Livability Score

87
/100
i The AreaVibes Livability Score evaluates 9 different categories and creates an overall score out of 100. The higher the score, the better the area.

amenities A+

There are lots of amenities close to this location.
Coffee (7) B
Tim Hortons
Coffee Shop
Sweet Corner
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
L-City Coffee
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Tim Hortons
Coffee Shop
Entertainment (7) C-
Fairfield County Fairgrounds
Attraction
Georgian Museum
Museum
Sherman House State Memorial
Museum
Decorative Arts Center of Ohio Reese-Peters House
Museum
Cinemark River Valley Mall and XD
Cinema
Tiki Bowling Lanes
Bowling Alley
Skyview Drive-In
Cinema
Food and Drink (58) A+
Charleys Philly Steaks
Fast Food
Little Caesars
Fast Food
Papa John's
Fast Food
Extreme Creamery
Sweets
The Pit Stop
Alcohol
Rally's
Fast Food
Domino's
Fast Food
Center City Drive-Thru
Alcohol
Wendy's
Fast Food
Domino's
Fast Food
Sweeney's Pub
Bar
Fairview Inn
Bar
Donut World
Fast Food
Dairy Queen
Fast Food
Stu's Place
Bar
Subway
Fast Food
McDonald's
Fast Food
Avondale Drive Thru
Alcohol
Arby's
Fast Food
Locker 8 Sports Bar
Bar
Chipotle
Fast Food
Cristy's Pizza Subs & Salads
Fast Food
Orange Carpet Lounge
Bar
O'Huid's
Bar
Downtown Fruit Passion
Fast Food
Fitness (6) A+
Pearl Yoga
Gym
Planet Fitness
Gym
Hall of Heroes Iron Gym
Gym
Flats on Memorial Community Center
Community Centre
YMCA RecPlex
Gym
New Energy Fitness Center
Gym
Groceries (10) A+
Save-A-Lot
Grocery Store
Happy Goat
Bakery
Kroger
Grocery Store
Provisions Bakery & Deli
Bakery
ALDI
Grocery Store
Bay Food Market
Grocery Store
Fred's Market
Grocery Store
Kroger
Grocery Store
Giant Eagle
Grocery Store
Walmart Supercenter
Grocery Store
Meijer
Grocery Store
Parks (30) A+
Miller Park
Park
Rising Park
Park
Rising Park Playground
Playground
Veterans Square
Park
Zane Square
Park
Keller-Kirn Park
Park
Fountain Square
Park
Hocking Park
Park
Firehouse Park
Park
Glassco Park
Park
Marten's Park
Park
Cenci Park
Park
Cenci Park
Park
Elmwood Park
Park
Jerry Maher Park
Park
Lanreco Park
Park
Hunter Park
Park
Olivedale Park
Park
Mary Burnham Park
Park
Deffenbaugh Park
Park
Cedarlen Park
Park
Huffer Durdin Park
Park
Utica Park
Park
Wacker Park
Park
Soccer Complex
Park
Shops (129) A+
Sprint
Electronics
Metro by T-Mobile
Electronics
Boost Mobile
Electronics
Nailtek
Beauty
Palm Beach Tan
Beauty
Batteries Unlimited
Electronics
Thou Art Studios
Beauty
OP Gallo Tuxedo
Clothing
Salon Naturel
Beauty
Slaters Hardware
Home Improvement
Plaza Barber Shop
Hairdresser
Beyond Max
Nutrition Supplements
Holiday Hair
Hairdresser
Emerald Phoenix
Gift Shop
Rich Oil
Convenience Store
2 The Maxx Hair & Nail Salon
Beauty
Speedway
Convenience Store
Focus On Image
Hairdresser
Furniture with a Heart
Furniture
Shell
Convenience Store
Perfect Weddings
Clothing
Family Dollar
Discount Store
Beds 'n' Stuff
Furniture
Rent-A-Center
Furniture
Lava Wash & Tanning
Beauty
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commute A

Of all people who commute, 0.3% take public transportation in Lancaster.
Public Transit Stops (14)
Stops & Stations A+
Workers Taking Public Transit
0.3% F
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cost of living A+

The cost of living in Lancaster is 89/100 - which is 3% lower than Ohio.
Cost of Living
Goods & Services, Housing, etc. A
Tax Rates
Income & Sales Tax A-
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crime C+

Lancaster crime rates are 2,418 per 100k, which is 16% higher than Ohio
Property Crime
2,152 crimes per 100k D+
Violent Crime
266 crimes per 100k B
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employment D

The median income in Lancaster is $44,794 - which is 12% lower than Ohio.
Med. Household Income
$44,794 F
Unemployment Rate
2.8% B+
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health A+

There are many hospitals, police and fire stations.
Health & Safety (42)
Dentist, Doctor, Hospital, etc. A+
Michaels Oral Surgery
Dentist
Risch Drugs
Pharmacy
Bruce B. Baker, Dentist
Dentist
Lancaster Pediatric Dentistry
Dentist
William L Medved DDS & Associates
Dentist
Comfort Dental
Dentist
The Little Clinic
Doctor
Fire Station Number 2
Fire Station
Gentle Dental
Dentist
Lancaster VA Clinic
Clinic
Andrew M. Connor DDS, MS, Inc.
Dentist
Wellnow Urgent Care
Clinic
CVS Pharmacy
Pharmacy
Lancaster Police Department
Police
Fire Station Number 1
Fire Station
Benjamin K. Metz, D.M.D, M.S.D., LLC;Matthew B. Balasco, D.D.S., Inc.
Dentist
Gray Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery
Clinic
Fairfield Family Dental
Dentist
Central Ohio Orthodontics
Dentist
Walgreens
Pharmacy
Shelley Thompson, MD Gynecology
Doctor
The Medicine Shoppe
Pharmacy
Fairfield Medical Center Outpatient Therapy Services Sports Clinic / Work Life
Clinic
Business Office
Clinic
Fairfield Medical Center
Hospital
Air Quality
Median Air Quality D+
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housing A+

Lancaster home prices are $131,700 - which is equal to Ohio
Home Price
$131,700 D-
Home Appreciation Rate
11% A-
Home Affordability
2.9x (home price to income ratio) A-
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schools C+

The Lancaster graduation rate is 83% - which is 3% lower than Ohio
School Test Scores
61% C-
High School Grad. Rates
83% C-
Elementary Schools (12) F
General Sherman Junior High School
Lancaster Montessori School
Fairfield Christian Academy
Thomas Ewing Junior High School
Gorsuch West Elementary School
Mt. Pleasant Elementary School
Tallmadge Elementary School
Tarhe Trails Elementary School
Medill Elementary School
Christ'S Church Christian Academy
St Bernadette School
High Schools (5) F
Fairfield Christian Academy
Lancaster High School
William V Fisher Catholic High School
Christ'S Church Christian Academy
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ratings A

Lancaster has an overall rating of 82% from 9 reviews.
User Reviews (2)
From AreaVibes A+
User Surveys (7)
From AreaVibes B+
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Lancaster, OH. A really nice small town experiencing growing pains. 5 rating By Anonymous ( Feb 17, 2019) I was born and raised here as were the 4 generations of my family before me. There are so many positive things about living here, even given our explosive growth in the last decade which has for the most part not been for the overall betterment of our city. I wanted to comment on ...Read More the crime rating shown on this site (F), the statistics shown do not accurately depict our life here, I can't offer a reason why, if your stats are accurate, that it portrays life here as crime ridden, it's not nearly as bad as the rating. It's safe to take your dog at walk at night, to send your kids to the neighborhood park, and leave your doors open during the day, all these require using commen sense, but it's still a wonderful small town with good values still holding on, excellent schools and friendly neighbors on every street. Growing pains and our lower cost of home ownership as compared to neighboring cities have taxed our services including our police, but they do a very good job maintaining our safety with the recourses they are given. Read Less
Lancaster, Ohio: Rich Historic History 3.5 rating By Anonymous ( May 14, 2018) I enjoy living in Lancaster, Ohio. Although it is a small town, my city has a lot of historical history. We have many museums including the Sherman House, Georgian, and the Ohio Glass Museum. If you are not a civil war buff, then we also have a lot of outdoor parks and water acti ...Read More vities. One of the best things to do in the summer is visit Jet Pack Water Adventure where you fly/ leap into the air on a jetpack.

Lancaster is beautiful especially in the fall when the trees change colors. When my family members come and visit, they love to sightsee and take in the scenery of the historic homes. We also have good schools including Ohio University (Lancaster campus). The elementary, middle and high schools are decent as well.

If you are a foodie, we have a few authentic restaurants including Ale house 1890 and Cherry Street Pub. I love authentic food so these are my two favorites. The macaroni and cheese at Cherry Street Pub is an indulgent delight! Read Less
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      A+ Amenities

      Are there many local amenities in Lancaster? Yes, there are lots of amenities close to this location.

      Parks

      Miller Park
      Rising Park
      Rising Park Playground
      Veterans Square
      Zane Square
      Keller-Kirn Park
      Fountain Square
      Hocking Park

      Entertainment

      Fairfield County Fairgrounds
      Georgian Museum
      Sherman House State Memorial
      Decorative Arts Center of Ohio Reese-Peters House
      Cinemark River Valley Mall and XD
      Tiki Bowling Lanes
      Skyview Drive-In

      Food & Drink

      Charleys Philly Steaks
      Little Caesars
      Papa John's
      Extreme Creamery
      The Pit Stop
      Rally's
      Domino's
      Center City Drive-Thru

      F Commute

      Is public transit available in Lancaster? Of all people who commute, 0.3% take public transportation in Lancaster.
      Drive to Work
      81%

      5% higher than the US average

      Take Public Transit
      0%

      5% lower than the US average

      Walk to Work
      3%

      1% higher than the US average

      A+ Cost of Living

      What is the cost of living in Lancaster? The cost of living in Lancaster is 89/100 - which is 3% lower than Ohio.
      Lancaster
      89

      11% less expensive than average

      Ohio
      92

      8% less expensive than average

      United States
      100

      National cost of living index

      C+ Crime

      What is the crime rate in Lancaster? Lancaster crime rates are 2,418, which are 16% higher than Ohio
      Total Crime
      2,418 per 100k people

      4% higher than the US average

      Chance of being a victim
      1 in 42

      4% higher than the US average

      Year-over-year crime
      34%

      Year over year crime is up

      D Employment

      What is the median income in Lancaster? The median income in Lancaster is $44,794 which is 12% lower than Ohio.
      Median household income
      $44,79419% lower than the US average
      Income per capita
      $25,23015% lower than the US average
      Unemployment rate
      3%

      40% lower than the US average

      A+ Health & Safety

      Is Lancaster a healthy and safe place to live? Yes, there are many hospitals, police and fire stations.

      Hospitals

      Fairfield Medical Center
      Fairfield Medical Center River Valley Campus

      Pharmacies

      Walmart Pharmacy
      CVS Pharmacy
      Walgreens
      The Medicine Shoppe
      Risch Drugs

      Doctors

      The Little Clinic
      Fairfield Healthcare Professionals Psychiatry
      Barrett & Geiss Dermatology
      Buckeye Family Health
      Barbara J. Vanfossen, DPM
      Shelley Thompson, MD Gynecology
      Fairfield Healthcare Professionals Obstetrics & Gynecology
      River Valley Womens Health Obsterics and Gynecology

      A+ Housing

      What are Lancaster home prices? Lancaster home prices are $131,700 - which is equal to Ohio
      Median home value
      $131,70029% lower than the US average
      Median rent price
      $83512% lower than the US average
      Home Ownership
      58%

      9% lower than the US average

      C+ Schools

      Does Lancaster have good schools? The Lancaster graduation rate is 83% - which is 3% lower than Ohio
      High school grad. rates
      83%

      equal to the US average

      School test scores
      61%

      28% higher than the US average

      Student teacher ratio
      19:1

      17% higher than the US average

      A User Ratings

      Is Lancaster a good place to live? Lancaster has an overall rating of 82% from 9 reviews.
      Overall user rating
      82%

      9 total ratings

      User reviews rating
      85%

      2 total reviews

      User surveys rating
      74%

      7 total surveys

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