City vs city
Topeka, KS vs Lawrence, KS
| Topeka | Lawrence | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 126,103 | 95,459 |
| Population growth (1 yr) | -0.3% | 0.4% |
| Median home value | $130,600 | $269,500 |
| Median rent | $947 | $1,054 |
| Household income | $55,902 | $62,838 |
| Unemployment | 4.9% | 5.0% |
| Bachelor's degree+ | 19% | 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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