60+
Galleries in Lancaster that stay open late during the first Friday celebration that occurs each month.

3.2 & 2.3
Hours of driving time to NYC & DC, respectively.

1
Atlantic League Championship won by the Lancaster Barnstormers in their 2nd year of play.

21.8
Average commute time (in minutes) for Lancaster residents (vs. 31.9 for Philly Residents).

3
Days each week that Central Market is open to shop at over 60+ stands.

2,003
Total acres of park areas in Lancaster divided over 6 regional parks & 2 recreational trails.

155
Years that the Fulton Threater has operated.  A National Historic Landmark, the Fulton is considered to be the Nation's Oldest Continuously Operating Theater.


From a thriving arts community to a championship baseball team to eclectic restaurants, Lancaster’s residents get the urban experience at a fraction of the cost.

Don’t believe us? Consider this - The cost of living (i.e. the cost of basic necessities) in New York City is 82.7% higher than in Lancaster. In Philly, it’s 13.0% higher and in Washington DC, it’s 17.9% higher.

To maintain a $50,000 standard of living in Lancaster, you’d need to earn a salary of $91,340 in NYC, $56,517 in Philly, and $58, 930 in DC.

Sure...you’re salary may be greater in one of these cities, but even a greater salary might not compensate for an increased cost of living. Take a look...

When moving from Lancaster to: ...your COST OF LIVING will increase by: ...but your SALARY will only increase by:
New York, NY 82.7% 19.2%
Philadelphia, PA 13.0% 7.1%
Washington, DC 17.9% 7.0%

 

Visit the following websites for some employment opportunities and information about Lancaster!

http://www.lcci.com/jobfair/routeto.asp


http://www.lancastercityliving.org/