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Lancaster County
City in Virginia, United States
Overview
Lancaster County, Virginia, offers a blend of scenic waterfronts, historic villages, and southern hospitality set along the Northern Neck. The area is known for its tranquil atmosphere, gourmet seafood, and cultural heritage, drawing visitors to its picturesque landscapes and relaxed lifestyle.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
United States
State
Virginia
Population
552,984
Time Zone
America/New_York
Coordinates
37.70°, -76.42°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
77
Female Safety
78
LGBTQ+ Safety
65
Traffic Safety
82
Food Safety
95
Monthly Cost
$2,405
Local Cost
$1,530
Local Income
$3,200
Cashless
70
English
98
Temperature
15.2°C
Summer Avg
25.5°C
Winter Avg
4.8°C
Record High
37.0°C
Record Low
-12.4°C
Humidity
77%
Precipitation
1213 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
NUI
Distance
49 km
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Neighborhoods
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Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-05.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 75/100.
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