Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 59.5 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 1.93 |
| Below Poverty | 12.6% ▲ 26% above avg |
| College Grads | 48.9% ▲ 26% above avg |
| Unemployment | 9.1% ▲ 86% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 130 (1.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,482 (27.8%) |
| Some College | 763 (8.6%) |
| Associates | 1,164 (13.1%) |
| Bachelors | 690 (7.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,690 (41.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $72,094 ≈ Avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $344,427 ▲ 24% above avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,044/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 8,464 |
| Vacant Units | 2,251 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Lancaster County is located in Virginia and encompasses 10 ZIP codes spanning 10 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 12,175 residents. With a median age of 59.54, it is an older county.
Lancaster County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $72,094 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 9.1%, significantly above the national average. The poverty rate of 12.6% is above the national average.
Housing in Lancaster County is a mid-range housing market, with a median home value of $344,427 — above the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,043. Homeownership rates are high at 79.6%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Lancaster County are majority White (69.97%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 48.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average.
Lancaster County, VA is a solidly middle-class area in Virginia. The 10 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22480 | Irvington | 875 | $86,563 | $382,400 | $1,054 | 0.0% | 69.7% |
| 22482 | Kilmarnock | 3,171 | $49,733 | $347,600 | $815 | 7.4% | 46.0% |
| 22503 | Lancaster | 4,046 | $70,993 | $257,300 | $1,092 | 18.3% | 43.6% |
| 22576 | Weems | 1,737 | $96,250 | $335,700 | $1,273 | 4.6% | 51.9% |
| 22578 | White Stone | 2,346 | $80,938 | $482,700 | $1,096 | 2.4% | 52.1% |