South Lancaster, MA

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South Lancaster Overview

1,642
TOTAL POPULATION
701
MALE POPULATION
941
FEMALE POPULATION
74.50
MALES / 100 FEMALES
134.24
FEMALES / 100 MALES
39.0
MEDIAN AGE
3.3
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.2
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$45,354
PER CAPITA INCOME
$109,667
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$101,250
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
6.0%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
94.0¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.34
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
931
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
69.6%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
19.0%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Race in South Lancaster

The most populous races in South Lancaster are White / Caucasian (1,532 | 93.3%), Hispanic or Latino (116 | 7.1%), and Two or more Races (81 | 4.9%).
Race in South Lancaster
Race# Population% Population
Asian150.9%
Black / African American140.9%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino1167.1%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian1,53293.3%
Two or more Races814.9%
Some other Race00.0%
Total1,642100.0%

Ancestry in South Lancaster

The most populous ancestries reported in South Lancaster are French (202 | 12.3%), Irish (198 | 12.1%), English (113 | 6.9%), Italian (87 | 5.3%), and Bhutanese (81 | 4.9%), together accounting for 41.5% of all South Lancaster residents.
Ancestry in South Lancaster
Ancestry# Population% Population
American392.4%
Bhutanese814.9%
Danish442.7%
English1136.9%
Finnish241.5%
French20212.3%
French Canadian513.1%
German623.8%
Irish19812.1%
Italian875.3%
Korean150.9%
Peruvian603.6%
Polish352.1%
Portuguese140.9%
Puerto Rican563.4%
Russian442.7%
Scandinavian161.0%
Scotch-Irish382.3%
Scottish412.5%
South American603.6%
Swedish573.5%
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Immigrants in South Lancaster

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in South Lancaster came from Latin America (74 | 4.5%), South America (74 | 4.5%), Peru (60 | 3.6%), Asia (15 | 0.9%), and Philippines (15 | 0.9%), together accounting for 14.5% of all South Lancaster residents.
Immigrants in South Lancaster
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia150.9%
Brazil140.9%
Latin America744.5%
Peru603.6%
Philippines150.9%
South America744.5%
South Eastern Asia150.9%
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Sex and Age in South Lancaster

Sex and Age in South Lancaster

The most populous age groups in South Lancaster are Under 5 Years (80 | 11.4%) for men and 30 to 34 Years (111 | 11.8%) for women.
Sex and Age in South Lancaster
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years80 (11.4%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Years57 (8.1%)103 (11.0%)
10 to 14 Years38 (5.4%)27 (2.9%)
15 to 19 Years11 (1.6%)29 (3.1%)
20 to 24 Years73 (10.4%)37 (3.9%)
25 to 29 Years47 (6.7%)23 (2.4%)
30 to 34 Years75 (10.7%)111 (11.8%)
35 to 39 Years62 (8.8%)90 (9.6%)
40 to 44 Years27 (3.8%)20 (2.1%)
45 to 49 Years21 (3.0%)66 (7.0%)
50 to 54 Years1 (0.1%)60 (6.4%)
55 to 59 Years60 (8.6%)96 (10.2%)
60 to 64 Years56 (8.0%)92 (9.8%)
65 to 69 Years25 (3.6%)29 (3.1%)
70 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)29 (3.1%)
75 to 79 Years0 (0.0%)54 (5.7%)
80 to 84 Years68 (9.7%)75 (8.0%)
85 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total701 (100.0%)941 (100.0%)

Families and Households in South Lancaster

Median Family Size in South Lancaster

The median family size in South Lancaster is 3.29 persons per family, with married-couple families (274 | 74.1%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.36 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (14 | 3.8%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.00 persons per family.
Median Family Size in South Lancaster
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple274 (74.1%)3.36
Single Male/Father14 (3.8%)2.00
Single Female/Mother82 (22.2%)3.28
Total Families370 (100.0%)3.29

Median Household Size in South Lancaster

The median household size in South Lancaster is 2.24 persons per household, with single female/mother households (82 | 11.2%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.87 persons per household. non-family households (363 | 49.5%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.04 persons per household.
Median Household Size in South Lancaster
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple274 (37.4%)3.36
Single Male/Father14 (1.9%)2.00
Single Female/Mother82 (11.2%)3.87
Non-family363 (49.5%)1.04
Total Households733 (100.0%)2.24

Household Size by Marriage Status in South Lancaster

Out of a total of 733 households in South Lancaster, 370 (50.5%) are family households, while 363 (49.5%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 4-person households, comprising 197, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 350.
Household Size by Marriage Status in South Lancaster
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-350 (47.7%)
2-Person Households56 (7.6%)13 (1.8%)
3-Person Households117 (16.0%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households197 (26.9%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total370 (50.5%)363 (49.5%)

Female Fertility in South Lancaster

Fertility by Age in South Lancaster

Average fertility rate in South Lancaster is 77.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 170.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in South Lancaster
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years29 (100.0%)170.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total29 (100.0%)77.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in South Lancaster

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in South Lancaster
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years29 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total29 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in South Lancaster

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in South Lancaster
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree29 (100.0%)367.0
Total29 (100.0%)77.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in South Lancaster

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in South Lancaster
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree29 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total29 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in South Lancaster

Income Overview in South Lancaster

Per Capita Income in South Lancaster is $45,354, while median incomes of families and households are $109,667 and $101,250 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income1,642$45,354
Median Family Income370$109,667
Mean Family Income370$115,236
Median Household Income733$101,250
Mean Household Income733$101,421
Income Deficit370$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)1,6426.00%
Wage / Income Gap ($)1,64294.00¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index1,6420.34

Earnings by Sex in South Lancaster

Average Earnings in South Lancaster are $60,159, $56,898 for men and $60,532 for women, a difference of 6.0%.
Earnings by Sex in South Lancaster
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male433 (44.5%)$56,898
Female540 (55.5%)$60,532
Total973 (100.0%)$60,159

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in South Lancaster

The most common earnings brackets in South Lancaster are $100,000+ for men (100 | 23.1%) and $100,000+ for women (165 | 30.6%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in South Lancaster
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less14 (3.2%)58 (10.7%)
$2,500 to $4,99973 (16.9%)7 (1.3%)
$5,000 to $7,4990 (0.0%)33 (6.1%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $12,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)16 (3.0%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)12 (2.2%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)27 (5.0%)
$22,500 to $24,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $29,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$30,000 to $34,9990 (0.0%)44 (8.2%)
$35,000 to $39,99921 (4.9%)0 (0.0%)
$40,000 to $44,99988 (20.3%)40 (7.4%)
$45,000 to $49,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $54,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$55,000 to $64,99957 (13.2%)123 (22.8%)
$65,000 to $74,99939 (9.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99941 (9.5%)15 (2.8%)
$100,000+100 (23.1%)165 (30.6%)
Total433 (100.0%)540 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in South Lancaster

Average earnings in South Lancaster are $65,000 for men and $60,559 for women, a difference of 6.8%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $64,602, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $55,185. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $63,319, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $61,170.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in South Lancaster
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$55,185$0
College or Associate's Degree--
Bachelor's Degree$64,602$0
Graduate Degree--
Total$65,000$60,559

Family Income in South Lancaster

Family Income Brackets in South Lancaster

According to the South Lancaster family income data, there are 134 families falling into the $150,000 to $199,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 36.2% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in South Lancaster
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000143.8%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,99900.0%
$25,000 to $34,99900.0%
$35,000 to $49,999143.8%
$50,000 to $74,9999726.2%
$75,000 to $99,9994712.7%
$100,000 to $149,9996417.3%
$150,000 to $199,99913436.2%
$200,000+00.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in South Lancaster

3-person families (164 | 44.3%) account for the highest median family income in South Lancaster with $143,793 per family, while 3-person families (164 | 44.3%) have the highest median income of $47,931 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in South Lancaster
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families56 (15.1%)$53,750
3-Person Families164 (44.3%)$143,793
4-Person Families150 (40.5%)$0
5-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
6-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total370 (100.0%)$109,667

Family Income by Number of Earners in South Lancaster

Family Income by Number of Earners in South Lancaster
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners30 (8.1%)$0
1 Earner115 (31.1%)$62,314
2 Earners132 (35.7%)$157,639
3+ Earners93 (25.1%)$177,321
Total370 (100.0%)$109,667

Household Income in South Lancaster

Household Income Brackets in South Lancaster

With 215 households falling in the category, the $150,000 to $199,999 income range is the most frequent in South Lancaster, accounting for 29.3% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in South Lancaster
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0007410.1%
$10,000 to $14,999152.0%
$15,000 to $24,999283.8%
$25,000 to $34,999141.9%
$35,000 to $49,999141.9%
$50,000 to $74,99915120.6%
$75,000 to $99,999476.4%
$100,000 to $149,99917523.9%
$150,000 to $199,99921529.3%
$200,000+00.0%

Household Income by Householder Age in South Lancaster

The median household income in South Lancaster is $101,250, with the highest median household income of $172,593 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 310 households (42.3%) fall into this category.
Household Income by Householder Age in South Lancaster
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)$0
25 to 44 Years199 (27.2%)$141,094
45 to 64 Years310 (42.3%)$172,593
65+ Years224 (30.6%)$0
Total733 (100.0%)$101,250

Poverty in South Lancaster

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in South Lancaster

With 4.0% poverty level for males and 8.0% for females among the residents of South Lancaster, 35 to 44 year old males and 75 year old and over females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 14 males (15.7%) and 60 females (46.5%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in South Lancaster
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years14 (15.7%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years14 (12.1%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)15 (25.9%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)60 (46.5%)
Total28 (4.0%)75 (8.0%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in South Lancaster

According to the poverty statistics in South Lancaster, males aged under 5 years and females aged 6 to 11 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in South Lancaster
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years80 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years35 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years22 (100.0%)118 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years38 (100.0%)12 (100.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years11 (100.0%)29 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years73 (100.0%)37 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years122 (100.0%)134 (100.0%)
35 to 44 Years75 (84.3%)110 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years22 (100.0%)126 (100.0%)
55 to 64 Years102 (87.9%)188 (100.0%)
65 to 74 Years25 (100.0%)43 (74.1%)
75 Years and over68 (100.0%)69 (53.5%)
Total673 (96.0%)866 (92.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in South Lancaster

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in South Lancaster
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children139 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children135 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total274 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in South Lancaster

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in South Lancaster
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in South Lancaster

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in South Lancaster
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children0 (0.0%)14 (100.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)14 (14.6%)

Employment Characteristics in South Lancaster

Employment by Class of Employer in South Lancaster

Among the 711 employed individuals in South Lancaster, private company employees (497 | 69.9%), local government employees (82 | 11.5%), and not-for-profit organizations (63 | 8.9%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in South Lancaster
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees49769.9%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)00.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)142.0%
Not-for-profit Organizations638.9%
Local Government Employees8211.5%
State Government Employees557.7%
Federal Government Employees00.0%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total711100.0%

Employment Status by Age in South Lancaster

According to the labor force statistics for South Lancaster, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,337), 69.6% or 931 individuals are in the labor force, with 19.0% or 177 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 100.0% or 70 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 64.4% or 47 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in South Lancaster
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years1 (2.5%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years73 (66.4%)47 (64.4%)
25 to 29 Years70 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years164 (88.2%)44 (26.8%)
35 to 44 Years185 (93.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years121 (81.8%)59 (48.8%)
55 to 59 Years156 (100.0%)14 (9.0%)
60 to 64 Years136 (91.9%)13 (9.6%)
65 to 74 Years25 (30.1%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total931 (69.6%)177 (19.0%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in South Lancaster

According to labor force statistics for South Lancaster, 91.7% of individuals (832) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (907) are in the labor force, with 15.6% or 130 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 96.6% or 628 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with college / associate degree education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 20.8% or 27 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in South Lancaster
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma74 (64.3%)22 (18.9%)
College / Associate Degree130 (91.5%)30 (20.8%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher628 (96.6%)92 (14.2%)
Total832 (91.7%)141 (15.6%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in South Lancaster

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in South Lancaster are Community & Social Service (193 | 25.6%), Computers, Engineering & Science (176 | 23.3%), Education Instruction & Library (118 | 15.7%), Computers & Mathematics (95 | 12.6%), and Architecture & Engineering (81 | 10.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in South Lancaster

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in South Lancaster, the most male-oriented occupations are Management (100.0%), Business & Financial (100.0%), and Computers & Mathematics (71.6%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Legal Services & Support (100.0%), and Education Instruction & Library (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in South Lancaster
OccupationMaleFemale
Management58 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Business & Financial43 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science68 (38.6%)108 (61.4%)
Computers & Mathematics68 (71.6%)27 (28.4%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)81 (100.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 8 (4.2%)185 (95.9%)
Education, Arts & Media8 (13.3%)52 (86.7%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)15 (100.0%)
Education Instruction & Library0 (0.0%)118 (100.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)177 (37.7%)293 (62.3%)
Total (Overall)372 (49.3%)382 (50.7%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in South Lancaster are , and Food Preparation & Serving (16 | 2.1%).
Services Occupations in South Lancaster

Services Occupations by Sex

Services Occupations by Sex in South Lancaster
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Security & Protection0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving0 (0.0%)16 (100.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)0 (0.0%)16 (100.0%)
Total (Overall)372 (49.3%)382 (50.7%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in South Lancaster are Office & Administration (120 | 15.9%), and Sales & Related (1 | 0.1%).
Sales and Office Occupations in South Lancaster

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in South Lancaster
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related0 (0.0%)1 (100.0%)
Office & Administration48 (40.0%)72 (60.0%)
Total (Category)48 (39.7%)73 (60.3%)
Total (Overall)372 (49.3%)382 (50.7%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in South Lancaster are Construction & Extraction (60 | 8.0%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (12 | 1.6%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in South Lancaster

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in South Lancaster
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction60 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)72 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)372 (49.3%)382 (50.7%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in South Lancaster are Material Moving (48 | 6.4%), and Production (27 | 3.6%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in South Lancaster

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in South Lancaster
OccupationMaleFemale
Production27 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving48 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)75 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)372 (49.3%)382 (50.7%)

Employment Industries by Sex in South Lancaster

Employment Industries in South Lancaster

The major employment industries in South Lancaster include Manufacturing (182 | 24.1%), Educational Services (140 | 18.6%), Professional & Scientific (90 | 11.9%), Finance & Insurance (61 | 8.1%), and Wholesale Trade (48 | 6.4%).
Employment Industries in South Lancaster

Employment Industries by Sex in South Lancaster

The South Lancaster industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Wholesale Trade (100.0%), and Finance & Insurance (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Information (100.0%), Educational Services (100.0%), and Manufacturing (85.7%).
Employment Industries by Sex in South Lancaster
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction35 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing26 (14.3%)156 (85.7%)
Wholesale Trade48 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade39 (83.0%)8 (17.0%)
Transportation & Warehousing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)39 (100.0%)
Finance & Insurance61 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific90 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services0 (0.0%)140 (100.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance25 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services26 (61.9%)16 (38.1%)
Public Administration14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total372 (49.3%)382 (50.7%)

Education in South Lancaster

School Enrollment in South Lancaster

The most common levels of schooling among the 338 students in South Lancaster are elementary school (140 | 41.4%), nursery / preschool (53 | 15.7%), and middle school (50 | 14.8%).
School Enrollment in South Lancaster
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool5315.7%
Kindergarten61.8%
Elementary School14041.4%
Middle School5014.8%
High School4011.8%
College / Undergraduate3711.0%
Graduate / Professional123.5%
Total338100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in South Lancaster

Out of a total of 338 students who are enrolled in schools in South Lancaster, 37 (10.9%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 301 (89.1%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 24 (100.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 10 to 14 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 65 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in South Lancaster
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds0 (0.0%)24 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old147 (91.9%)13 (8.1%)
10 to 14 Year Olds65 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds40 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds37 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total301 (89.1%)37 (10.9%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in South Lancaster

Education (198 | 22.1%), business (174 | 19.4%), computers & mathematics (82 | 9.2%), bio, nature & agricultural (81 | 9.0%), and arts & humanities (63 | 7.0%) are the most common fields of study among 895 individuals in South Lancaster who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in South Lancaster
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics829.2%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural819.0%
Physical & Health Sciences141.6%
Psychology293.2%
Social Sciences353.9%
Engineering485.4%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology323.6%
Business17419.4%
Education19822.1%
Literature & Languages364.0%
Liberal Arts & History505.6%
Visual & Performing Arts283.1%
Communications252.8%
Arts & Humanities637.0%
Total895100.0%

Transportation & Commute in South Lancaster

Vehicle Availability by Sex in South Lancaster

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in South Lancaster are males with 3 vehicles (169, accounting for 45.4%) and females with 3 vehicles (35, making up 49.8%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in South Lancaster
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle24 (6.5%)152 (44.8%)
2 Vehicles135 (36.3%)152 (44.8%)
3 Vehicles169 (45.4%)35 (10.3%)
4 Vehicles44 (11.8%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total372 (100.0%)339 (100.0%)

Commute Time in South Lancaster

The most frequently occuring commute durations in South Lancaster are 60 to 89 minutes (118 commuters, 27.8%), 45 to 59 minutes (76 commuters, 17.9%), and 40 to 44 minutes (48 commuters, 11.3%).
Commute Time in South Lancaster
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes286.6%
5 to 9 Minutes122.8%
10 to 14 Minutes00.0%
15 to 19 Minutes00.0%
20 to 24 Minutes419.7%
25 to 29 Minutes4711.1%
30 to 34 Minutes235.4%
35 to 39 Minutes163.8%
40 to 44 Minutes4811.3%
45 to 59 Minutes7617.9%
60 to 89 Minutes11827.8%
90 or more Minutes153.5%

Commute Time by Sex in South Lancaster

The most common commute times in South Lancaster are 60 to 89 minutes (118 commuters, 45.0%) for males and 25 to 29 minutes (47 commuters, 29.0%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in South Lancaster
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes8 (3.0%)20 (12.3%)
5 to 9 Minutes0 (0.0%)12 (7.4%)
10 to 14 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 19 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Minutes12 (4.6%)29 (17.9%)
25 to 29 Minutes0 (0.0%)47 (29.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes0 (0.0%)23 (14.2%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)16 (9.9%)
40 to 44 Minutes48 (18.3%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes76 (29.0%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes118 (45.0%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes0 (0.0%)15 (9.3%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in South Lancaster

The most frequent times of departure to work in South Lancaster are 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM (69, 26.3%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (90, 55.6%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in South Lancaster
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM69 (26.3%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM59 (22.5%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM49 (18.7%)90 (55.6%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM29 (11.1%)49 (30.2%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM48 (18.3%)0 (0.0%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM0 (0.0%)23 (14.2%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM8 (3.0%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total262 (100.0%)162 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in South Lancaster

Occupancy by Ownership in South Lancaster

Of the total 733 dwellings in South Lancaster, owner-occupied units account for 513 (70.0%), while renter-occupied units make up 220 (30.0%).
Occupancy by Ownership in South Lancaster
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units51370.0%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units22030.0%
Total Occupied Housing Units733100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in South Lancaster

Occupancy by Household Size in South Lancaster
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household35047.7%
2-Person Household699.4%
3-Person Household11716.0%
4+ Person Household19726.9%
Total Housing Units733100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in South Lancaster

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in South Lancaster
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household185 (52.9%)165 (47.1%)
2-Person Household69 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3-Person Household117 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
4+ Person Household142 (72.1%)55 (27.9%)
Total Housing Units513 (70.0%)220 (30.0%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in South Lancaster

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in South Lancaster
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School0 (0.0%)60 (100.0%)
High School Diploma105 (89.0%)13 (11.0%)
College/Associate Degree40 (31.8%)86 (68.2%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher368 (85.8%)61 (14.2%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in South Lancaster

Occupancy by Age of Householder in South Lancaster
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years9613.1%
35 to 44 Years10314.1%
45 to 54 Years10714.6%
55 to 64 Years20327.7%
65 to 74 Years425.7%
75 to 84 Years18224.8%
85 Years and Over00.0%
Total733100.0%

Housing Finances in South Lancaster

Median Income by Occupancy in South Lancaster

Median Income by Occupancy in South Lancaster
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied513 (70.0%)$141,198
Renter-Occupied220 (30.0%)$0
Average733 (100.0%)$101,250

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in South Lancaster

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in South Lancaster
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00014 (2.7%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)60 (27.3%)
$10,000 to $14,9990 (0.0%)15 (6.8%)
$15,000 to $19,99915 (2.9%)13 (5.9%)
$20,000 to $24,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99914 (2.7%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99914 (2.7%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99974 (14.4%)77 (35.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99939 (7.6%)8 (3.6%)
$100,000 to $149,999128 (24.9%)47 (21.4%)
$150,000 or more215 (41.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total513 (100.0%)220 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in South Lancaster

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in South Lancaster
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30015 (2.9%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $4990 (0.0%)127 (57.7%)
$500 to $79927 (5.3%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000 to $1,49980 (15.6%)0 (0.0%)
$1,500 to $1,999104 (20.3%)55 (25.0%)
$2,000 to $2,499102 (19.9%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,999134 (26.1%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more51 (9.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total513 (100.0%)220 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in South Lancaster

Housing Structures in South Lancaster

Housing Structures in South Lancaster
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached52371.4%
Single Unit, Attached8311.3%
2 Unit Apartments00.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments152.1%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments9913.5%
10 or more Apartments131.8%
Mobile Home / Other00.0%
Total733100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in South Lancaster

Housing Structures by Occupancy in South Lancaster
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached477 (91.2%)46 (8.8%)
Single Unit, Attached36 (43.4%)47 (56.6%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)15 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)99 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)13 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total513 (70.0%)220 (30.0%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in South Lancaster

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in South Lancaster
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)60 (27.3%)
2 or 3 Rooms0 (0.0%)67 (30.4%)
4 or 5 Rooms68 (13.3%)38 (17.3%)
6 or 7 Rooms359 (70.0%)47 (21.4%)
8 or more Rooms86 (16.8%)8 (3.6%)
Total513 (100.0%)220 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in South Lancaster

Housing Structure by Heating Type in South Lancaster
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas113 (22.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas20 (3.9%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity49 (9.6%)127 (57.7%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene306 (59.7%)93 (42.3%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels25 (4.9%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total513 (100.0%)220 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in South Lancaster

Household Vehicle Usage in South Lancaster
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)88 (40.0%)
1 Vehicle221 (43.1%)77 (35.0%)
2 Vehicles117 (22.8%)55 (25.0%)
3 or more Vehicles175 (34.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total513 (100.0%)220 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in South Lancaster

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in South Lancaster

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units68445
Median Property Value$346,300$337,900
Median Household Income$86,042$215
Monthly Housing Costs--
Real Estate Taxes--

Property Value by Mortgage Status in South Lancaster

Property Value by Mortgage Status in South Lancaster
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00015 (22.1%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $299,9990 (0.0%)157 (35.3%)
$300,000 to $499,99941 (60.3%)220 (49.4%)
$500,000 to $749,99912 (17.6%)68 (15.3%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total68 (100.0%)445 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in South Lancaster

Household Income by Mortgage Status in South Lancaster
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99915 (22.1%)14 (3.2%)
$25,000 to $34,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99914 (20.6%)14 (3.2%)
$50,000 to $74,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99912 (17.6%)74 (16.6%)
$100,000 to $149,99927 (39.7%)27 (6.1%)
$150,000 or more0 (0.0%)101 (22.7%)
Total68 (100.0%)445 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in South Lancaster

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in South Lancaster
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x15 (22.1%)144,353 (32,438.9%)
2.0x to 2.9x0 (0.0%)90 (20.2%)
3.0x to 3.9x27 (39.7%)137 (30.8%)
4.0x or more26 (38.2%)116 (26.1%)
Total68 (100.0%)445 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in South Lancaster

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in South Lancaster
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80015 (22.1%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49953 (77.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total68 (100.0%)445 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in South Lancaster

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in South Lancaster

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in South Lancaster
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years115 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years230 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years110 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years234 (91.4%)22 (8.6%)
35 to 44 Years199 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years121 (81.8%)27 (18.2%)
55 to 64 Years304 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years83 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older197 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,593 (97.0%)49 (3.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in South Lancaster

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in South Lancaster
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born115 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen230 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen110 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in South Lancaster

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in South Lancaster
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000131 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $49,99943 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999250 (91.9%)22 (8.1%)
$75,000 to $99,999131 (82.9%)27 (17.1%)
$100,000 and over1,038 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in South Lancaster

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in South Lancaster
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 629 (25.2%)115 (100.0%)
6 to 18 Years59 (25.7%)171 (74.4%)
19 to 25 Years47 (42.7%)63 (57.3%)
25 to 34 Years107 (41.8%)171 (66.8%)
35 to 44 Years14 (7.0%)185 (93.0%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)121 (81.8%)
55 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)304 (100.0%)
65 to 74 Years83 (100.0%)29 (34.9%)
75 Years and over197 (100.0%)121 (61.4%)
Total536 (32.6%)1,280 (77.9%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in South Lancaster

Disability Status by Sex by Age in South Lancaster
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years21 (10.8%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years13 (5.7%)106 (25.0%)
65 to 74 Years25 (100.0%)13 (22.4%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)60 (46.5%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in South Lancaster

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in South Lancaster: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years13 (5.7%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years25 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in South Lancaster: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)60 (46.5%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in South Lancaster: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years21 (10.8%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)79 (18.6%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)13 (22.4%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in South Lancaster: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)13 (22.4%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)60 (46.5%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in South Lancaster: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)60 (46.5%)

Technology Access in South Lancaster

Computing Device Access in South Lancaster

Computing Device Access in South Lancaster
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop58279.4%
Smartphone61283.5%
Tablet40555.2%
No Computing Device7710.5%
Total733100.0%

Internet Access in South Lancaster

Internet Access in South Lancaster
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home56176.5%
Cellular Data Only7410.1%
Satellite Internet486.6%
No Internet7710.5%
Total733100.0%

South Lancaster Summary

History

South Lancaster is a small town located in Worcester County, Massachusetts. It is situated on the banks of the Nashua River, and is part of the town of Lancaster. The town was first settled in 1653 by a group of English settlers from the nearby town of Lancaster. The town was originally known as "South Lancaster" due to its location south of the main town of Lancaster.
The town was primarily an agricultural community for much of its history, with the main crops being corn, potatoes, and hay. The town also had a number of small mills, including a grist mill, a saw mill, and a paper mill. The town was also home to a number of small businesses, including a blacksmith, a tannery, and a shoe factory.
In the late 19th century, the town began to experience a period of growth and development. The railroad arrived in 1872, and the town was connected to the larger cities of Worcester and Boston. This allowed for increased trade and commerce, and the town began to experience a period of prosperity.
The town continued to grow and develop throughout the 20th century. In the 1950s, the town was home to a number of small businesses, including a grocery store, a hardware store, and a gas station. The town also had a number of churches, including the Congregational Church, the Methodist Church, and the Baptist Church.

Geography

South Lancaster is located in Worcester County, Massachusetts. It is situated on the banks of the Nashua River, and is part of the town of Lancaster. The town is bordered by the towns of Bolton to the north, Harvard to the east, and Sterling to the south. The town is located approximately 25 miles west of Boston, and is accessible via Route 2 and Route 70.
The town has a total area of 8.3 square miles, of which 8.2 square miles is land and 0.1 square miles is water. The town is mostly flat, with some rolling hills in the northern part of town. The highest point in the town is located at an elevation of 545 feet.

Economy

South Lancaster is a small, rural town with a population of approximately 2,000 people. The town has a number of small businesses, including a grocery store, a hardware store, and a gas station. The town also has a number of churches, including the Congregational Church, the Methodist Church, and the Baptist Church.
The town is home to a number of small manufacturing companies, including a plastics manufacturer, a metal fabricator, and a machine shop. The town also has a number of small farms, which produce a variety of crops, including corn, potatoes, and hay.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, South Lancaster had a population of 2,039 people. The racial makeup of the town was 97.2% White, 0.7% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.4% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.3% from other races, and 1.0% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.2% of the population.
The median household income in the town was $60,938, and the median family income was $68,750. The per capita income for the town was $25,945. About 4.3% of families and 5.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 6.3% of those under age 18 and 4.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of South Lancaster?
Total Population of South Lancaster is 1,642.
What is the Total Male Population of South Lancaster?
Total Male Population of South Lancaster is 701.
What is the Total Female Population of South Lancaster?
Total Female Population of South Lancaster is 941.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in South Lancaster?
There are 74.50 Males per 100 Females in South Lancaster.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in South Lancaster?
There are 134.24 Females per 100 Males in South Lancaster.
What is the Median Population Age in South Lancaster?
Median Population Age in South Lancaster is 39.0 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in South Lancaster
Average Family Size in South Lancaster is 3.3 People.
What is the Average Household Size in South Lancaster
Average Household Size in South Lancaster is 2.2 People.
What is Per Capita Income in South Lancaster?
Per Capita income in South Lancaster is $45,354.
What is the Median Family Income in South Lancaster?
Median Family Income in South Lancaster is $109,667.
What is the Median Household income in South Lancaster?
Median Household Income in South Lancaster is $101,250.
What is Income or Wage Gap in South Lancaster?
Income or Wage Gap in South Lancaster is 6.0%.
Women in South Lancaster earn 94.0 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in South Lancaster?
Inequality or Gini Index in South Lancaster is 0.34.
How Large is the Labor Force in South Lancaster?
There are 931 People in the Labor Forcein in South Lancaster.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in South Lancaster?
69.6% of People are in the Labor Force in South Lancaster.
What is the Unemployment Rate in South Lancaster?
Unemployment Rate in South Lancaster is 19.0%.