What are the schools like in Lawrence, NY?

Lawrence is served primarily by LAWRENCE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. The district operates 2 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 12.9:1.

What is the median household income in Lawrence?

The median household income in Lawrence, NY is $169,029 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 5.1%.

What is the weather like in Lawrence, NY?

Lawrence has an average high temperature of 39.5°F in January and 83.6°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.3 inches and annual snowfall averages 25.9 inches.

Lawrence, NY Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Lawrence, NY affordable or expensive?

Lawrence's cost of living index is 112, where 100 represents the national average. This means Lawrence is 12% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $1,214,000 and the median rent is $1,962 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Lawrence, NY?

Lawrence has a violent crime rate of 133.0 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 1044.6 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Lawrence, NY a Good Place to Live?

Lawrence is a small town of 6,773 in New York, with a median household income of $169,029 and a 5.1% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 112 (US average = 100), which is 12% above the national average.

Strengths: Lawrence stands out for solid school ratings (A), a well-educated population.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an above-average cost of living, high home prices, longer commutes, an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Lawrence is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Lawrence city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 112.5

Lawrence's overall cost of living index is 112.5, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Lawrence costs roughly 12% more than the average American city.

Metric	Lawrence, NY	National Avg
Median Home Value	$1,214,000	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,962	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	83.7%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$169,029	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Lawrence's violent crime rate is 133.0 per 100,000 residents — 65% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

133.0 /100k

Property Crime

1044.6 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Lawrence is served primarily by LAWRENCE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.9:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Lawrence, NY	National Avg
School District	LAWRENCE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT	—
Elementary Schools	2	—
Middle Schools	2	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	12.9:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	76.1%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	96.6%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Lawrence sees average highs of 39.5°F in January and 83.6°F in July, with 43.3 inches of annual precipitation and 25.9 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Lawrence, NY
Average High — January	39.5°F
Average High — July	83.6°F
Annual Precipitation	43.3"
Annual Snowfall	25.9"

Demographics

Metric	Lawrence, NY	National Avg
Population	6,773	—
Median Age	32.5	38.9
Unemployment Rate	5.1%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	42.5 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	96.7%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	2.3%	18.9%
Asian	1.0%	6.3%
Under 18	28.7%	22.2%
65 and over	19.8%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

East Atlantic Beach, NY 1 mi Atlantic Beach, NY 1 mi Woodsburgh, NY 1 mi Cedarhurst, NY 2 mi Hewlett Neck, NY 2 mi

ZIP Codes in Lawrence

Lawrence, NY is covered by 1 ZIP code:

11559

Lawrence vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lawrence, NY affordable or expensive?

Lawrence's cost of living index is 112, where 100 is the national average. That puts Lawrence roughly 12% above the national average in cost. The median home price is $1,214,000 and median rent is $1,962/month.

What is the crime rate in Lawrence, NY?

Lawrence's violent crime rate is 133.0 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 1044.6 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Lawrence?

Public schools in Lawrence are operated by LAWRENCE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. The district has 2 elementary, 2 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.9:1. 76.1% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Lawrence, NY a good place to live?

Lawrence, NY has a population of 6,773, a median household income of $169,029, and an unemployment rate of 5.1%. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Lawrence?

Lawrence averages 39.5°F in January and 83.6°F in July. Annual rainfall is 43.3 inches with about 25.9 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Lawrence?

Lawrence, NY is covered by 1 ZIP code: 11559.

What is the population of Lawrence?

The population of Lawrence, New York is 6,773 with a median age of 32.5. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Lawrence?

Key numbers for living in Lawrence: cost of living index 112 (100 = US average), median home $1,214,000, median household income $169,029, crime index 41 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated A. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Lawrence side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.