Lancaster, Illinois
Lancaster: city in Illinois, United States of America
About
Lancaster is a city located in the county of Wabash in the U.S. state of Illinois. Its population at the 2010 census was 1,587. After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 1,411 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Lancaster
| Population | 1,411 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Illinois (United States) |
| County | Wabash County |
| Latitude & Longitude | 38.5478,-87.8653 |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 22:07:33 (16th April 2026) |
| Population growth | -12.47% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 80℉ Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms 7-days weather |
Geography
Lancaster is located at 38°32'52"N 87°51'55"W (38.5478300, -87.8653100).
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Weather
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7-Day ForecastDemographics
According to census records, the population of Lancaster decreased by 12.47% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 1,587 | - | census |
| 2011 | 1,574 | -0.83% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 1,562 | -0.77% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 1,556 | -0.39% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 1,543 | -0.84% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 1,524 | -1.25% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 1,518 | -0.4% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 1,502 | -1.07% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 1,495 | -0.47% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 1,487 | -0.54% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 1,411 | -5.39% | estimation process |
People born in Lancaster (1)
American politician (1844-1927) Edwin R. Ridgely was born in Lancaster
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Lancaster, IL. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 403487 | Wabash Valley College | Mount Carmel (IL) | 62863 |
| 145707 | Olney Central College | Olney (IL) | 62450 |
| 152628 | Vincennes Beauty College | Vincennes (IN) | 47591 |
| 152637 | Vincennes University | Vincennes (IN) | 47591 |
| 152099 | Oakland City University | Oakland City (IN) | 47660-1099 |
Nearby Transit Stations (5)
Rail and bus stations connected to Lancaster, IL. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| EVN | Evansville, IN | 119 Northwest 6th Street | BUS |
| EFG | Effingham | 401 West National Ave. | RAIL |
| MVI | Mt. Vernon, IL | 102 Potomac Boulevard | BUS |
| CEN | Centralia station | 108 East Broadway | RAIL |
| MAT | Mattoon station | 1718 Broadway Ave. | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Lancaster.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| West Salem Post Office | West Salem (IL) | 62476 |
| Allendal Post Office | Allendale (IL) | 62410 |
| Bone Ga Post Office | Bone Gap (IL) | 62815 |
| Parkersburg Post Office | Parkersburg (IL) | 62452 |
| Bellmon Post Office | Bellmont (IL) | 62811 |
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- Lancaster, California The most populous city in Los Angeles County, California. with a population of 155,822 people.
- Lancaster, Ohio The county seat of Fairfield County, Ohio. with a population of 40,932 people.
- Lancaster, Texas city in Dallas County, Texas, United States with a population of 39,265 people.
- Lancaster, Pennsylvania city in central Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, United States with a population of 17,106 people.
- Lancaster, New York town in Erie County, New York with a population of 10,064 people.
- Lancaster, South Carolina city in central Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, United States with a population of 9,156 people.
- Lancaster, Massachusetts town in Worcester County, Massachusetts, United States with a population of 7,857 people.
- Lancaster, Kentucky city in and seat of Garrard County, Kentucky, United States with a population of 3,840 people.
- Lancaster, Wisconsin city in Grant County, Wisconsin, United States with a population of 3,700 people.
- Lancaster, New Hampshire town in New Hampshire, United States with a population of 3,234 people.
- Lancaster, Indiana township in Wells County, Indiana with a population of 1,494 people.
- Lancaster, Missouri city in Schuyler County, Missouri, United States with a population of 744 people.
- Lancaster, Minnesota city in Kittson County, Minnesota with a population of 327 people.
- Lancaster, Kansas city in Kansas, U. with a population of 282 people.
Other cities in Wabash County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Wabash County , IL.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Mount Carmel | 6,813 | City in and county seat of Wasbash County, Illinois, United States |
| Allendale | 463 | Village in Wabash Precinct, Wabash County, Illinois |
| Bellmont | 260 | Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America |
| Keensburg | 194 | Village in the United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Lancaster distances to largest Illinois cities