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Lawrence, Massachusetts

city · Essex County

At a glance

88,736
Population
$415,200
Median home value (all homes)
37% above U.S. median
$519,043
Typical market value
Zillow, 2026-07
$1,662/mo
Median rent
23% above U.S. median
$60,433
Median household income
23% below U.S. median
23 min
Average commute
84.9%
Homes with broadband
81.52%
Locations with fiber available
8.5%
Unemployment

Cost of living (Clay Affordability Index)

CAI 117 — 17% above the national average. how it's computed

Housing55% above
Goods & services2% above
Utilities26% above
Taxes7% below
Insurance5% above
Commute cost14% below
For business: Massachusetts is CBII band 3/5 · time to build band 3/5. See state page for the breakdown.

Living here

Nearest 4-year college3 mi
Nearest community college8 mi
Nearest technical college0 mi
High school graduates72.5%
College graduates16.8%

Doing business here

Economic development contacts, most local first:

city Lawrence Economic Development
The City of Lawrence's Economic Development team focuses in the areas of economic development, business development, cultural development, and administration. In this way, inquiries regarding business opportunities, business recruitment, business financing and public and private land development are all issues handled.
state MassDevelopment
MassDevelopment provides financing, real estate, and community development solutions to grow businesses, create opportunity, and energize cities and towns across Massachusetts. It aims to revitalize communities, expand housing, and create jobs.
state Massachusetts Alliance for Economic Development
MassEcon is a private, non-profit partnership of business, industry leaders, and government dedicated to the economic growth of Massachusetts. MassEcon's mission is to promote and champion Massachusetts as the best place to start, grow and locate a business.
State sales taxYes
State income taxYes
Right-to-work stateNo

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