2018 Best Places to Live in Lancaster CountyAbout this List

Manheim Township

• Town in Pennsylvania
• 89

Niche User: The overall experience in this area is very mixed. There is not a lot to do here except eat out. The food scene is absolutely fantastic here. There are hundreds of choices in the area. If I had to, I would raise my children here or live here again. Although not my first choice, I am very luck to have lived here and appreciate all my parents were able to do for me. For the future, I do not imagine my neighborhood lasting much longer. Many companies have been building high-density housing in the area attracting many people from the inner city. In recent years also, Lancaster has had its highest rate in hard drug rate.
Read 89 Reviews

• A

• A+

• 39,331 Population

Salunga

• Town in Pennsylvania

• A

• A

• 2,725 Population

East Petersburg

• Town in Pennsylvania
• 2

Current Resident: Although the town is growing, East Petersburg is a relatively small town where everyone is friendly and helpful to one another. If you are having a problem in your house or in your life, the community around you is always ready to help pick you up.
Read 2 Reviews

• A-

• A

• 4,516 Population

Lititz

• Town in Pennsylvania
• 45

Current Resident: Just moved to Lititz and my husband and I love it! Friendly, and family oriented environment! Our daughter is able to enjoy activities at the Lititz Recreation center, which is close to us as well. I have heard nothing but great things about Warwick school district as well! We are able to enjoy Lititz Public Library which is extremely well-kept and is conveniently close. Our development is family-oriented and all of our neighbors are extremely friendly. Traffic is busy during rush hour however, therefore I would recommend leaving extra time during your commute if traveling through Lititz. There are a variety of excellent stores and plazas near us as well, which provides for convenient and accessible shopping experiences.
Read 45 Reviews

• A-

• A-

• 9,209 Population

Landisville

• Town in Pennsylvania
• 8

Current Resident: Friendly town, safe, great schools, parks, and a variety of shops and restaurants. Great place to raise a family.
Read 8 Reviews

• A-

• A

• 1,769 Population

Leola

• Town in Pennsylvania
• 3

Current Resident: The people are friendly. The schools are excellent. Local AA meetings are warm and insightful. There is a nice variety of restaurants, shopping, churches and entertainment.
Read 3 Reviews

• A-

• A

• 7,325 Population

Lampeter

• Town in Pennsylvania

• A-

• A

• 1,435 Population

Adamstown

• Town in Pennsylvania
• 3

Current Resident: Adamstown is a small town with a real nice environment.
The neighborhood and the people are friendly. Adamstown has a lot to offer with a Library, a Grocery Store, a YMCA , and a Swimming Pool. I am very happy living in Adamstown , PA. I have been there all of my life.
Read 3 Reviews

• A-

• A-

• 2,112 Population

Strasburg

• Town in Pennsylvania
• 5

Current Resident: I have lived here my whole life. I'm only 17, but it is a great place to live. The area is very safe. It is also scenic with all the farms surrounding the area. There is much history in the town and it attracts many tourists to look at the Amish population. Overall it is a great place to live.
Read 5 Reviews

• B+

• A

• 2,885 Population

Akron

• Town in Pennsylvania
• 13

Current Resident: Akron is a friendly small town that has a lot of potential. Neighboring towns are just as great and have a lot more to do than Akron but are more crowded. In Akron you are close by to all kinds of activities without being in the middle of it all.
Read 13 Reviews

• B+

• B+

• 3,956 Population

Elizabethtown

• Town in Pennsylvania
• 50

Current Resident: I just moved here after marrying my husband (who grew up here) from the Philly area. While it’s very different from where I came from, I find E-town to be quite adorable. I feel safe and enjoy being able to walk to town, where there’s a cute coffee shop and several quaint shops and restaurants. The location is good, with Lancaster being only half an hour away - kind of gives me a bit of that city vibe that I loved about where I used to live. Looking forward to the new Target, Whole Foods, and Wegman’s coming to the area this year! It’s been an adjustment coming from an area where I had so many different shopping choices within 10-20 minutes!
Read 50 Reviews

• B+

• B+

• 11,598 Population

Millersville

• Town in Pennsylvania
• 19

Current Resident: Nice small college town. Police officers always around. Safe area to live in. Many stores within a 5 minute driving distance. All you car and grocery needs are just a couple minutes away. Great small town!
Read 19 Reviews

• B+

• A-

• 8,370 Population

Marietta

• Town in Pennsylvania
• 4

Current Resident: I like Marietta because it is so small and everyone knows eachother , people are nice here not a lot of bad things go on but if anything were to change would probably have a local store kind of closer instead of us driving 15 minutes or more
Read 4 Reviews

• B+

• B+

• 2,601 Population

Mount Joy

• Town in Pennsylvania
• 21

Current Resident: I love Mount Joy! It is a small town with wonderful people,fun family events,many smaller local businesses,and a wonderful public library.
Read 21 Reviews

• B+

• B+

• 7,978 Population

Brownstown

• Town in Pennsylvania
• 1

Current Resident: Brownstown is a wonderful small town. I wish the community was more tight knit with business and changes.
Read 1 Review

• B+

• A

• 2,621 Population

Terre Hill

• Town in Pennsylvania

• B+

• B+

• 1,455 Population

Ephrata Township

• Town in Pennsylvania
• 8

Niche User: My overall experience have been good. Lots of friendly people, cheap grocery stores, malls, school campuses and churches are 20 to 30 minutes away or less.
Read 8 Reviews

• B+

• A-

• 10,094 Population

Conestoga

• Town in Pennsylvania
• 4

Current Resident: Conestoga is a great place because it's very quiet and peaceful. Even though it can be extremely annoying in the winter because the snow traps us a lot of time, it is still a very beautiful setting
Read 4 Reviews

• B+

• A-

• 1,203 Population

Mountville

• Town in Pennsylvania
• 8

Current Resident: If you like small town feel with access to big city things, Mountville is the place for you. This town still has it's own parades, events and is very family oriented yet has convenient access to larger cities such as Lancaster and York. Hempfield and Penn Manor School Districts are rated some of the highest in Lancaster County. Mountville has a mix of townhouses, apartments, single family homes, and condos. It consists of many small town eateries as well as well known franchises. This town is equipped with it's own community pool, several churches, and small town business owners.
Read 8 Reviews

• B

• A

• 2,852 Population

Lancaster

• Town in Pennsylvania
• 111

Current Resident: Lancaster is a quiet, but growing town outside of Philadelphia. I enjoy driving through the gently rolling fields of Amish farms on my way to work every day, and in general the rhythm of life is peaceful.
If I could change one thing, it would be Lancaster City's downtown area. Although there are a few picturesque streets, like many mid-state cities and towns, Lancaster has seen a rise in crime in its downtown area over the last decade. Neglect has plagued many of the once-beautiful townhomes in the downtown area. Hopefully revitalization is on the way!
Read 111 Reviews

• B

• C+

• 59,341 Population

New Holland

• Town in Pennsylvania
• 9

Current Resident: New Holland is a small town in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. They're population is pretty low consisting of suburban residents and Amish farmers. The town has its perks for being both safe and family friendly. Fire stations and many different health clinics are nearby. This town is perfect for a family or senior who wants a tranquil and quiet life.
The problem with this town is the access to stores. The only stores available are super markets with dated food, thrift stores, and pharmacies. This town is more comfortable for a retired senior citizen than it is for someone who wants access to new or modern technology, along with different foods or restaurants. This town also has few job opportunities for people with no experience or college education.
In summary, New Holland, PA is a small town with limited access but a calm and tranquil atmosphere.
Read 9 Reviews

• B

• B+

• 5,418 Population

Gap

• Town in Pennsylvania
• 14

Current Resident: Very pleasant people and many job opportunities in blue collar with a reasonable cost of living. The property values are high, and the community is not very diverse. Schools are good and improving.
Read 14 Reviews

• B

• B

• 2,071 Population

Denver

• Town in Pennsylvania
• 15

Current Resident: I like living in Denver because it is such a quiet little town with lots of kind people. I loved growing up in the here as a child because everyone is so close to one another it is easy to make friends and receive help from neighbors if you need it. I also liked living in this town because it is close to many different things in the area such as grocery stores, school, or places for entertainment. If I were to change anything about Denver, I would make it bigger because all the homes are so close together and I think it would be so much nicer if it was spread out with more room.
Read 15 Reviews

• B

• A-

• 3,870 Population

Bowmansville

• Town in Pennsylvania
• 2

• B

• B+

• 1,986 Population

Ephrata

• Town in Pennsylvania
• 45

Current Resident: An average American town. Everything you need to be satisfied, but nothing too exciting. It has definitely grown over the years, but is still small enough that it's not overwhelming. But, it is still close enough to commute to many other areas like Lancaster City, Hershey, York, Harrisburg, Philadelphia... within an hour, or so, drive. There are the occasional crimes, but rarely ever violent. Elementary, middle and high schools locally, as well as nearby colleges and universities. Not a wealthy area, but close by to others. More blue collar.
Read 45 Reviews

• B

• B+

• 13,714 Population