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Lancaster, NY vs Santa Margarita, CA

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Are people in Santa Margarita older or younger than people in Lancaster?
- The Median Age in Santa Margarita is 0.1 years older than in Lancaster.

Are housing costs cheaper in Santa Margarita or Lancaster?
- Santa Margarita housing costs are 201.2% more expensive than Lancaster housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Santa Margarita or Lancaster?
- The average commute for residents of Santa Margarita is 0.1 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Lancaster.

Things to do in Lancaster?
Lancaster, New York is found in Erie County giving residents access to parks like Amherst State Park plus recreation venues such as Lancaster Opera House.

Things to do in Santa Margarita?
Living in Santa Margarita, CA is like living in paradise. The small town of just over 1,800 people has an abundance of natural beauty and outdoor recreation opportunities, making it a great place to raise a family or retire. The mild weather allows for year-round enjoyment of the outdoors with plenty of sunshine as well as snow skiing in the nearby Sierra Nevada Mountains. Local amenities include shopping centers, restaurants, churches and parks all within walking distance. With its close proximity to the coast and Central Coast wine country combined with its small-town atmosphere and friendly neighbors, Santa Margarita is truly a special place to live.

 Lancaster, NYSanta Margarita, CAUnited States
 Population  Unlock800329,725,481
 Median Income$79,908  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock4638.4
 Avg. Home Price$292,100  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock5.8%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time21.89  Unlock26.38
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