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Lawrence, KS
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Lawrence, KS
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 $62,838 , which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $37,946. The unemployment rate stands at 3.6% (0% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 6.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 3,726 business establishments, including 335 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Lawrence is $269,500 , 4% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $322,757. Median rent is $1,054/month, with 30.8% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 90.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1987.
Safety & Crime
Lawrence reports 135 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 65% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,538/100K.
Education
55.1% of adults in Lawrence hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% above the national average). 95.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Lawrence has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 301 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 37.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.