Lawson, Australia

Full City Profile

2.2 /5.0

C Fair

2,651 Population 1/sq mi density

2,382 ft Elevation 726 meters

58°F Avg Temperature 15°C

Overall

2.2 / 5.0

Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

C+

Economy

2.8 / 5.0

$24,742 median income, 4.1% unemployment

Affordability

1.7 / 5.0

$218,000 home value, $1,090/mo rent

Lawson, Australia

At a Glance

Median Income

$24,742

67% below

$24,742 per capita

Home Value

$218,000

23% below

Median Rent

$1,090/mo

6% below

Unemployment

4.1%

14% above

Avg Temperature

58°F

325 sunny days/yr

Is Lawson a Good Place to Live?

2.2 / 5.0 — Fair

Based on economy, affordability, safety, and education metrics compared to national averages.

Economy & Jobs

Lawson residents earn a median household income of $24,742 , which is 67% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,742. The unemployment rate stands at 4.1% (14% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). The area is home to 252 business establishments.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Lawson is $218,000 , 23% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $1,090/month.

Climate & Weather

Lawson has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 49°F in July. The area gets 325 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 38.9 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population2,651

Median Age45.0 yrs

Density1/mi²

Foreign Born17.5%

Economy

C+

Median Income$24,742

Per Capita$24,742

Unemployment4.1%

Poverty

Avg Weekly Wage$476

Housing

Home Value$218,000

Rent$1,090

Ownership81.7%

Housing Units1,060

Climate

Avg Temp58°F

Sunny Days325/yr

Rain38.9 in/yr

Elevation2,382 ft

Did You Know?

17.5% of residents are foreign-born.