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Introduction to Lawrence, Indiana
Lawrence, Indiana, in Marion county, is 8 miles NE of Indianapolis, Indiana. The city is in the Indianapolis area. There are 38,915 residents in Lawrence.
Lawrence History
Lawrence was first platted as a triangular tract of land named Lanesville in 1849. It was named Lawrence in honor of naval hero Captain James Lawrence, who fought in the War of 1812. Lawrence was incorporated as a town in 1929.
Lawrence and nearby Attractions
Things To Do In Lawrence
The city of Lawrence has a beautiful State Park and Pete Dye Golf Course. The Fort Harrison State Park is spread out over a huge area and offers numerous facilities.
Lawrence Transportation
Mount Comfort Airport is nearby.
Lawrence Higher Education
Colleges in the neighborhood include Indiana University, Ivy Tech State College, Butler University and the University of Indianapolis.
Lawrence strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Indiana):
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Racial Diversity (vs. State) | Top 2% | ![]() ![]() |
| College Educated Adults (vs. State) | Top 8% | ![]() |
| Well-Paid Single Men (vs. State) | Top 11% | ![]() |
| Median Family Income (vs. State) | Top 12% | ![]() |
| Well-Paid Single Women (vs. State) | Top 12% | ![]() |
Comparing Lawrence to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Indiana (State):
Ratings range from
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| Short Commute Times | ![]() | ![]() |
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| Characteristic | Compared to Peers | Compared to State |
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| Low Property Crime | ![]() | ![]() |
| Low Violent Crime | ![]() | ![]() |
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