City vs city
Shawnee, KS vs Lawrence, KS
| Shawnee | Lawrence | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 68,175 | 95,459 |
| Population growth (1 yr) | 0.7% | 0.4% |
| Median home value | $332,900 | $269,500 |
| Median rent | $1,233 | $1,054 |
| Household income | $106,312 | $62,838 |
| Unemployment | 3.1% | 5.0% |
| Bachelor's degree+ | 34% | 30% |
| State crime /100k | 2,398 | 2,398 |
Gold marks the better number on each line.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-year estimates (2023 vs 2022); FBI Crime Data Explorer (statewide).
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