Lawrence, MI
Full City Profile · Michigan · Van Buren County County
Lawrence, MI
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 $36,188 , which is 52% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $18,885. The unemployment rate stands at 9.8% (172% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 36.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,643 business establishments, including 164 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Lawrence is $106,700 , 62% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $247,892. Median rent is $586/month, with 28.4% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 96.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1973.
Safety & Crime
Lawrence reports 297 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 22% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 792/100K.
Education
13.6% of adults in Lawrence hold a bachelor's degree or higher (60% below the national average). 73.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Lawrence has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.1 inches.