Lawrenceburg, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

Lawrenceburg is a small city in Indiana with a population of 5,155. Residents earn $52,778 per year, which is 30% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
5,155 Population 974/sq mi density
$52,778 Median Income $35,972 per capita
$191,400 Home Value $245,594 Zillow
$733 Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
219 Violent Crime/100K 2,745 property/100K
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$52,778 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$191,400 home value, $733/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
219 violent crimes/100K (42% below avg)
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,778
30% lower than US avg
Home Value $191,400
32% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 219/100K
42% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.7%
21% lower than US avg
Median Rent $733
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.1%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.7%
38% lower than US avg

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

People

Population5,155
Median Age39.4 yrs
Density974/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

B+
Median Income$52,778
Per Capita$35,972
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty7.7%
County GDP$2,601M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$191,400
Rent$733
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$245,594

Crime

F
Violent219/100K
Property2,745/100K
Murder19.9/100K
Assault119/100K
Burglary358/100K

Health

Obesity36.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.8%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain47.5 in/yr
Elevation700 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.7%
High School+90.9%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 20%
Commute17 min
Libraries6

Is Lawrenceburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lawrenceburg receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Lawrenceburg offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lawrenceburg is $52,778, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lawrenceburg is $191,400, 32% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $733 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Lawrenceburg is below the national average at 219 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,745 per 100,000, 40% above the national average.

Education

26.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Lawrenceburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.5 inches, including 11.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Lawrenceburg has a population of 5,155 with a density of 974 people per square mile. The median age is 39.4 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.1%), with 1.1% Black.

Population

5,155
Total Population
974
People / sq mi
39.4yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
5.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Lawrenceburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.4%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.6%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lawrenceburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lawrenceburg is $52,778, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Lawrenceburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,778
30% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,972
Avg Weekly Wage$980
IRS Avg AGI$78,449

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.7%
38% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,198
County GDP$2,601M

Business (County)

Restaurants81
Healthcare139
Retail146
Manufacturing45

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,239
7% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.69%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.4 min
Work from Home7.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Lawrenceburg is $191,400, 32% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $733 (37% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $245,594.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$191,400
32% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$245,594
Median List Price$238,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$238,500
$/Sq Ft$146
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio99.3%
Price Drops33.3%
Inventory15

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$733
37% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$882
2 Bedrooms$1,096
3 Bedrooms$1,391
4 Bedrooms$1,590

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied59.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,239
7% below US avg
Effective Rate1.69%
In Lawrenceburg, 36.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.8% report depression. 23.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Lawrenceburg vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.1%
12% above US avg
Diabetes10.4%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure33.5%
Asthma11.5%
COPD7.3%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.4%
Physical Inactivity23.9%
Depression26.8%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress13.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.5%
Checkup Rate77.9%
Premature Death8,671/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access56.6%
Healthcare Facilities139
Lawrenceburg has a violent crime rate of 219 per 100,000 residents, 42% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,745 per 100,000 (40% above US avg). The murder rate is 19.9 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent218.8/100K
42% below US avg
Murder19.9/100K
216% above US avg
Rape19.9/100K
Robbery59.7/100K
Assault119.4/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,745.2/100K
40% above US avg
Burglary358.1/100K
Theft2,347.3/100K
Vehicle Theft39.8/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Lawrenceburg has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.0°F
2% above US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.5 inches
25% above US avg
Snowfall11.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation700 ft (213 m)
Area5.3 sq mi (13.7 km²)
Population Density974/sq mi
Coordinates39.1074°N, 84.8758°W
County FIPS18029
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 26.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (21% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 58.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.4%
D 20.1%

Winner: Republican by 58.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.7%
21% below US avg
High School+90.9%
School Test Score6.01
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density974/sq mi
Total Area5.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities139
Restaurants81
Retail Stores146

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.4 min
Work from Home7.2%

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