Lawtey, FL

Florida

Lawtey is a small town in Florida with a population of 1,317. Residents earn $55,000 per year, which is 27% below the national average.

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,317 Population 872/sq mi density
$55,000 Median Income $21,362 per capita
$160,900 Home Value $223,122 Zillow
$670 Median Rent
69°F Avg Temperature
140 Violent Crime/100K 980 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$55,000 median income, 17.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$160,900 home value, $670/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
140 violent crimes/100K (63% below avg)
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,000
27% lower than US avg
Home Value $160,900
43% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 140/100K
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.7%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent $670
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.4%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 17.9%
397% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.3%
31% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,317
Median Age41.5 yrs
Density872/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 47%

Economy

C
Median Income$55,000
Per Capita$21,362
Unemployment17.9%
Poverty16.3%
County GDP$533M
Commute47 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$160,900
Rent$670
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$223,122

Crime

F
Violent140/100K
Property980/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault140/100K
Burglary280/100K

Health

Obesity34.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.6%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp69°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain53.2 in/yr
Elevation157 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.7%
High School+70.6%
School Score5.60

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 16%
Commute47 min
Libraries2

Is Lawtey a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lawtey receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Lawtey has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lawtey is $55,000, 27% below the national average of $75,149. At 17.9%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 16.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 47 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lawtey is $160,900, 43% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $670 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Lawtey is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 140 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 980 per 100,000, 50% below the national average.

Education

7.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 70.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Lawtey enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Lawtey has a population of 1,317 with a density of 872 people per square mile. The median age is 41.5 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (47.4%), with 38% Black.

Population

1,317
Total Population
872
People / sq mi
41.5yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.7%
Female 44.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Lawtey vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.3%
15% above US avg
Spanish9.7%
28% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lawtey vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lawtey is $55,000, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 17.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 47 minutes.

Income: Lawtey vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,000
27% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,362
Avg Weekly Wage$1,017
IRS Avg AGI$53,470

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment17.9%
397% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.3%
31% above US avg
Establishments (County)225
County GDP$533M

Business (County)

Restaurants6
Healthcare11
Retail26
Manufacturing6

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,222
8% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.00%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time46.7 min
Work from Home8.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Lawtey is $160,900, 43% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $670 (42% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $223,122.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$160,900
43% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$223,122

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$670
42% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,212
1 Bedroom$1,296
2 Bedrooms$1,526
3 Bedrooms$1,971
4 Bedrooms$2,261

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied74.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,222
8% below US avg
Effective Rate2.00%
In Lawtey, 34.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.6% report depression. 30.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.4%
7% above US avg
Diabetes12.0%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure34.1%
Asthma11.3%
COPD8.2%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.4%
Physical Inactivity30.3%
Depression20.6%
Mental Distress21.5%
Physical Distress15.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.6%
Checkup Rate75.2%
Premature Death17,101/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.3/10
Exercise Access6.8%
Healthcare Facilities11
Lawtey has a violent crime rate of 140 per 100,000 residents, 63% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 980 per 100,000 (50% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent140.1/100K
63% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault140.1/100K

Property Crime

Total Property980.4/100K
50% below US avg
Burglary280.1/100K
Theft700.3/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Lawtey has an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

54°F Jan (12°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average68.8°F
27% above US avg
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.2 inches
40% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation157 ft (48 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²)
Population Density872/sq mi
Coordinates30.0484°N, 82.0725°W
County FIPS12125
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 7.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 68.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.8%
D 15.6%

Winner: Republican by 68.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.7%
77% below US avg
High School+70.6%
School Test Score5.60
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density872/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities11
Restaurants6
Retail Stores26

Safety & Disasters

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

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute46.7 min
Work from Home8.9%

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