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Fairfield, OH vs Lancaster, OH

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Highlights
Are people in Lancaster older or younger than people in Fairfield?
- The Median Age in Lancaster is 0.3 years younger than in Fairfield.

Are housing costs cheaper in Lancaster or Fairfield?
- Lancaster housing costs are 7.5% less expensive than Fairfield housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Lancaster or Fairfield?
- The average commute for residents of Lancaster is 3.2 minutes longer than it is for residents of Fairfield.

Things to do in Fairfield?
Fairfield, Ohio lies within Butler county providing its visitors great culture attractions from Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park & Museum to Liberty Center Shopping Mall along with recreation sites like Fairfield Aquatic Center.

Things to do in Lancaster?
Lancaster, Ohio is located in Fairfield County providing its citizens great recreational activities like Hocking Valley Scenic Railway along with stores like River Valley Mall as well as dining spots near Old Town Hall Bar & Grille.

 Fairfield, OHLancaster, OHUnited States
 Population  Unlock40,360329,725,481
 Median Income$63,418  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock39.438.4
 Avg. Home Price$228,600  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock5.4%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time22.82  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Fairfield    1 Reviews

I have lived in Fairfield for over 20 years. They have a village green that has really given the city a lot. A new library, arts center and shops. I enjoy Fairfield.   More

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Reviews for Lancaster    5 Reviews

We've lived here for 3 years and I've lived in Ohio my entire life. It's probably the best smaller city in the state. A historic town - well maintained and just  More

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God gave us two eyes. He did so people would look INTO His world, not AT tiny screens. Even before iPhones visitors were passing by Lancaster's beauty. They'd  More

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Over 15 years ago

I grew up here..Lived in Lancaster from when i was 5 till i was 19 and left that crap hole. Columbus is 45 minutes away not 20. trust me i drove it alot becuase there is  More

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