Lawrenceville, IL

Illinois

Lawrenceville is a small town in Illinois with a population of 4,241. Residents earn $44,885 per year, which is 40% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
4,241 Population 1,963/sq mi density
$44,885 Median Income $28,251 per capita
$77,600 Home Value $71,745 Zillow
$749 Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
279 Violent Crime/100K 1,346 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$44,885 median income, 3.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$77,600 home value, $749/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
279 violent crimes/100K (27% below avg)
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $44,885
40% lower than US avg
Home Value $77,600
72% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 279/100K
27% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.6%
48% lower than US avg
Median Rent $749
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.7%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.5%
3% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.2%
34% lower than US avg

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

People

Population4,241
Median Age38.1 yrs
Density1,963/mi²
Male / Female55% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 84%

Economy

B+
Median Income$44,885
Per Capita$28,251
Unemployment3.5%
Poverty8.2%
County GDP$661M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$77,600
Rent$749
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$71,745

Crime

F
Violent279/100K
Property1,346/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault255/100K
Burglary627/100K

Health

Obesity40.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.7%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain46.6 in/yr
Elevation448 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.6%
High School+88.7%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 21%
Commute22 min
Libraries1

Is Lawrenceville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lawrenceville receives an overall livability score of 3.0 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, high obesity rates. Lawrenceville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lawrenceville is $44,885, 40% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lawrenceville is $77,600, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $749 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Lawrenceville is below the national average at 279 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,346 per 100,000, 31% below the national average.

Education

17.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Lawrenceville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.6 inches, including 15.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Lawrenceville has a population of 4,241 with a density of 1,963 people per square mile. The median age is 38.1 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84%), with 10% Hispanic, 4.7% Black.

Population

4,241
Total Population
1,963
People / sq mi
38.1yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
2.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.5%
Female 45.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Lawrenceville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.1%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.9%
78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lawrenceville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lawrenceville is $44,885, which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Lawrenceville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$44,885
40% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,251
Avg Weekly Wage$984
IRS Avg AGI$59,417

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.2%
34% below US avg
Establishments (County)258
County GDP$661M

Business (County)

Restaurants21
Healthcare19
Retail33
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,543
27% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.28%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.2 min
Work from Home8.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Lawrenceville is $77,600, 72% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $749 (36% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $71,745.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$77,600
72% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$71,745

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$749
36% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$774
1 Bedroom$854
2 Bedrooms$1,063
3 Bedrooms$1,370
4 Bedrooms$1,561

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied66.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,543
27% below US avg
Effective Rate3.28%
In Lawrenceville, 40.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.7% report depression. 26.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.7%
27% above US avg
Diabetes11.1%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure33.7%
Asthma11.4%
COPD8.7%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.6%
Physical Inactivity26.1%
Depression25.7%
Mental Distress20.6%
Physical Distress15.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.5%
Checkup Rate75.1%
Premature Death9,521/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access52.3%
Healthcare Facilities19
Lawrenceville has a violent crime rate of 279 per 100,000 residents, 27% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,346 per 100,000 (31% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent278.6/100K
27% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery23.2/100K
Assault255.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,346.3/100K
31% below US avg
Burglary626.7/100K
Theft626.7/100K
Vehicle Theft92.9/100K
Arson23.2/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Lawrenceville has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.9°F
2% above US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.6 inches
23% above US avg
Snowfall15.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation448 ft (137 m)
Area2.2 sq mi (5.6 km²)
Population Density1,963/sq mi
Coordinates38.7263°N, 87.6873°W
County FIPS17101
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 17.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 56.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.3%
D 21%

Winner: Republican by 56.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.6%
48% below US avg
High School+88.7%
School Test Score5.34
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density1,963/sq mi
Total Area2.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities19
Restaurants21
Retail Stores33

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.2 min
Work from Home8.2%

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