County profile · Virginia
Lancaster County, VA market data
How Lancaster County compares with other counties for 56 business types: competitors, household spending, official counts and growth.
- Population, 2025
- 10,995
- +0.9% since 2020
- Households
- 5,701
- Median household income
- $69,713
- +29.8% vs. 2015–2019, before inflation
- Median home value
- $327,000
- Jobs located here
- 4,634
- Highest market score
- 56
- Pet businesses, #833 of 2,200 scored counties
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What this means
Lancaster County has an estimated 10,995 people and 5,701 households. Population estimates put the population change in Lancaster County from 2020 to 2025 at +0.9%, slower than the U.S. (+3.1%). Median household income in Lancaster County is $69,713, 14% below the U.S. median of $80,734. Against the 2015–2019 survey, the median rose 29.8%, before inflation.
Relative to the U.S., household spending in Lancaster County runs highest on vehicle insurance (an index of 129, where 100 is the U.S. average) and lowest on memberships, classes and admissions (72).
Of the business types scored in Lancaster County, pet businesses (56), insurance agencies (54) and gas stations (52) have the highest Groundwork market scores. For pet businesses, that ranks #833 of 2,200 scored counties.
Against the U.S., map listings per household run highest for clothing, shoe and laundry businesses (66% above the U.S. rate) and lowest for salons, barbers and spas (33% below the U.S. rate).
All 56 business types in Lancaster County
Highest Groundwork market score first. Each score compares Lancaster County with other counties for that business type, from 0 to 100. Spending per listing divides a whole spending line (all vehicle repairs, all eating out) by one type’s listings: the demand for each competitor, not a business’s revenue. Compare it across markets with its index, where 100 is the U.S. figure for the same type; the real estate types, whose line is all housing costs, show the index only. How the score works.
| Business type | Score | Rank among counties | Listings | Per 10k households | Spending per listing | Spending per listing vs. U.S. (100) | Official establishments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pet businesses | 56 | #833 of 2,200 | 7 | 12.3 | $712K | 81 | Under 3 |
| Insurance agencies | 54 | #993 of 2,272 | 10 | 17.5 | $1.4M | 115 | 5 |
| Gas stations | 52 | #1,060 of 2,358 | 7 | 12.3 | $2.4M | 101 | 8 |
| Home repair trades | 51 | #988 of 2,057 | 7 | 12.3 | $2.3M | 95 | 10 |
| Convenience stores | 50 | #1,129 of 2,261 | 6 | 10.5 | $5.6M | 71 | Under 3 |
| Fast food and sandwich shops | 49 | #1,187 of 2,222 | 8 | 14.0 | $2.6M | 85 | 10 |
| Lawn, cleaning and pest control | 46 | #997 of 1,771 | 5 | 8.8 | $1.7M | 98 | 16 |
| Salons, barbers and spas | 44 | #1,507 of 2,385 | 18 | 31.6 | $277K | 130 | 7 |
| Hair salons | 41 | #1,579 of 2,339 | 10 | 17.5 | $499K | 116 | 6 |
| Doctors, dentists and clinics | 39 | #1,733 of 2,394 | 50 | 87.7 | $125K | 82 | 9 |
| Grocery and convenience stores | 36 | #1,745 of 2,402 | 15 | 26.3 | $2.3M | 66 | 6 |
| Clothing and shoe stores | 33 | #1,637 of 2,087 | 14 | 24.6 | $751K | 59 | 4 |
| Clothing, shoes and laundry | 33 | #1,780 of 2,210 | 22 | 38.6 | $478K | 54 | 4 |
| Coffee shops and cafes | 32 | #1,680 of 2,063 | 7 | 12.3 | $3M | 80 | 5 |
| Auto repair and car care | 31 | #1,977 of 2,401 | 21 | 36.8 | $251K | 93 | 14 |
| Real estate | 31 | #2,042 of 2,229 | 21 | 36.8 | Index only | 93 | 14 |
| Landscaping and lawn care | 30 | #1,277 of 1,493 | 5 | 8.8 | $1.7M | 56 | 12 |
| Gyms | 30 | #1,495 of 1,792 | 5 | 8.8 | $809K | 62 | Under 3 |
| Auto repair shops | 29 | #2,041 of 2,378 | 13 | 22.8 | $405K | 91 | 12 |
| Gyms, studios and classes | 28 | #1,853 of 2,088 | 9 | 15.8 | $449K | 68 | Under 3 |
| Real estate agents and brokers | 27 | #2,096 of 2,176 | 20 | 35.1 | Index only | 78 | 10 |
| Restaurants and cafes | 25 | #2,194 of 2,405 | 78 | 136.8 | $267K | 72 | 35 |
| Sit-down restaurants | 23 | #2,255 of 2,405 | 47 | 82.4 | $444K | 67 | 20 |
| Physical therapy | 21 | #1,335 of 1,422 | 5 | 8.8 | $1.2M | 52 | 3 |
| Bakeries and dessert shops | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 7.0 | $5.2M | 126 | 5 |
| HVAC and plumbing | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 7.0 | $4.1M | 85 | 7 |
| Primary care and pediatrics | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 7.0 | $1.6M | 87 | 6 |
| Car washes and detailing | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 5.3 | $1.8M | 70 | Under 3 |
| Collision repair and body shops | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 5.3 | $1.8M | 57 | Under 3 |
| Funeral homes | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 5.3 | $438K | 65 | Under 3 |
| Grocery stores | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 5.3 | $11.3M | 121 | 4 |
| Nail salons | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 5.3 | $1.7M | 100 | Under 3 |
| Pet grooming and boarding | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 5.3 | $1.7M | 65 | Under 3 |
| Pizza | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 5.3 | $7M | 137 | 10 |
| Spas and skin care | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 5.3 | $1.7M | 190 | Under 3 |
| Veterinarians | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 5.3 | $1.7M | 61 | Under 3 |
| Yoga, Pilates and fitness studios | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 5.3 | $1.3M | 33 | Under 3 |
| Barbershops | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 3.5 | $2.5M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Chiropractors | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 3.5 | $3.1M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Electricians | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 3.5 | $8.1M | Too few | 3 |
| Optometrists and eye care | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 3.5 | $3.1M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Child care and preschools | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.8 | $2.5M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Dentists and orthodontists | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.8 | $6.2M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Dry cleaners | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.8 | $10.5M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Laundromats | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.8 | $10.5M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Martial arts and dance studios | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.8 | $4M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Property management | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.8 | Index only | Too few | Under 3 |
| Roofing and gutters | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.8 | $16.2M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Tire shops | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.8 | $5.3M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Home inspectors | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| House cleaning | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | 4 |
| Mortgage brokers and lenders | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Oil change and quick lube | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Pest control | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Pet stores | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Urgent care and walk-in clinics | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
Household spending in Lancaster County
What households here spend in a year on each line, in total and per household, with the index against the U.S. average (100).
| Spending line | A year, all households | Per household | Index vs. U.S. (100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle maintenance and repairs | $5.3M | $923 | 96 |
| Gasoline and other fuels | $16.8M | $2,947 | 114 |
| Food away from home | $20.9M | $3,658 | 90 |
| Groceries | $33.8M | $5,926 | 94 |
| Personal care products and services | $5M | $875 | 87 |
| Child care and other personal services | $2.5M | $436 | 75 |
| Memberships, classes and admissions | $4M | $709 | 72 |
| Medical and dental services | $6.2M | $1,093 | 85 |
| Pets | $5M | $875 | 96 |
| Clothing, shoes and related services | $10.5M | $1,844 | 90 |
| Vehicle insurance | $14.4M | $2,522 | 129 |
| Home repairs, maintenance and insurance | $16.2M | $2,847 | 94 |
| Lawn care, cleaning and other household services | $8.3M | $1,450 | 103 |
| Rent and homeowner costs | $85M | $14,905 | 89 |
Household spending is estimated from the incomes of the households in each neighborhood, using what households at each income spent nationally in 2024, adjusted for the region. It counts what residents spend, wherever they spend it.
Population and households in Lancaster County
- Population, 2025 estimate
- 10,995+0.9% since 2020
- Households
- 5,701
- Median age
- 57.8
- Homes lived in by their owners
- 81%
- Vehicles per household
- 1.9
- Land area
- 133 sq. mi.
- People per square mile
- 82
- Median household income
- $69,713+29.8% vs. 2015–2019, before inflation
- Average household income
- $102,227
- Median home value
- $327,000
- Jobs located here
- 4,634
- Daytime population
- 9,988Residents who don’t work, plus everyone whose job is here
Looking at a specific site in Lancaster County?
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Questions
How fast is Lancaster County, VA growing?
Population estimates put Lancaster County at 10,995 people in 2025, up 0.9% since 2020, slower than the U.S. (+3.1%). It has 5,701 households. Median household income rose 29.8% from the 2015–2019 survey, before inflation.
How much do households in Lancaster County, VA spend?
Households in Lancaster County spend about $85M a year on rent and homeowner costs, $33.8M on groceries and $20.9M on food away from home. Set against the U.S., households in Lancaster County spend the most on vehicle insurance (an index of 129, where 100 is the U.S. average) and the least on memberships, classes and admissions (72).
Which business types have the highest market scores in Lancaster County, VA?
The highest Groundwork market scores in Lancaster County are for pet businesses (56), insurance agencies (54) and gas stations (52). Lancaster County ranks #833 of 2,200 scored counties for pet businesses.
How does Lancaster County, VA compare with the U.S.?
The median household income in Lancaster County is $69,713 a year, 14% below the U.S. median of $80,734. The population rose 0.9% from 2020 to 2025, against +3.1% for the U.S. The median home value is $327,000, against $332,700 for the U.S. For its number of households, Lancaster County has the most map listings, relative to the U.S., for clothing, shoe and laundry businesses (66% above the U.S. rate) and the fewest for salons, barbers and spas (33% below the U.S. rate).
What is the Groundwork market score?
The Groundwork market score runs from 0 to 100 and compares a market with others of its kind for one business type: states with states, metro areas with metro areas, small-town markets and counties with their own. It weighs household spending per competitor (35%), households per business with payroll (25%), population growth (20%) and spending power (20%), each ranked against those peers. A higher score means that, taken together, the market has more household spending and more households for each business already there, faster population growth and more spending per household than similar markets. It describes a market, not any one site or deal. 24 of the 56 business types have a score in Lancaster County, each ranked against other counties.
How can I see the market around a specific site?
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