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Lancaster, OH vs Hilliard, OH

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Highlights
Are people in Hilliard older or younger than people in Lancaster?
- The Median Age in Hilliard is 3.1 years younger than in Lancaster.

Are housing costs cheaper in Hilliard or Lancaster?
- Hilliard housing costs are 55.3% more expensive than Lancaster housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Hilliard or Lancaster?
- The average commute for residents of Hilliard is 3.4 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Lancaster.

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.

Things to do in Hilliard?
Hilliard, Ohio is situated in Franklin county featuring numerous attractions such as Weaver Park Nature Reserve or Darby Creek Golf Course combined with stores like The Mall at Tuttle Crossing and local food spots such as Bob Evans

 Lancaster, OHHilliard, OHUnited States
 Population  Unlock35,530329,725,481
 Median Income$50,994  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock36.338.4
 Avg. Home Price$211,500  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.4%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time25.97  Unlock26.38
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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Reviews for Hilliard    7 Reviews

I have been here now since 2005, and in that time i have seen the city change a lot, it used to be quiet here, homes were cheap, and income was good compared to cost of  More

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Over 11 years ago

The quality of life is dreary. Property tax is very high, cost of living in comparison to salary also high. Winter seems to last for a solid six months. The upside:  More

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Hilliard is a great place to live with its good schools and growing economy. However, allergy sufferers beware, the allergen are high. Tree, ragweed, you name it, but be  More

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