Lawrenceville, VA

Virginia

Lawrenceville is a small town in Virginia with a population of 1,149. Residents earn $39,833 per year, which is 47% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,149 Population 999/sq mi density
$39,833 Median Income $26,084 per capita
$110,700 Home Value $114,444 Zillow
$872 Median Rent
59°F Avg Temperature
293 Violent Crime/100K 1,075 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$39,833 median income, 2.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$110,700 home value, $872/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
293 violent crimes/100K (23% below avg)
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
19.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $39,833
47% lower than US avg
Home Value $110,700
61% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 293/100K
23% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.2%
43% lower than US avg
Median Rent $872
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 47.6%
48% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.4%
16% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,149
Median Age28.5 yrs
Density999/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 20%

Economy

B
Median Income$39,833
Per Capita$26,084
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty14.4%
County GDP$1,197M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$110,700
Rent$872
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$114,444

Crime

F
Violent293/100K
Property1,075/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault293/100K
Burglary293/100K

Health

Obesity47.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.6%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI35 (Good)
Elevation223 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.2%
High School+85.2%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 46% / D 54%
Commute26 min
Libraries1

Is Lawrenceville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lawrenceville receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Lawrenceville has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lawrenceville is $39,833, 47% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. 14.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lawrenceville is $110,700, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $872 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Lawrenceville is below the national average at 293 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,075 per 100,000, 45% below the national average.

Education

19.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Lawrenceville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Lawrenceville has a population of 1,149 with a density of 999 people per square mile. The median age is 28.5 years, 27% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (75.4%), with 19.8% White.

Population

1,149
Total Population
999
People / sq mi
28.5yrs
Median Age
27% below US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46%
Female 54%

Race & Ethnicity

Lawrenceville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.8%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.2%
76% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lawrenceville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lawrenceville is $39,833, which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Lawrenceville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$39,833
47% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,084
Avg Weekly Wage$969
IRS Avg AGI$54,465

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.4%
16% above US avg
Establishments (County)527
County GDP$1,197M

Business (County)

Restaurants12
Healthcare19
Retail46
Manufacturing9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,038
42% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.84%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.3 min
Work from Home9.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Lawrenceville is $110,700, 61% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $872 (25% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $114,444.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$110,700
61% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$114,444

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$872
25% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,137
1 Bedroom$1,181
2 Bedrooms$1,369
3 Bedrooms$1,787
4 Bedrooms$2,126

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied39.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,038
42% below US avg
Effective Rate1.84%
In Lawrenceville, 47.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.6% report depression. 36.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity47.6%
48% above US avg
Diabetes17.3%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure43.3%
Asthma13.6%
COPD8.6%
Stroke4.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking11.1%
Physical Inactivity36.5%
Depression22.6%
Mental Distress21.6%
Physical Distress16.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.3%
Checkup Rate81.1%
Premature Death12,611/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access48.4%
Healthcare Facilities19
Lawrenceville has a violent crime rate of 293 per 100,000 residents, 23% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,075 per 100,000 (45% 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 Violent293.3/100K
23% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault293.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,075.3/100K
45% below US avg
Burglary293.3/100K
Theft782.0/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Lawrenceville has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.6°F
9% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation223 ft (68 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density999/sq mi
Coordinates36.7565°N, 77.8539°W
County FIPS51025
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 19.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (43% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 8.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 45.5%
D 54.1%

Winner: Democrat by 8.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.2%
43% below US avg
High School+85.2%
School Test Score5.58
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density999/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities19
Restaurants12
Retail Stores46

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.3 min
Work from Home9.4%

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