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Lawrence, IL
Full City Profile · Illinois · Boone County County
Lawrence, IL
At a Glance
How Lawrence Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Lawrence's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Lawrence a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Lawrence residents earn a median household income of $94,205 , which is 25% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $52,623. The unemployment rate stands at 4.8% (33% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 12.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 880 business establishments, including 75 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Lawrence is $218,800 , 22% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $266,605. The cost of living index is 100.0 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1977.
Safety & Crime
Lawrence reports 109 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 71% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,118/100K.
Education
15.4% of adults in Lawrence hold a bachelor's degree or higher (54% below the national average). 91.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Lawrence has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 37.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.