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Scarlett Castillo

What I wish I knew before living in Lawrence

I'm a nurse at the local hospital and Rent is about $1,569/month for a decent place. The median home value here is around $393,500, which seems about average. Crime rate is something to consider -Lawrence sits at 674.2 per 100K. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Cost of li...

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Hazel Torres

How much do you pay for rent in Lawrence?

Hi all, We have two kids and With a population of 88,297, Lawrence is a smaller city. Median household income is $57,903, which feels about average for the area. The unemployment rate is 6.0%, which is about average. Homes are going for about $393,500 on average. There's a growing tech scene which i...

24 replies 10 upvotes housing
Olivia H.

Best apartments in Lawrence under ?

Hi all, We're a young couple and You can expect to pay around $1,569 for rent here. It's a a smaller city city with about 88,297 people. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The city has invested a lot in new development. Am I overthinking this?

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noah_native

Cheapest neighborhoods in Lawrence?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but Poverty rate is 15.1%, which is higher than I expected. Homes are going for about $393,500 on average. It's a a smaller city city with about 88,297 people. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Property taxes are high but you get good services. ...

3 replies 18 upvotes housing
Brielle Torres

Best kept secrets of Lawrence, MA

Hey, Poverty rate is 15.1%, which is higher than I expected. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Should I be concerned? Any help is appreciated. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. I'd say it's better for families than y...

1 replies 7 upvotes best-worst
Reagan Phillips

Is Lawrence worth moving to in 2026?

Anyone else feel this way? Homes are going for about $393,500 on average. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look.

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Billy R.

Freelancing from Lawrence -experience?

Hey folks, I'm a nurse at the local hospital and The unemployment rate is 6.0%, which is about average. The median home value here is around $393,500, which seems about average. With a population of 88,297, Lawrence is a smaller city. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The school system varie...

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Bennett G.

Lawrence quality of life -am I missing something?

Been living here since 2013. With a population of 88,297, Lawrence is a smaller city. Poverty rate is 15.1%, which is higher than I expected. The median home value here is around $393,500, which seems about average. Average temperature is around 51--F, so expect cold winters. There's a growing tech ...

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Bennett G.

What I wish I knew before living in Lawrence

I'm single, late 30s, and You can expect to pay around $1,569 for rent here. Crime rate is something to consider -Lawrence sits at 674.2 per 100K. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Anyone in a similar situation?

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Cheryl T.

Life in Lawrence as a young professional

Hey, With a population of 88,297, Lawrence is a smaller city. Median household income is $57,903, which feels about average for the area. Average temperature is around 51--F, so expect cold winters. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. There's...

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Delilah

Things that make Lawrence unique

First post here. I'm a remote worker and Average temperature is around 51--F, so expect cold winters. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Is this normal for Lawrence? People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. The ...

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Axel Williams

Thinking about relocating to Lawrence from San Francisco

Random thought, Poverty rate is 15.1%, which is higher than I expected. It's a a smaller city city with about 88,297 people. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The suburbs are where most families end up. People here are genuinely...

13 replies 18 upvotes moving
Rebecca F.

Biggest downsides of living in Lawrence?

Hey, We're a young couple and The median home value here is around $393,500, which seems about average. Homes are going for about $393,500 on average. The city has invested a lot in new development. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. What neighborhoods would you suggest?

2 replies 3 upvotes best-worst
born_aubrey41

Life in Lawrence as a young professional

Hello, Been living here since 2009. Household incomes average around $57,903 in Lawrence. Crime rate is something to consider -Lawrence sits at 674.2 per 100K. Median household income is $57,903, which feels about average for the area. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. People here are gen...

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Nancy A.

Is Lawrence worth moving to in 2026?

Been meaning to ask this. I work in government and It's a a smaller city city with about 88,297 people. Household incomes average around $57,903 in Lawrence. The median home value here is around $393,500, which seems about average. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. I'd say ...

1 replies 8 upvotes moving
Ruby

Top 5 things I love about Lawrence

I'm a remote worker and Crime rate is something to consider -Lawrence sits at 674.2 per 100K. Household incomes average around $57,903 in Lawrence. Average temperature is around 51--F, so expect cold winters. Rent is about $1,569/month for a decent place. The weather takes some getting used to. Traf...

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Nancy A.

Commute times in Lawrence -how bad?

Anyone else feel this way? I'm a nurse at the local hospital and It's a a smaller city city with about 88,297 people. With a population of 88,297, Lawrence is a smaller city. Homes are going for about $393,500 on average. The suburbs are where most families end up. Property taxes are high but you ge...

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Nolan Kim

Planning a move to Lawrence -neighborhoods?

Hey everyone, Been living here since 2021. Rent is about $1,569/month for a decent place. It's a a smaller city city with about 88,297 people. The median home value here is around $393,500, which seems about average. Median household income is $57,903, which feels about average for the area. The sch...

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Reagan Phillips

Affordable areas near Lawrence?

Hey folks, Born and raised here. Night life is decent if you know the right spots.

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Grayson M.

Unpopular opinion about Lawrence

Military spouse here. Crime rate is something to consider -Lawrence sits at 674.2 per 100K. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Any advice would be great. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look.

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Scarlett Castillo

Grocery stores in Lawrence -recommendations?

Hey folks, I'm originally from Tampa and The unemployment rate is 6.0%, which is about average. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Thanks in advance! The suburbs are where most families end up. I'd say it's better for fam...

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noah_native

Top 5 things I love about Lawrence

I'm a teacher here and Rent is about $1,569/month for a decent place. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Does this match your experience? Appreciate any input. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Traffic can be...

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Billy R.

Rent in Lawrence getting crazy

Anyone else feel this way? Household incomes average around $57,903 in Lawrence. It's a a smaller city city with about 88,297 people. Median household income is $57,903, which feels about average for the area. Rent is about $1,569/month for a decent place. Property taxes are high but you get good se...

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Grayson M.

How is Lawrence for outdoor activities?

Been meaning to ask this. Homes are going for about $393,500 on average. The unemployment rate is 6.0%, which is about average. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Night life is decent ...

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Leah R.

Best coffee shops in Lawrence?

Hello, I'm a college student here and What are your go-to spots? I'd say it's better for families than young singles.

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Isabelle Adams

Is Lawrence worth it salary-wise?

Hey, Rent is about $1,569/month for a decent place. Anyone in a similar situation? Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that.

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Natalie C.

Couple moving to Lawrence from out of state

Hey everyone, I work in tech and Crime rate is something to consider -Lawrence sits at 674.2 per 100K. Household incomes average around $57,903 in Lawrence. The median home value here is around $393,500, which seems about average. Median household income is $57,903, which feels about average for the...

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Rebecca F.

Rent prices in Lawrence getting crazy

Anyone else noticing rent going up fast in Lawrence? Over the last year, I feel like prices went up at least 10-15%. I'm paying $1569 for a 3BR which feels okay for the area. Are there any neighborhoods that are still affordable? Thinking about moving to a cheaper area.

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Ruby

Best apartments in Lawrence under ?

Hello, I'm a remote worker and With a population of 88,297, Lawrence is a smaller city. The unemployment rate is 6.0%, which is about average. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The suburbs are where most families end up. What do you all think? TIA!

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Grayson M.

Best companies to work for in Lawrence?

So, I'm single, late 30s, and Household incomes average around $57,903 in Lawrence. Crime rate is something to consider -Lawrence sits at 674.2 per 100K. You can expect to pay around $1,569 for rent here. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. The city has invested a lot in new ...

3 replies 7 upvotes jobs
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