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Lawrenceville, PA

Pennsylvania

Lawrenceville is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 671. Residents earn $70,500 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
671 Population 1,082/sq mi density
$70,500 Median Income $31,074 per capita
$125,000 Home Value $221,142 Zillow
$927 Median Rent 25.7% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$70,500 median income, 0.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$125,000 home value, $927/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,500
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $125,000
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.5%
42% lower than US avg
Median Rent $927
20% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.4%
89% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.2%
15% higher than US avg

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

People

Population671
Median Age32.9 yrs
Density1,082/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans7.8%

Economy

A
Median Income$70,500
Per Capita$31,074
Unemployment0.4%
Poverty14.2%
County GDP$2,074M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$125,000
Rent$927
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$221,142
Housing Units288
Rent Burden25.7%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain36.9 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation991 ft (302 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.5%
High School+91.6%
Graduate+3.4%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
Commute25 min
Broadband86.9%
Libraries6

Is Lawrenceville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lawrenceville receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. 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 $70,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.4%. 14.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lawrenceville is $125,000, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $927 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Lawrenceville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.9 inches, including 38.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Lawrenceville has a population of 671 with a density of 1,082 people per square mile. The median age is 32.9 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.3%).

Population

671
Total Population
1,082
People / sq mi
32.9yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42%
Female 58%

Race & Ethnicity

Lawrenceville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.5%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.5%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lawrenceville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lawrenceville is $70,500, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Lawrenceville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,500
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,074
Avg Weekly Wage$979
IRS Avg AGI$63,555

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.4%
89% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.2%
15% above US avg
Establishments (County)994
County GDP$2,074M

Business (County)

Restaurants96
Healthcare114
Retail148
Manufacturing35

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,855
39% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.88%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.5 min
Drive Alone80.7%
Public Transit0.9%
Work from Home6.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Lawrenceville is $125,000, 56% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $927 (20% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $221,142.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$125,000
56% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$221,142

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$927
20% below US avg
Rent Burden25.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied59.7%
Housing Units288
Median Year Built1976

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,855
39% above US avg
Effective Rate3.88%
Lawrenceville has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.9 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average47.0°F
13% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.9 inches
3% below US avg
Snowfall38.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation991 ft (302 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density1,082/sq mi
Coordinates41.9961°N, 77.1304°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42117
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 19.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51.8-point margin. 86.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.4%
D 23.6%

Winner: Republican by 51.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.5%
42% below US avg
High School+91.6%
Graduate Degree+3.4%
School Test Score5.95
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density1,082/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.9%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities114
Restaurants96
Retail Stores148

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.5 min
Drive Alone80.7%
Public Transit0.9%
Work from Home6.7%

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