Information on Lancaster, Worcester County
The Town of Lancaster is located in the state of Massachusetts, in Worcester County. Its area, population and other key information are listed below. |
Lancaster Town HALL, Worcester County
| Lancaster Town Hall's address | Lancaster Lancaster Municipal Building 695 Main St.. Suite 2 Lancaster MA 01523 United States | |
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| Phone number of Lancaster Town Hall | +1 978-365-4011 | |
| Lancaster, MA email | Not available | |
| Lancaster official website | Not available | |
| Mayor of Lancaster | ||
| Worcester County, Massachusetts: Vital Records | Lancaster vital records | |
| Birth Certificate | Order your Massachusetts birth certificate online | |
Common questions about Lancaster
What county is Lancaster MA in?Lancaster, MA is located in Worcester County |
Where is Lancaster, Massachusetts ?Lancaster is located in Worcester County, in the central part of Massachusetts, United States. It lies about 30 miles west-northwest of Boston, the state capital, and is bordered by the towns of Leominster, Clinton, and Bolton. This position places it within the state's significant network of small towns and suburban communities. |
What is the cost of living in Lancaster MA ?The cost of living in Lancaster, Massachusetts (Worcester County) is relatively high. Housing costs are around $400,000 for a median home price, while transportation expenses average about $1,200 monthly. Grocery prices are approximately 10% above the national average, contributing to a higher overall living cost in this quaint town. |
Lancaster administrative division
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| Commonwealth | Massachusetts |
| County | Worcester - other counties in Massachusetts |
Lancaster building department, MA
If you're planning a construction project in Lancaster, MA, you'll need to secure the necessary permits before getting started. To do this, visit the Building Department, located at the town's municipal offices, where you can submit your application and ask any questions you might have. It's important to reach out to the staff there for detailed information on the associated costs and estimated processing times, as these can vary based on the scope of your project. The knowledgeable team at the Building Department will guide you through the permitting process and ensure you meet all local regulations and requirements.
| Office | Lancaster Building Department |
|---|---|
| City | Lancaster |
| State | Massachusetts |
| Address | 701 Main Street, Suite 4, Lancaster, MA 01523 |
| Phone | 978-365-3326 |
| Website | https://www.ci.lancaster.ma.us/building-department |
Demography of Lancaster
| Name of Lancaster inhabitants (demonym) | Not available | |||
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| Date | Current value | Classed by Region/Country | ||
| Population | 8 055 inhabitants | 197 / 3 372 | ||
| Population density in Lancaster | 287,5 pop/sq mi (111,0 pop/km²) | |||
Lancaster Town (MA) statistics
| Lancaster MA Median household income | $107,432 |
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| Lancaster MA Poverty rate | 5.6% |
| Lancaster MA Unemployment rate | 3.2% |
| Lancaster MA Educational attainment | 94.8% |
Air quality
| Lancaster Air Quality Today | 30 (Good) |
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Events nearby
 | V.oL.T! - Modern [Live] Discotheque | 2025-06-06 at Electric Haze | |
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 | Wubz in the Woo | 2025-06-13 at Electric Haze | |
 | All In Underground Hip Hop Tour Pt 2 | 2025-06-14 at Electric Haze | |
 | Into the Floyd Live at Electric Haze | 2025-06-14 at Electric Haze | |
 | Playing Dead | 2025-06-20 at Electric Haze | |
 | Emo Night Worcester | 2025-06-21 at Electric Haze | |
 | Kristen Ford, Rachael Sage, Carissa Johnson, Sarah Donner | 2025-06-22 at Electric Haze |
List of Passport Facilities in Lancaster, MA
Where to apply for a passport in Lancaster, MA? There are 1 passport offices in Lancaster, try one of these:
| Name | Street | Phone number |
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| LANCASTER POST OFFICE | 771 MAIN ST | 9783654923 |
Lancaster administrative numbers
| Lancaster Town code | 2534165 |
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| Lancaster Town postcode | 01523 |
Transportation modes in Lancaster
| Airport | Gardner Municipal Airport 18 miles Worcester Regional Airport 18.1 miles Hanscom Field 19.7 miles |
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Lancaster territory
| Lancaster area | 28,02 sq mi (72,57 km²) |
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| Lancaster altitude | 243 Altitude feet |
| Geographical coordinates | Latitude: 42.4828 Longitude: -71.6755 Latitude: 42° 28' 58'' North Longitude: 71° 40' 32'' West |
| Time zone | UTC -5:00 (America/New_York) Summer time : UTC -4:00 Winter time : UTC -5:00 |
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| Namesake of Lancaster |
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| Natural parks | Lancaster isn't part of a natural park |
What is Lancaster close to?
Leaflet | Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors
| Nearby cities include: Harvard, Bolton, Clinton and Leominster | ||
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| Leominster | Harvard | Harvard |
| Clinton |  | Harvard |
| Clinton | Bolton | Bolton |
| Harvard 4.7 miles | Bolton 4.8 miles | Clinton 5 miles |
| Leominster 5.5 miles | Sterling 5.7 miles | Shirley 6.5 miles |
| Berlin 7.1 miles | Lunenburg 7.3 miles | Ayer 7.5 miles |
| Boxborough 7.9 miles | Boylston 9.1 miles | Stow 9.1 miles |
| Hudson 9.3 miles | West Boylston 9.6 miles | Littleton 10.1 miles |
| Princeton 10.5 miles | Groton 10.5 miles | Fitchburg 10.9 miles |
| Northborough 11.1 miles | Marlborough 11.3 miles | Maynard 11.9 miles |
Distance between Lancaster and other main cities and towns
| Los Angeles : 2572 miles | Houston : 1581 miles | Philadelphia : 248 miles closest |
| Phoenix : 2264 miles | San Antonio : 1741 miles | San Diego : 2546 miles |
| Dallas : 1521 miles | San Jose : 2647 miles | Jacksonville : 1006 miles |
| Indianapolis : 776 miles | San Francisco : 2696 miles | Austin : 1669 miles |
| Columbus : 613 miles | Fort Worth : 1550 miles | Charlotte : 704 miles |
| Distances are calculated as the crow flies | ||
Schools in Lancaster, MA
Elementary schools in Lancaster
Mary Rowlandson Elementary
District of NashobaLowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 5
Students : 485
Middle schools in Lancaster
Luther Burbank Middle School
District of NashobaLowest grade : 6, Highest grade : 8
Students : 247
Private schools in Lancaster
Nashoba Montessori School
Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : KStudents : 25
Rfk Lancaster School
Lowest grade : 5, Highest grade : 12Students : 44
Trivium School
Lowest grade : 7, Highest grade : 12Students : 80
Leisure and activities in Lancaster surrounding area
| Golf course | |
|---|---|
| Twin Springs Golf Course to Bolton 3.1 miles | Sterling Country Club to Sterling 3.4 miles |
| International Golf Club - Oaks Course to Bolton 4.1 miles | Monoosnock Country Club to Leominster 5.5 miles |
| Berlin Country Club to Berlin 5.8 miles | Grand View Country Club to Leominster 6.3 miles |
| Maplewood Golf Course to Lunenburg 7.4 miles | Shaker Hills Golf Club to Harvard 7.5 miles |
| Wedgewood Pines Country Club to Stow 7.5 miles | Stow Acres Country Club to Stow 8.9 miles |