Lancaster, OH vs Margate, FL
Side-by-side comparison of housing, income, commute, safety, and quality of life.
Score Snapshot
No universal winner
Scores summarize the published model. Use the objective metric differences below and your own priorities to choose.
Lancaster
70.3
#1116 nationally
Margate
69.4
#1219 nationally
Margate leads in crime level (7.1 vs 11.1). Lancaster leads in cost of living index (91 vs 110). Lancaster leads in walk score (41 vs 37).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Lancaster, OH | Margate, FL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 70.3 (#1116) | 69.4 (#1219) |
| Population | 41,422 | 58,593 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $279,719 | $322,588 |
| Median Household Income | $52,716 | $56,324 |
| Average Commute | 27 min | 28.9 min |
| Walk Score | 41 | 37 |
| Crime Level | 11.1 | 7.1 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 91 | 110 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+24.1 | D+17.0 |
C-
70.3 Score
Lancaster, OH
Small Ohio city with local appeal
Median Home
$279,719
Population
41,422
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
41
Midwest
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D+
69.4 Score
Margate, FL
Florida community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$322,588
Population
58,593
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
37
Southeast
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