Lancaster

Lancaster is a city in Fairfield County, Ohio that sits on rolling terrain with residential areas mixed throughout commercial zones and parks. The streets weave through these different spaces, creating connections between neighborhoods and the downtown core.

The city was founded around 1800 and grew into a regional administrative center serving the county. This role as the county seat shaped its development and brought public institutions and services over the decades.

The city maintains multiple public venues for community gatherings, including spaces for municipal meetings, educational sessions, and civic engagement activities.

The city can be visited year-round with summer months offering comfortable conditions for walking around and exploring neighborhoods. Parking is available throughout the downtown and residential areas, making it easy to stop and wander on foot.

The city received 39.5 million dollars from the American Rescue Plan Act to enhance infrastructure and public services across multiple sectors.

Location: Fairfield County

Inception: 1800

Elevation above the sea: 268 m

Website: http://ci.lancaster.oh.us

GPS coordinates: 39.71930,-82.60529

Latest update: December 14, 2025 17:58