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Lawrence, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Lawrence is a small town in Illinois with a population of 213. Residents earn $94,205 per year, which is 25% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
213 Population 576/sq mi density
$94,205 Median Income $52,623 per capita
$218,800 Home Value
48°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$94,205 median income, 4.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$218,800 home value
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $94,205
25% higher than US avg
Home Value $218,800
22% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.4%
54% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.7%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.8%
33% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.5%
1% higher than US avg

How Lawrence Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population213
Median Age31.7 yrs
Density576/mi²
Male / Female61% / 39%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$94,205
Per Capita$52,623
Unemployment4.8%
Poverty12.5%
County GDP$1,975M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$218,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units92
Rent Burden28.6%

Health

Obesity36.7%
Uninsured12.0%
Smoking16.9%
Depression24.5%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.6 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation895 ft (273 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.4%
High School+91.6%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.30

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 42%
Commute33 min
Broadband72.0%
Libraries2

Is Lawrence a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lawrence receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Lawrence offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lawrence is $94,205, 25% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 4.8%, indicating a healthy job market. 12.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lawrence is $218,800, 22% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Lawrence experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.6 inches, including 30.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Lawrence has a population of 213 with a density of 576 people per square mile. The median age is 31.7 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.2%), with 1.9% Hispanic.

Population

213
Total Population
576
People / sq mi
31.7yrs
Median Age
19% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 60.6%
Female 39.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Lawrence vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.0%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.0%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lawrence vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lawrence is $94,205, which is 25% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Lawrence vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$94,205
25% above US avg
Per Capita Income$52,623
Avg Weekly Wage$1,066
IRS Avg AGI$78,138

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
33% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.5%
1% above US avg
Establishments (County)880
County GDP$1,975M

Business (County)

Restaurants75
Healthcare70
Retail90
Manufacturing68

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,648
147% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.95%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.5 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Lawrence is $218,800, 22% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$218,800
22% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$169
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio101.5%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Rent Burden28.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$652
1 Bedroom$721
2 Bedrooms$946
3 Bedrooms$1,136
4 Bedrooms$1,253

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units92
Median Year Built1977

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,648
147% above US avg
Effective Rate3.95%
In Lawrence, 36.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.0% of residents lack health insurance. 16.9% are current smokers. 24.5% report depression. 27.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Lawrence vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.7%
14% above US avg
Diabetes11.5%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure33.9%
Asthma10.5%
COPD7.5%
Cancer6.8%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.9%
21% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.9%
Physical Inactivity27.6%
Depression24.5%
Mental Distress19.3%
Physical Distress14.2%
Short Sleep34.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate73.1%
Uninsured12.0%
40% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,899
Dentists1:2,658
Mental Health1:2,217
Checkup Rate74.5%
Dental Visits56.7%
Premature Death6,935/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access77.8%
Healthcare Facilities70
Lawrence has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.6 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average48.2°F
11% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.6 inches
1% below US avg
Snowfall30.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation895 ft (273 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density576/sq mi
Coordinates42.4433°N, 88.6417°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17007
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 15.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (54% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 14.5-point margin. 72.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.5%
D 42%

Winner: Republican by 14.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.4%
54% below US avg
High School+91.6%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.30
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density576/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access72.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities70
Restaurants75
Retail Stores90

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.5 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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