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Crime in Lawrence summary. We use data from the FBI to determine the crime rates in Lawrence. Key points include:
There were 994 total crimes in Lawrence in the last reporting year.
The overall crime rate per 100,000 people in Lawrence is 2,020.3 / 100k people.
The violent crime rate per 100,000 people in Lawrence is 292.7 / 100k people.
The property crime rate per 100,000 people in Lawrence is 1,727.6 / 100k people.
Overall, crime in Lawrence is -4.67% below the national average.
Total Crimes
Below National Average
Crime In Lawrence Comparison Table
| Statistic | Count Raw |
Lawrence / 100k People |
Indiana / 100k People |
National / 100k People |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crimes Per 100K | 994 | 2,020.3 | 1,691.5 | 2,119.2 |
| Violent Crime | 144 | 292.7 | 312.9 | 359.0 |
| Murder | 6 | 12.2 | 5.5 | 5.0 |
| Robbery | 37 | 75.2 | 34.5 | 61.0 |
| Aggravated Assault | 78 | 158.5 | 239.4 | 256.0 |
| Property Crime | 850 | 1,727.6 | 1,378.6 | 1,760.0 |
| Burglary | 70 | 142.3 | 176.8 | 229.0 |
| Larceny | 566 | 1,150.4 | 988.8 | 1,272.0 |
| Car Theft | 214 | 435.0 | 213.0 | 259.0 |
Source: FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (2024)
Cost of living in Lawrence summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in Lawrence. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around Indiana. Key points include:
The cost of living in Lawrence is 95 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in Lawrence is 0.9x lower than the national average.
The median home value in Lawrence is $268,724.
The median income in Lawrence is $74,022.
Lawrence's Overall Cost Of Living
Lower Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In Lawrence Comparison Table
| Living Expense | Lawrence | Indiana | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 95 | 90 | 100 |
| Services | 101 | 97 | 100 |
| Groceries | 95 | 95 | 100 |
| Health | 94 | 72 | 100 |
| Housing | 100 | 98 | 100 |
| Transportation | 95 | 94 | 100 |
| Utilities | 96 | 96 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
Lawrence, IN Weather
The average high in Lawrence is 61.7° and the average low is 42.6°.
There are 79.7 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 43.1 inches of precipitation each year with 22.0 inches of snow.
| Stat | Lawrence |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 61.7 |
| Average Annual Low | 42.6 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 79.7 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 43.1 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 22.0 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
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Lawrence Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in Lawrence
The current population in Lawrence is 49,517. The population has increased 11.5% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 49,517 | 0.5% |
| 2023 | 49,284 | 0.1% |
| 2022 | 49,218 | 0.3% |
| 2021 | 49,048 | 0.1% |
| 2020 | 49,020 | 0.7% |
| 2019 | 48,699 | 0.6% |
| 2018 | 48,405 | 0.7% |
| 2017 | 48,081 | 1.4% |
| 2016 | 47,415 | 0.6% |
| 2015 | 47,120 | 0.7% |
| 2014 | 46,796 | 1.1% |
| 2013 | 46,304 | 1.1% |
| 2012 | 45,779 | 1.4% |
| 2011 | 45,145 | 1.6% |
| 2010 | 44,424 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Lawrence
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Lawrence is:
46.1% White with 22,847 White residents.
28.4% African American with 14,076 African American residents.
0.0% American Indian with 24 American Indian residents.
2.0% Asian with 993 Asian residents.
0.1% Hawaiian with 61 Hawaiian residents.
0.7% Other with 366 Other residents.
4.5% Two Or More with 2,251 Two Or More residents.
18.0% Hispanic with 8,899 Hispanic residents.
| Race | Lawrence | IN | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 46.1% | 75.4% | 57.4% |
| African American | 28.4% | 9.1% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 0.0% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 2.0% | 2.6% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.1% | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 4.5% | 3.8% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 18.0% | 8.6% | 19.3% |
Gender in Lawrence
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Lawrence is 52.4% female with 25,965 female residents.
Lawrence is 47.6% male with 23,552 male residents.
| Gender | Lawrence | IN | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.4% | 50.4% | 50.5% |
| Male | 47.6% | 49.6% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Lawrence for adults over 25
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6.0% of adults in Lawrence completed < 9th grade.
6.0% of adults in Lawrence completed 9-12th grade.
26.0% of adults in Lawrence completed high school / ged.
17.0% of adults in Lawrence completed some college.
10.0% of adults in Lawrence completed associate's degree.
24.0% of adults in Lawrence completed bachelor's degree.
9.0% of adults in Lawrence completed master's degree.
2.0% of adults in Lawrence completed professional degree.
0.0% of adults in Lawrence completed doctorate degree.
| Education | Lawrence | IN | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 6.0% | 3.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 6.0% | 6.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 26.0% | 33.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 17.0% | 19.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 10.0% | 9.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 24.0% | 19.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 9.0% | 8.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 2.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 0.0% | 1.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Lawrence, Indiana
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2.7% of households in Lawrence earn Less than $10,000.
4.2% of households in Lawrence earn $10,000 to $14,999.
6.4% of households in Lawrence earn $15,000 to $24,999.
7.9% of households in Lawrence earn $25,000 to $34,999.
11.4% of households in Lawrence earn $35,000 to $49,999.
18.3% of households in Lawrence earn $50,000 to $74,999.
14.3% of households in Lawrence earn $75,000 to $99,999.
15.7% of households in Lawrence earn $100,000 to $149,999.
12.9% of households in Lawrence earn $150,000 to $199,999.
6.1% of households in Lawrence earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | Lawrence | IN | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 2.7% | 4.9% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 4.2% | 3.4% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 6.4% | 6.8% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 7.9% | 7.5% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 11.4% | 11.8% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 18.3% | 17.7% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 14.3% | 13.9% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 15.7% | 17.5% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 12.9% | 8.3% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 6.1% | 8.2% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)
