Lawrence, KS
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 94,404 |
| Crime: | Average |
| Cost of Living: | Low |
| Health Care: | Comprehensive |
| Housing Price: | Average |
| Income: | Low |
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.)
| Population [details] | 94,404 |
| Percentage of population under 50 | 79.0% |
| Children per square mile [details] | 530.83 |
| Percentage of population who are college educated | 54.00% |
| High/low January temperature [details] | 37.64 °F/16.97 °F |
| High/low July temperature [details] | 90.17 °F/67.06 °F |
| Annual precipitation [details] | 38.78 in. |
| Total crime risk [details] | 97 |
| Cost of living [details] | 93.5 |
| State sales tax | 5.30% |
| Closest city of 500,000+ (and distance) | Oklahoma City (266.47 miles) |
| Closest airport (and distance) | FORBES FIELD (22.00 miles) |
| Recreational activities [details] | Boating/Sailing, Golf, Health and fitness, Skiing/Snowshoeing, Swimming, Travel |
| Cultural activities | Books and reading, Charitable activities and contributions, Concerts, Cultural and art events, Current affairs, Gourmet food, Movie theaters, Museums, Wineries |
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