Median Age
36 Years
Largest Age Group
10-19 Years
Approximately 15% of Residents
Under 20
28%
Over 65
15%
Lancaster
Lancaster, CA Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,680
Population
248,425
Renter Mix
36% Rent
The dynamic hub of the Antelope Valley
Suburban
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Affordable
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Scenic
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Active
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Mountain Views
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Lancaster, California combines desert beauty with modern living in the Antelope Valley. Located 70 miles north of Los Angeles, this growing city offers affordable housing options while pioneering sustainable initiatives. Current rental trends show one-bedroom apartments averaging $1,569, while three-bedroom homes command around $2,870 per month, keeping housing costs relatively stable compared to other California cities.
Known for its solar power innovation, Lancaster features The BLVD, a downtown district where residents gather for shopping, dining, and community events. Outdoor enthusiasts can explore the Prime Desert Woodland Preserve or witness spring wildflower blooms at the Antelope Valley California Poppy Reserve. The Lancaster Performing Arts Center hosts year-round performances, while the city's Musical Road - which plays the William Tell Overture when driven over - adds an unexpected element to daily commutes. The area maintains strong connections to aviation history through the Aerospace Walk of Honor and its proximity to Edwards Air Force Base, while offering amenities like extensive trails and bikeways for active residents.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$71,111
Average: $90,385
Education
41,493
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
104,113
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Lancaster has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
36%
Non-Renters
64%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
14%
Other Education
86%
Rent Trends
As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Lancaster, CA is $726 for a studio, $1,685 for one bedroom, $1,882 for two bedrooms, and $2,853 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Lancaster has increased by 1.3% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,685/month
635 Sq Ft
House
$2,883/month
1,621 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,309/month
1,034 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Lancaster, CA is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
40
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
20
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
40
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-8
763 Students
Del Sur Senior Elementary School
Public
Grades K-8
763 Students
John And Jacquelyn Miller Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
697 Students
John and Jacquelyn Miller Elementary
Public
Grades K-5
697 Students
Public
Grades K-5
659 Students
Fulton And Alsbury Academy Of Arts And Engineering
Public
Grades 6-8
414 Students
Del Sur Senior Elementary School
Public
Grades K-8
763 Students
Public
Grades K-8
763 Students
Public
Grades K-8
680 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
859 Students
Soar High (Students on Academic Rise) School
Public
Grades 9-12
670 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,688 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,688 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,631 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,631 Students
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Points of Interest
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Airports
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.