Lancaster, PA — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Lancaster County · Pennsylvania
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Lancaster based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
57,683
2023 ACS
Median Income
$63,421
2023
Median Home Value
$203,700
2023
Median Rent
$1,177
2023
Median Age
31.9
Unemployment
7.9%
Cost of Living Index
108.0
100 = national avg
Lancaster is a city in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, with a population of 57,683 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Lancaster is one of the communities in Pennsylvania.
The median household income in Lancaster is $63,421, and the median home value is $203,700. The cost of living index is 108.0 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,177 per month. The unemployment rate is 7.9%, and the median age is 31.9 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
57,683
Male
27,606
47.9%
Female
30,077
52.1%
Median Age
31.9
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
17.3%
High School or Higher
38.5%
Foreign Born
13.6%
Veterans
2.7%
Married
28.6%
Avg Household Size
2.5
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.511
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
47.5%
Foreign Born
13.6%
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
42.8%
24,706 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
57.2%
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+)
53,923
English Only
65.2%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
15,536 speakers
Limited English
16.7%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
83.3%
Limited English Proficiency
16.7%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
1,577
2.7% of population
Disability Rate
15.9%
251 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$36,931
Unemployment Rate
17.4%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
1,499
95.1%
Female Veterans
78
4.9%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$36,931
Non-Veteran Income
$30,650
Difference
$6,281
20.5% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
251
Without Disability
1,326
Disability Rate
15.9%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
28,548
#1 Ancestry
German
16.2% (9,322)
#2 Ancestry
Irish
7.0% (4,018)
#3 Ancestry
English
5.1% (2,940)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
21,243
Family Households
11,956
56.3%
Married Couples
6,624
31.2%
Non-Family Households
9,287
43.7%
Single Mother Households
3,754
17.7%
Single Father Households
1,578
7.4%
Living Alone
6,615
31.1%
Children Under 18
Total Children
10,619
In Married Couple
5,283
49.8%
With Single Mother
4,091
38.5%
With Single Father
1,245
11.7%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$68,383
Married Couple Income
$87,870
Single Mother Income
$42,359
Single Father Income
$55,920
Avg Family Size
2.5
Avg Non-Family Size
2.4
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
1,445
Grandparents Responsible
548
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$63,421
-13% vs national
Per Capita Income
$29,234
-21% vs national
Poverty Rate
20.7%
+52% vs national
Gini Index
0.4407
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
7.9%
+52% vs national
SNAP Recipients
27.1%
of households
How Lancaster Compares
Lancaster vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 50,000 - 100,000 residents. Lancaster is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Lancaster, PA has a median household income of $63,421, making it the 14,923rd highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Lancaster has a higher median household income than 47% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Lancaster, PA has a per capita income of $29,234, making it the 18,104th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Lancaster has a higher per capita income than 36% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Lancaster, PA has a poverty rate of 20.7%, making it the 6,784th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Lancaster has a higher poverty rate than 78% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Lancaster, PA has a unemployment rate of 7.9%, making it the 6,055th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Lancaster has a higher unemployment rate than 80% 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 $63,421.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
7.9%
+55% vs PA avg
Labor Force
31,479
Employed
28,996
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
17.3%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
38.5%
of adults 25+
Median Age
31.9
Work from Home
9.3%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Lancaster, PA metro area
Highest-Paying Job
General and Operations Managers
Top Median Wage
$94.1K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
108.0
100 = national avg
+8.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$47,518
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$112,316
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$1,220
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,526
per month
The median household income in Lancaster, PA is $63,421, which is 13.4% below the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $29,234. The poverty rate of 20.7% is higher than the PA state average of 11.3%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4407, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 7.9%, compared to the state average of 5.1%. The labor force is 31,479. 17.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. About 62.0% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 108.0, which is 8.0% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 125.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $47,518 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$266,000
Median List Price
$237,450
Price Per Sq Ft
$159
Days on Market
33
Active Inventory
75
Months of Supply
1.5
Seller's market
Zillow Rent Index
$1,478
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
16.0%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
53.1%
Sale-to-List Ratio
97.6%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
50
New Listings
56
Pending Sales
49
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$159
Median List $/SF
$161
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in Lancaster, PA? According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index for the Lancaster, PA metro area, home prices have risen 453.2% over the past 40 years. Over 20 years, prices grew 113.2%. The 10-year growth rate is 101.0%. Over the last 5 years, prices increased 60.2%. In the most recent 2-year period, the index rose 13.2%. 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 Lancaster, PA housing market rather than Lancaster alone.
Metro area: Lancaster, PA
Lancaster vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 50,000 - 100,000 residents. Lancaster is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Lancaster, PA has a median home value of $203,700, making it the 12,039th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Lancaster has a higher median home value than 57% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Lancaster, PA has a median rent of $1,177, making it the 6,942nd highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Lancaster has a higher median rent than 69% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Lancaster, PA has a price per square foot of $159, making it the 11,662nd 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 44% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Lancaster, PA has a rent burden of 22.3%, making it the 5,941st highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Lancaster has a higher rent burden than 73% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$203,700
Median Rent
$1,177
Total Housing Units
22,285
Vacancy Rate
4.7%
Owner Occupied
47.5%
Renter Occupied
52.5%
Median Property Tax
$3,286
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$1,203
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$3,286
per year
Effective Tax Rate
1.61%
of home value
Median Home Value
$203,700
Estimated Mean Tax
$3,634
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($3,286) by the median home value ($203,700). In Lancaster, PA, this works out to an effective rate of 1.61%. This is above the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Lancaster, PA is $266,000 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 33 days on the market. 16.0% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 1.5 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $159. Zillow's observed rent index is $1,478/month. About 47.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1938. There are 22,285 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $3,286. The effective tax rate is 1.61%, above the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
4.62
per 1,000 residents
+78% vs national
Property Crime Rate
14.52
per 1,000 residents
-16% vs national
Total Crimes
1,089
2024
Violent Clearance
65%
cases solved
Property Clearance
24%
cases solved
YoY Change
+46.9%
violent crime rate
worsening vs 2023
How Lancaster Compares
Source: FBI (2024)Lancaster vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 50,000 - 100,000 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 100% of murder cases but only 18% 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 | 2 | 0.04 | 100.0% |
| Rape | Violent | 18 | 0.32 | 50.0% |
| Robbery | Violent | 16 | 0.28 | 50.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 226 | 3.97 | 66.8% |
| Burglary | Property | 61 | 1.07 | 41.0% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 672 | 11.81 | 22.9% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 93 | 1.63 | 18.3% |
Lancaster, PA reported 263 violent crimes and 826 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 4.62 per 1,000 residents is 77.8% above the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 65% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 672 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 24.8% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending upward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 263 | 826 | 4.62 | 14.52 |
| 2023 | 180 | 893 | 3.15 | 15.61 |
| 2022 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0.00 |
| 2020 | 350 | 1,112 | 5.91 | 18.76 |
| 2019 | 21 | 343 | 1.22 | 19.97 |
| 2018 | 36 | 320 | 2.08 | 18.53 |
| 2017 | 33 | 426 | 1.92 | 24.73 |
| 2016 | 21 | 340 | 1.22 | 19.72 |
| 2015 | 27 | 379 | 1.57 | 22.02 |
School Shootings
Source: The Washington PostTotal Incidents
1
Total Killed
0
Total Injured
0
| Date | School | Killed | Injured | Type | Weapon |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 15, 2014 | King Elementary School | 0 | 0 | unclear | handgun |
Data from The Washington Post, licensed under CC BY-NC-SA 4.0.
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
95.0
Relatively High
Expected Annual Loss
94.9
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
43.5
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
70.1
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
22
Public Assistance
$40.1M
Individual Assistance
$6.7M
Most Common Type
Flood
7 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $32.5M | $4.2M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storm and Snowstorm → | Snowstorm | Mar 2016 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storm → | Severe Ice Storm | Feb 2014 | — | — |
| Hurricane Sandy → | Hurricane | Oct 2012 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Lee → | Flood | Sep 2011 | $5.3M | $2.2M |
| Remnants of Tropical Storm Lee → | Flood | Sep 2011 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storms and Snowstorms → | Snowstorm | Apr 2010 | $1.6M | — |
| Severe Storms, Flooding, and Mudslides → | Severe Storm | Jun 2006 | — | $260K |
| Hurricane Katrina → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | — | — |
| Tropical Depression Ivan → | Hurricane | Sep 2004 | — | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding Associated Wi… → | Severe Storm | Sep 2004 | — | — |
| Snow → | Severe Storm | Mar 2003 | $721K | — |
| Hurricane Floyd Major Disaster Declarati… → | Hurricane | Sep 1999 | — | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Flood | Jan 1996 | — | — |
| Blizzard of 96 → | Snowstorm | Jan 1996 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storms → | Severe Storm | Mar 1994 | — | — |
| Severe Snowfall & Winter Storm → | Snowstorm | Mar 1993 | — | — |
| Severe Storms & Flooding → | Flood | Oct 1976 | — | — |
| Severe Storms, Heavy Rains & Flooding → | Flood | Sep 1975 | — | — |
Showing 20 of 25 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
2,105
Total Claims Paid
$32,776,554
Avg Claim Payout
$15,571
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
6
Federal Funding
$902,238
Properties Protected
13
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
0.49
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 200.1: Acquisition of Private Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine | 3 | $611,996 |
| 91.2: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan - NEW | 1 | $51,776 |
| 91.1: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 1 | $149,216 |
| 602.1: Other Equipment Purchase and Installation | 1 | $89,250 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Lancaster has a relatively high overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are winter weather, lightning, hurricane. The area has had 22 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is flood (7 declarations). 2,105 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $40,064,227 in public assistance recovery funding. $6,652,977 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 6 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
—
Depression Rate
—
Diabetes Rate
—
Uninsured Rate
—
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Lancaster has an obesity rate of —, which is .
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
4
Avg CMS Rating
3.8 / 5
Nearest Hospital
1.7 mi
Lancaster Behavioral Health Ho...
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lancaster Behavioral Health Hospital | 1.7 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| Penn State Health Lancaster Medical Center | 2.2 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Lancaster General Hospital | 3.5 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 5/5 | Yes |
| Upmc Lititz | 9.6 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Wellspan Ephrata Community Hospital | 11.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
13
Pop. Served
121,592
Violations (5yr)
22
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| CITY OF LANCASTER | 120,000 | 2 |
| HAWK VALLEY VILLAGE | 250 | 0 |
| CONOWINGO MOBILE HOME PARK | 250 | 0 |
| COUNTRY GARDENS TRAILER COURT | 180 | 0 |
| ROLLING HILLS MHP | 150 | 0 |
| TIMBER VILLA | 140 | 0 |
| VILLAGE AT SAFE HARBOR | 120 | 4 |
| HILLTOP ACRES MHP | 120 | 0 |
| DEVON CREEK DEVELOPMENT | 100 | 0 |
| COCHRANVILLE MHP | 99 | 3 |
| GROFFDALE MOBILEHOME PARK | 98 | 10 |
| MAYBELLE MANOR MOBILE HOME PARK | 50 | 0 |
| O YES APTS | 35 | 3 |
Greenhouse Gas Emitters
Source: EPA GHGRP (2023)Facilities Reporting
2
Total CO₂e
141.9K MT
Top Emitter
Arconic US LLC
115.8K MT CO₂e
Total CO₂e vs Similar Cities (50,000 - 100,000)
| Facility | Sector | CO₂e (MT) |
|---|---|---|
Arconic US LLC Arconic Corp | Metals | 115,844 |
KELLOGG LANCASTER CEREAL PLT Kellogg Co | Other | 26,076 |
Data from EPA Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP). Includes facilities emitting 25,000+ metric tons CO₂e/year.
There are 13 water systems serving the area. 22 water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years. 2 industrial facilities report greenhouse gas emissions totaling 141.9K metric tons of CO₂e.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Drive Alone
62.0%
-21% vs national
Public Transit
4.4%
+386% vs national
Work From Home
9.3%
-0% vs national
Carpool
10.7%
Walk / Bike
11.7%
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
3
2023
4-Year Avg
2
fatalities/yr
Nighttime
2
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2019 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
Commute data for Lancaster, PA covers travel times and transportation modes. 62.0% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 9.3% work from home, which is above the PA state average of 8.9%. Public transit is used by 4.4% of commuters, compared to the national average of 0.9%. 10.7% of workers carpool. 10.9% walk to work. 0.9% commute by bicycle. In 2023, there were 3 traffic fatalities from 3 fatal crashes.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
89.5%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
71.1%
of households
No Internet
6.3%
of households
Total Households
21,243
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
95.0%
of households
Smartphone
89.5%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
73.2%
of households
Tablet
62.9%
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
17.8¢
per kWh
-3% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
Commercial Rate
11.0¢
per kWh
-25% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
Industrial Rate
7.9¢
per kWh
-29% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$145
residential
-0% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
4% above the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in Pennsylvania averages 17.8¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $145. 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 (50,000 - 100,000). 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
13
Population Served
121,592
Violations (5yr)
22
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CITY OF LANCASTER | Community | Surface water | 120,000 | 2 |
| HAWK VALLEY VILLAGE | Community | Ground water | 250 | 0 |
| CONOWINGO MOBILE HOME PARK | Community | Ground water | 250 | 0 |
| COUNTRY GARDENS TRAILER COURT | Community | Ground water | 180 | 0 |
| ROLLING HILLS MHP | Community | Ground water | 150 | 0 |
| TIMBER VILLA | Community | Ground water | 140 | 0 |
| VILLAGE AT SAFE HARBOR | Community | Ground water | 120 | 4 |
| HILLTOP ACRES MHP | Community | Ground water | 120 | 0 |
| DEVON CREEK DEVELOPMENT | Community | Ground water | 100 | 0 |
| COCHRANVILLE MHP | Community | Ground water | 99 | 3 |
| GROFFDALE MOBILEHOME PARK | Community | Ground water | 98 | 10 |
| MAYBELLE MANOR MOBILE HOME PARK | Community | Ground water | 50 | 0 |
| O YES APTS | Community | Ground water | 35 | 3 |
89.5% of households in Lancaster have broadband internet access. 71.1% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 14.6% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 6.3% of households have no internet access. 11.4% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 13 water systems, providing water to 121,592 people. A total of 22 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 Lancaster County, PA. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Lancaster.
Election Overview
Source: Lancaster County (2024)2024 Winner
Republican
Dem Votes
120,119
41.5%
GOP Votes
166,261
57.5%
Total Votes
289,257
Margin
R+15.9%
Shift from 2020
R+0.2pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 120,119 | 166,261 | 289,257 | 41.5% | 57.5% | R+15.9 |
| 2020 | 115,847 | 160,209 | 281,375 | 41.2% | 56.9% | R+15.8 |
| 2016 | 90,066 | 137,145 | 239,151 | 37.7% | 57.4% | R+19.7 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Lancaster County recorded 289,257 total votes. Republicans won the county with 57.5% of the vote compared to 41.5% for Democrats, a margin of R+15.9%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+0.2pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Lancaster County has shifted 3.7 percentage points toward Democrats.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
965
Total Assets
$7.4B
Total Income
$4.0B
Per 10K Residents
167.3
nonprofits
+181.0% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
205
Median Assets
$593K
Oldest Active
1924
ruling year
Newest Org
2025
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $5.3B of $7.4B 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 50,000 - 100,000
Largest Nonprofits in Lancaster
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFLancaster, PA has 965 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $7.4B. The most common category is Philanthropy & Grantmaking, with 138 organizations. 205 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 167.3 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1924.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
1,039
Total Approved
$355.2M
Jobs Supported
11,656
Per 10K Residents
180.1
SBA loans
+150.8% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
112
Top Lender
Manufacturers and Traders Trust Company
122 loans
Top Industry
Accommodation & Food Services
Data Span
1992–2026
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
933
Total Amount
$296.2M
Avg Loan
$317,512
Median Loan
$100,000
SBA Guaranteed
$220.6M(74%)
Jobs Supported
9,577
Loans
106
Total Amount
$59.0M
Avg Loan
$556,330
Median Loan
$399,500
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
161
15% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$90.1M
25% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$559,783
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 50,000 - 100,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Dhan Hospitality Llc | 2 | $7.0M |
| Lancaster Propane Gas Inc | 2 | $6.5M |
| Spring Edu Llc | 2 | $5.0M |
| Keystone Novelties Distributors Llc | 3 | $5.0M |
| Fortune Holding Limited Liability Company | 1 | $5.0M |
| Bridgewater Lancaster Llc | 1 | $5.0M |
| Faithful at Home Care Llc | 2 | $5.0M |
| Vladi Enterprises Inc. | 2 | $5.0M |
| Acca Learning Llc | 1 | $4.8M |
| Uaap York Inc | 1 | $4.2M |
Lancaster, PA has received 1,039 SBA loans totaling $355.2M in approved funding between 1992 and 2026. The 7(a) program accounts for 933 loans (90% of the total), supporting 9,577 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 106 loans totaling $59.0M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Accommodation & Food Services. The most active SBA lender in Lancaster is Manufacturers and Traders Trust Company with 122 loans. That works out to 180.1 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
24
Total Population
323,939
Avg Median Income
-$111,037,757
Avg Home Value
-$110,875,457
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17501 | 4,823 | $74,942 | $246,400 | $1,122 | 1.5 |
| 17504 | 99 | $87,206 | $205,300 | N/A | 0.0 |
| 17505 | 2,036 | $109,514 | $373,600 | $1,609 | 7.4 |
| 17508 | 1,027 | $110,500 | $328,200 | N/A | 0.3 |
| 17512 | 18,235 | $61,130 | $221,100 | $1,067 | 16.0 |
| 17516 | 5,241 | $108,942 | $290,600 | $941 | 20.5 |
| 17520 | 5,001 | $86,489 | $252,800 | $1,370 | 1.8 |
| 17534 | 0 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.3 |
| 17538 | 7,121 | $96,463 | $293,100 | $1,088 | 4.1 |
| 17540 | 11,172 | $83,229 | $319,800 | $1,329 | 20.9 |
| 17543 | 45,606 | $94,609 | $321,900 | $1,347 | 66.0 |
| 17551 | 11,884 | $69,729 | $273,000 | $1,412 | 10.6 |
| 17554 | 7,561 | $95,516 | $270,600 | $1,346 | 3.1 |
| 17560 | 5,452 | $63,963 | $231,100 | $1,065 | 15.8 |
| 17568 | 0 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.1 |
| 17572 | 3,774 | $79,613 | $300,300 | $1,050 | 16.2 |
| 17576 | 109 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.1 |
| 17579 | 6,373 | $82,298 | $323,500 | $1,056 | 14.6 |
| 17582 | 1,711 | $104,659 | $288,500 | N/A | 9.2 |
| 17584 | 11,776 | $106,363 | $296,800 | $2,022 | 14.8 |
| 17601 | 56,348 | $96,433 | $324,000 | $1,477 | 33.5 |
| 17602 | 51,461 | $71,752 | $250,600 | $1,272 | 24.6 |
| 17603 | 66,788 | $77,156 | $244,500 | $1,265 | 30.0 |
| 17606 | 341 | N/A | N/A | $2,339 | 0.0 |
Lancaster, PA has 24 ZIP codes with a combined population of 323,939. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$111,037,757. The average median home value is -$110,875,457. The average median monthly rent is -$166,665,659.
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