Median Income
$107,250
43% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
18.9%
44% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
36.1%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Lawson Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population106
Median Age51.8 yrs
Density32/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans84.0%
Economy
A+
Median Income$107,250
Per Capita$44,907
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$3,375M
Commute20 min
Housing
Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
Ownership100.0%
Health
Obesity36.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.0%
Heart Disease6.5%
Climate
Avg Temp63°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain50.5 in/yr
Elevation215 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+18.9%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.91
Community
2024 VoteR 66% / D 32%
Commute20 min
Broadband44.0%
Libraries6
Is Lawson a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Lawson receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Lawson offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Lawson is $107,250, which is significantly higher than the national average — 43% above $75,149. This places Lawson among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Education
18.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Lawson enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Lawson has a population of 106 with a density of 32 people per square mile. The median age is 51.8 years, 33% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.6%), with 9.4% Hispanic.
Population
51.8yrs
Median Age
33% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Lawson is $107,250, which is 43% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $107,250 |
| 43% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $44,907 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,186 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $68,803 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,165 |
| County GDP | $3,375M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 76 |
| Healthcare | 119 |
| Retail | 177 |
| Manufacturing | 42 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,340 |
| 5% below US avg |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 19.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 75.3% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 5.5% |
100.0% of homes are owner-occupied.
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $700 |
| 1 Bedroom | $751 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $944 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,239 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,406 |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 100.0% |
| Owner-Occupied | 100.0% |
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,340 |
| 5% below US avg |
In Lawson, 36.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.0% report depression. 31.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Lawson vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 36.1% |
| 12% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.9% |
| Heart Disease | 6.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 37.3% |
| Asthma | 10.3% |
| COPD | 8.2% |
| Stroke | 3.4% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 31.5% |
| Depression | 27.0% |
| Mental Distress | 20.3% |
| Physical Distress | 15.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.6% |
| Premature Death | 15,152/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 50.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 119 |
Crime Rates: Lawson vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
Safety Score
Lawson has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
44°F Jan (6°C)
82°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 63.2°F |
| 17% above US avg |
| January Average | 44°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 50.5 inches |
| 33% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.8 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 215 ft (66 m) |
| Area | 3.3 sq mi (8.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 32/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.2000°N, 92.4879°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County FIPS | 05139 |