Lancaster County, Pennsylvania Housing Market
In Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, the median home value is $301,100, with a median monthly rent of $1,357. This places Lancaster County at #618 nationally out of 3134 counties by median home value, and #7 within Pennsylvania.
📈 Price Trend (2017 → 2024)
📊 Recent Market Momentum (FHFA HPI)
FHFA House Price Index — All-Transactions, Annual (2000 = 100) · Latest: 2025
📍 Economic Snapshot
Employment & Wages
- Avg weekly wage: $1,193
- Establishments: 14,339
- BLS QCEW, 2025
Housing Supply
- Single-family: 818
- Multi-family: 478
- U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey
Migration Patterns
- Inflow: 237,272 (avg $89,979)
- Outflow: 232,158 (avg $90,224)
- IRS Statistics of Income
📍 Sub-Market Activity
Top 10 active ZIP codes in Lancaster County · Latest: 2025
| # | ZIP Code | HPI | YoY Change | Latest Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 17560 | 306.2 | +19.68% | 2025 |
| 2 | 17578 | 269.7 | +15.55% | 2025 |
| 3 | 17536 | 253.5 | -5.72% | 2025 |
| 4 | 17584 | 285.2 | +10.97% | 2025 |
| 5 | 17565 | 286.9 | +7.76% | 2025 |
| 6 | 17563 | 258.4 | +3.62% | 2025 |
| 7 | 17566 | 293.0 | +15.59% | 2025 |
| 8 | 17562 | 344.6 | +10.27% | 2025 |
| 9 | 17501 | 269.8 | +6.37% | 2025 |
| 10 | 17509 | 266.3 | +3.56% | 2025 |
Source: FHFA HPI for Five-Digit ZIP Codes (All-Transactions Index, 2000 = 100).
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| Metric | Lancaster County | Pennsylvania Average | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $301,100 | $212,079 | $227,706 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,357 | $990 | $968 |
| Owner Occupancy Rate | 69.8% | 74.2% | 73.3% |
| Price/Rent Ratio | 18.5 | 17.5 | 18.7 |
Market Analysis
The median home value in Lancaster County is 42.0% above the Pennsylvania state average and 32.2% above the U.S. national average. The median rent of $1,357/month is 37.1% above the state average.
With a price-to-rent ratio of 18.5, the buy-vs-rent decision in Lancaster County is balanced. Whether buying or renting makes more sense depends on your time horizon, down payment capacity, and local market conditions.
Lancaster County has an owner-occupancy rate of 69.8%, compared to 74.2% in Pennsylvania and 73.3% nationally. This indicates a more renter-heavy market than the U.S. average.
Similar Counties by Home Value
| County | State | Median Home Value | Median Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Union County | South Dakota | $301,100 | $1,069 |
| Pasco County | Florida | $300,900 | $1,505 |
| Glynn County | Georgia | $301,300 | $1,135 |
| Elko County | Nevada | $301,400 | $1,164 |
| Bannock County | Idaho | $300,700 | $960 |
Other Counties in Pennsylvania
| County | Median Home Value | Median Rent | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lehigh County | $300,400 | $1,383 | 65.6% |
| Butler County | $294,200 | $1,041 | 76.9% |
| Northampton County | $308,600 | $1,395 | 71.1% |
| Centre County | $323,500 | $1,207 | 61.8% |
| Cumberland County | $277,600 | $1,249 | 71.3% |
Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 2024 5-Year Estimates (2017–2024). Variables: B25077 (Median Home Value), B25064 (Median Gross Rent), B25003 (Tenure). Data collected on 2026-10-14. The price-to-rent ratio is calculated as Median Home Value ÷ (Median Monthly Rent × 12).