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Lancaster, NY

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Population
9,995
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
671 ft
Median Home Value
$202,200
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$969/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$66,148
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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Lancaster in context.

OverallBest places in New YorkPopulation rankingHighest population places in New YorkNearest larger communityBuffalo, New York9.7 miles away · 274,613 residents.

About Lancaster

Lancaster is a town and suburban community in Erie County, New York, situated fourteen miles east of downtown Buffalo. Originally settled in 1803 when the Holland Land Company sold its first tracts, the community of approximately 10,113 features Como Park and is home to the Buffalo-Lancaster Regional Airport. Public education is served by the Lancaster Central School District.

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Lower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingLow Heat ImpactA+98.6ratingFewer Projected Mid-Century Days ≥95°FA+98.4rating

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