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About Lawrence, Kansas
Lawrence, KS: A vibrant city with rich history and cultural dynamism.
Lawrence, Kansas, nestled in the heartland of America, is a city celebrated for its unique combination of rich history and vibrant modern culture. Established in 1854, Lawrence played a significant role in the fight for freedom during the Bleeding Kansas era, which was a precursor to the American Civil War. Today, the city's historic landmarks call back to this storied past while its lively downtown area reflects its evolving present.
Home to the University of Kansas, Lawrence boasts a dynamic college town atmosphere, contributing to a thriving arts and music scene that draws visitors from across the region. The city is renowned for events like the Lawrence Busker Festival and an eclectic mix of local shops and restaurants lining Massachusetts Street. Economically, Lawrence balances its educational and artistic heart with a robust job market in education, healthcare, and technology sectors, ensuring a harmonious blend of tradition and innovation.
Spanning rolling plains and lush environments, Lawrence also offers ample outdoor activities in its vast parks and nature preserves. The community prides itself on a welcoming and diverse population that appreciates both cultural pursuits and the peaceful Kansas landscape, making it a distinctive place to live and explore.
The basics
- Population
- 96K
- Median age
- 27.9 years
- Area
- 34.7 sq mi
- Elevation
- 866 ft
- County
- Douglas County
- Metro area
- Lawrence, KS Metropolitan Area
Work and housing
- Median household income
- $58,000
- Median home price
- $295,000
- Cost of living (US = 100)
- 95
- Unemployment
- 2.9%
- Job growth
- 2.1%
- Households renting
- 54.6%
Schools and colleges
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 48.3%
- High school graduation
- 92.5%
- Going on to college
- 68.4%
- Schools
- 25
- Colleges and universities
- 2
- Students per teacher
- 16:1
- Public libraries
- 4
Getting around
- Average commute
- 19 minutes
- Highways
- I-70, US-59, US-40, K-10
- Public transit
- Lawrence Transit
- Airports
- MCI - Kansas City International Airport
Sport
- Venues
- Allen Fieldhouse (16,300), David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium (47,500)
- College conference
- Big 12
Living here
- Climate
- Humid Subtropical
- Time zone
- America/Chicago
- Area code
- 785
- ZIP codes
- 66044, 66045, 66046, 66047, 66049
Industries
- Education
- Healthcare
- Technology
- Manufacturing
- Retail
Landmarks
- The University of Kansas
- Massachusetts Street
- Liberty Hall
- Haskell Indian Nations University
Attractions
- Clinton State Park
- South Park
- Lawrence Arts Center
- Lied Center
- Burcham Park
Museums
- Spencer Museum of Art
- Watkins Museum of History
- KU Natural History Museum
- Haskell Cultural Center and Museum
Parks
- Clinton State Park
- South Park
- Burcham Park
- Broken Arrow Park
- Prairie Park
Hospitals
- Lawrence Memorial Hospital
- LMH Health West Campus
Colleges
- University of Kansas
- Haskell Indian Nations University