Moving to Lancaster, OH

About Lancaster

Lancaster (locally LANK-(ə-)stər) is a city in Fairfield County, Ohio, and its county seat. The population was 40,552 at the 2020 United States census, making it Ohio's 30th largest city, having surpassed Warren and Findlay due to its own growth while the latter two cities declined.

Home prices in Lancaster

The median listing price in Lancaster is $312,450.

Top places in Lancaster

• Fort Ancient
• Serpent Mound
• Georgian Museum
• Ohio Glass Museum
• Ohio University
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Commuting from Lancaster

• Approximate drive to downtown Columbus: ~40 minutes (estimate; straight-line distance ~25.7 miles).
• Parts of Fairfield County fall within COTA's service area (all of Franklin County plus portions of Delaware, Fairfield, Licking, and Union counties) — check COTA for current routes serving Lancaster; driving is the primary option elsewhere.
• All drive times are estimates; verify against current routing before a move.

Schools in Lancaster

Public schools: Lancaster City School District. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.

Lancaster FAQs

• What is the housing market like in Lancaster, OH?
  The median listing price in Lancaster is $312,450. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 2026
• How is the commute from Lancaster, OH?
  Approximate drive to downtown Columbus: ~40 minutes (estimate; straight-line distance ~25.7 miles).
• Which school district serves Lancaster, OH?
  Lancaster is served by Lancaster City School District. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.

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