Why Some Amish Families Are Leaving Lancaster County

Why are some Amish families leaving Lancaster County, Pennsylvania? Behind the familiar farms and buggies are decisions about land prices, livelihoods, and opportunities for the next generation. This video explores farmland affordability, the growth of Amish communities, and why some families move while others build businesses closer to home. We discuss reported migration into northern Maryland—and how new buyers can also create more competition for local farmland. Financial examples are hypothetical and clearly labeled. Population figures are dated 2025. AI-generated scenery and the virtual presenter are illustrative, not footage of real interviews or named individuals. Have you noticed new Amish farms or businesses near you? Tell us your state or county in the comments. Subscribe to Amish Living Journal for more stories about Amish life, work, and rural communities. Sources: https://www.jonathancribbs.com/amish-... https://groups.etown.edu/amishstudies... https://groups.etown.edu/amishstudies... https://groups.etown.edu/amishstudies... #Amish #LancasterCounty #RuralAmerica