Lawrence Park, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Lawrence Park is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 3,786. Residents earn $71,281 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
3,786 Population 2,058/sq mi density
$71,281 Median Income $33,300 per capita
$124,500 Home Value
$1,169 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$71,281 median income, 1.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$124,500 home value, $1,169/mo rent
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
35.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,281
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $124,500
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.7%
6% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,169
1% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.2%
18% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,786
Median Age38.9 yrs
Density2,058/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 85%

Economy

A
Median Income$71,281
Per Capita$33,300
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty10.2%
County GDP$15,024M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$124,500
Rent$1,169
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain43.0 in/yr

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.7%
High School+97.5%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 49%
Commute19 min
Libraries12

Is Lawrence Park a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lawrence Park receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Lawrence Park stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lawrence Park is $71,281, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. 10.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lawrence Park is $124,500, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,169 per month. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 97.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Lawrence Park experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.0 inches, including 104.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Lawrence Park has a population of 3,786 with a density of 2,058 people per square mile. The median age is 38.9 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.1%), with 11.9% Black.

Population

3,786
Total Population
2,058
People / sq mi
38.9yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44%
Female 56%

Race & Ethnicity

Lawrence Park vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.9%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.1%
77% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lawrence Park vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lawrence Park is $71,281, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Lawrence Park vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,281
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,300
Avg Weekly Wage$1,029
IRS Avg AGI$66,216

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.2%
18% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,731
County GDP$15,024M

Business (County)

Restaurants629
Healthcare888
Retail891
Manufacturing465

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,888
97% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.53%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.9 min
Work from Home5.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Lawrence Park is $124,500, 56% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,169 (1% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$124,500
56% below US avg
Median List Price$277,400

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$277,400
$/Sq Ft$81
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio95.1%
Price Drops33.3%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,169
1% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$900
1 Bedroom$996
2 Bedrooms$1,225
3 Bedrooms$1,570
4 Bedrooms$1,744

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,888
97% above US avg
Effective Rate5.53%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.8%
Premature Death9,059/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access85.1%
Healthcare Facilities888

Crime Rates: Lawrence Park vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)27

Safety Score

Lawrence Park has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.8°F
6% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.0 inches
13% above US avg
Snowfall104.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Area1.8 sq mi (4.8 km²)
Population Density2,058/sq mi
Coordinates42.1506°N, 80.0230°W
County FIPS42049
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 35.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (6% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.1%
D 49%

Winner: Republican by 1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.7%
6% above US avg
High School+97.5%
School Test Score5.95
B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density2,058/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries12
Healthcare Facilities888
Restaurants629
Retail Stores891

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)27

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.9 min
Work from Home5.0%

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