntington National Bank
90 loans
Top Industry
Construction
Data Span
1992–2026
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
299
Total Amount
$98.5M
Avg Loan
$329,548
Median Loan
$100,000
SBA Guaranteed
$72.3M(73%)
Jobs Supported
2,062
Loans
60
Total Amount
$19.1M
Avg Loan
$317,600
Median Loan
$188,000
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
74
21% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$36.2M
31% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$489,304
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 25,000 - 50,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kumler Collision Inc | 2 | $10.0M |
| Rockmill Brewery Llc | 9 | $5.4M |
| Geronimo Golf Real Estate Llc | 1 | $5.0M |
| Patriot Haulers Llc | 1 | $5.0M |
| Fairfield Insulation & Drywall Llc | 5 | $3.7M |
| Grand Design Properties Llc | 1 | $3.0M |
| Jc & Co. | 2 | $2.5M |
| Medicine Shoppe 1018 Llc | 1 | $2.3M |
| Pumpkin Vine Llc | 2 | $2.2M |
| Medicine Shoppe #1018 | 1 | $1.9M |
Lancaster, OH has received 359 SBA loans totaling $117.6M in approved funding between 1992 and 2026. The 7(a) program accounts for 299 loans (83% of the total), supporting 2,062 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 60 loans totaling $19.1M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Construction. The most active SBA lender in Lancaster is The Huntington National Bank with 90 loans. That works out to 87.8 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
6
Total Population
81,444
Avg Median Income
$79,374
Avg Home Value
$246,583
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 43105 | 9,059 | $96,824 | $311,200 | $843 | 56.6 |
| 43112 | 4,961 | $98,430 | $338,100 | $955 | 35.5 |
| 43130 | 62,450 | $68,242 | $215,900 | $1,031 | 164.5 |
| 43148 | 1,936 | $72,759 | $235,800 | $1,049 | 27.0 |
| 43155 | 2,423 | $92,308 | $233,800 | $634 | 29.7 |
| 43157 | 615 | $47,679 | $144,700 | $1,082 | 0.4 |
Lancaster, OH has 6 ZIP codes with a combined population of 81,444. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is $79,374. The average median home value is $246,583. The average median monthly rent is $932.
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