150 movers in Lancaster
Octopus Van Lines Inc
"I had a great experience from start to finish working with Octopus Vanlines. Booking the move was a breeze. Ariel and Jose were punctual, kind, efficient and careful with our belongings. The customer service agent I worked with was very responsive..."
Capitol City Movers Inc
"They way over-charged from their estimate for us, we were given a estimate of 1800.00 to move a three bedroom house less than a tenth of a mile to our new location, they never told us that we would have to pay in cash until they had the truck load..."
Petra Pro Movers LLC
"Totally unprofessional! Stay away! My experience with Petra Pro was abysmal, and that is being nice. I ordered full packing service. The packers arrived at my home in Maryland and did a HORRIBLE job packing my items. Most importantly, they did no..."
Royal Movers Enterprises LLC
"Steve and Chaz were very professional, efficient, and made moving stress free! I highly recommend Royal Movers! They walked though everything step my step and helped get it all put exactly where I wanted"
All Around Moving & Storage
"Kris and crew did a great job on my move. They were professional, courteous, and careful with my items. They had the move down to a science. It was a very hot day and they worked so hard to get the job done in the time that was estimated! Thank you!"
Lexington Transport Services
"These guys were great! They moved me from one apartment to another, and were cheerful and friendly the whole time. The owner of the company was on the job and led his crew, who were very professional and respectful of my belongings the entire ti..."
Handle With Care Moving & Delivery
"We have utilized Handle With Care for both local and long distance moving, in addition to having their team load our own trailer. Each time the crew has been polite, efficient and no damage has been incurred. We will continue working with them."
All Time Moving
"We had an excellent experience with All-time moving. The 3 movers who arrived at our home blanket wrapped all of our furniture with so much care and unwrapped and placed it all in our new home. I would not hesitate to use all time moving again!"
Anytime Moving
"We have hired Anytime Moving in Roseville, MI many, many times and they gave us 100 percent customer service and same day service at times. Adam the owner and CEO is so professional and courteous. His TEAM are so polite, kind and careful with your..."
Lucidos Discount Moving
"Great job from my initial call to the owner to the time the movers pulled away when finished. Everything we agreed upon was fulfilled and done with care and efficiency. - Arrived on time (actually slightly early so they could set up and start mov..."
What to know when moving to Lancaster, OH
TL;DR: Lancaster at a Glance
- The Vibe:
- A community where 33.3% of residents are renters and the median household income is $68,242.
- The Major Draw:
- The median gross rent is $1,031, making it relatively affordable.
- The Reality Check:
- With only 0.2% using public transit, it's a car-dependent area.
- Top Tip:
- Budget for $1,031 in monthly rent.
The 'Vibe' Check: Who Thrives Here?
Lancaster has a population of about 62,450, with a median household income of $68,242. The educational attainment is moderate, with 22.8% of residents holding a bachelor's degree or higher. The housing market shows that 33.3% of the population are renters, indicating a significant number of households own their homes. The area is quite car-dependent, with a very low public transit usage rate of only 0.2%.
Probably not your spot if you are looking for extensive public transport options.
Your Money: Housing & Cost Snapshot
- The median gross rent is $1,031, providing a reasonably affordable option for renters.
- The median owner-occupied home value is $215,900, indicating a stable real estate market.
- The poverty rate stands at 12.0%, reflecting some economic challenges in the community.
- With a renter percentage of 33.3%, the community has a mix of both renters and homeowners.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Data Profiles.
Crime & Safety: What the Numbers Say
In Ohio, the crime rates show a promising trend. The violent crime rate is 283.3 per 100,000 residents, which is 12.9% lower than the national average. Property crime rates are also slightly lower than the national figure, at 1461.8 per 100,000 residents, marking a 21.7% decrease since 2022.
- Violent crime: 283.3 per 100k vs. national 325.3 per 100k
- Property crime: 1461.8 per 100k vs. national 1546.9 per 100k
- Notable trend: Homicide rate down 31.8% since 2022
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (state-level summarized data for Ohio).
Schools & Higher Ed
Access to educational institutions in Lancaster includes:
- Mount Carmel College of Nursing - Fairfield
- Ohio University-Lancaster Campus
Source: ArcGIS Postsecondary School Locations, NCES College Scorecard.
Weather & Getting Outside
While climate data is unavailable, there are several outdoor spots nearby worth visiting:
- Rising Park (4.8 stars, 2669 reviews)
- Alley Park (4.8 stars, 803 reviews)
- Chestnut Ridge Metro Park (4.7 stars, 785 reviews)
- Clear Creek Metro Park (4.8 stars, 582 reviews)
Source: Google Places API.
