Climate
Chilly summers and warm winters are common in Lawrence.
Geography
Lawrence is a riverfront city on the banks of the Kansas and Wakarusa Rivers.
Cultural Attractions
The Spencer Museum of Art at Kansas University is one of the top 10 college art museums in the nation.
Recreation
Known for its music scene, Lawrence puts on music festivals year round, and the Kansas Jayhawks standing as a basketball powerhouse makes its games a hot ticket.
Historical
Kansas University's basketball program was founded by the inventor of the game, James Naismith. (The Naismith Award is given to the NCAA's player of the year.)
Demographics
Demographic Detail
- Population:
- 93,996
- Population under 55:
- 82.6%
- Population over 55:
- 17.4%
City Detail
- Crime rate:
- Average
- Closest large city:
- Kansas City
Marital Status 2010
Weather
Weather Detail
- Air quality:
- Good
- Temperature:
- 90°F July High, 16°F January Low
Jobs & Economy
Housing
- Median income:
- $38,608
- Median home price:
- $157,751
- Average property tax:
- $1,727
Income & Jobs
- Unemployment rate 2010:
- 5.5%
- Low
- Cost of living:
- Low
Employment Projections
Education
Higher Education
- Best Colleges at the location:
- 2
- Best Colleges within 30 miles:
- 7
- Best Colleges within 50 miles:
- 20
Health Care & Retirement
Hospitals
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals at the location:
- 1/0
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 30 miles:
- 17/0
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 50 miles:
- 57/2
Retirement Facilities
- Community care facilities for the elderly:
- 449
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