Lancaster County's 2026 population is estimated at 11,332, reflecting a 1.21% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Lancaster County is the 110th largest county in Virginia. The 2010 population was 11,362 and has grown -0.26% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 58.2 years
Female: 58.9 years
Male: 57.3 years
There are 9,348 adults, (4,364 of whom are seniors) in Lancaster County.
Female: 5,708 (52.2%)
Male: 5,228 (47.8%)
The racial composition of Lancaster County includes 68.53% White, 25.63% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for other race, Asian, Native American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 7,494 | 68.53% |
| Black or African American | 2,803 | 25.63% |
| Two or more races | 479 | 4.38% |
| Other race | 85 | 0.78% |
| Asian | 69 | 0.63% |
| Native American | 6 | 0.05% |
Lancaster County 's average per capita income is $49,006. Household income levels show a median of $69,713. The poverty rate stands at 10.27%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $100,954 | - |
| Families | $86,273 | $135,378 |
| Households | $69,713 | $102,227 |
| Non Families | $48,948 | $58,510 |
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