Lancaster, Virginia Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Lancaster, Virginia had a total population of 20, the 677th largest community in Virginia.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Lancaster Quick Facts
How Lancaster Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 22 | 20 | -9.1% |
How Lancaster Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.
State average: 61 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Lancaster Rankings in Virginia
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Other Cities in Lancaster County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Irvington | 513 | $126,136 | 5.7% | $518,200 |
| White Stone | 449 | $58,036 | 3.3% | $193,200 |
| Weems | 279 | $61,389 | 2.5% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Lancaster
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bayside | 21 | N/A | N/A | 100.0% | 0.0% |
| Warm Springs | 19 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Tasley | 23 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 100.0% |
| Nathalie | 24 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 20.8% |
| Calverton | 26 | N/A | N/A | 42.3% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 20, Lancaster's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Lancaster is a small community located in Virginia, within Lancaster County. The total population is 20. It ranks as the 677th most populous out of 681 Census-designated places in Virginia.
Age Demographics
The median age in Lancaster is 39.0 years. This is about the same as the state median of 39.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Lancaster is White (non-Hispanic), making up 55.0% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 30.0%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (30.0% vs 18.3%). The Hispanic or Latino population (5.0%) is well below the state average of 11.0%.
Education
0.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 83.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Lancaster, Virginia is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Virginia state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 681 Census-designated places in Virginia. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Lancaster, Virginia?
Lancaster, Virginia has a population of 20 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Lancaster, VA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Lancaster — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the racial makeup of Lancaster, Virginia?
Lancaster's population is 55.0% White, 30.0% Black, 5.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Lancaster, VA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Lancaster — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Lancaster, Virginia?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Lancaster hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.