Lawrence, Kansas · Estimated Population Change (2011-2016): 5.3% Workforce Lawrence, Kansas Labor...
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Lawrence Chamber of Commerce646 Vermont Street, Suite 200Lawrence, Kansas 66044785.865.4411
Lawrence, KansasDemographic & Statistical Profile
Executive SummaryLawrence, KansasMore than 110,000 people call this unique place “home.” They enjoy the lifestyle, the educational assets, a thriving arts and culture scene and the charm of a small, Midwestern community with easy access to the dynamic metropolitan area of Kansas City, just 30 minutes to our east. In Lawrence, there is literally something for everyone. At the Lawrence Chamber, we are dedicated to building this region’s economy by facilitating the creation of quality jobs and investment. Call us and we will help your business and family become part of this special place.
National Recognition for Lawrence and Douglas County
A “Top 10 College Town 2012”- livability.com
A “Best Place to Retire”- Money Magazine (2012)
Top Ten Best College Towns - Parents & Colleges (2012)
One of the “25 Best Cities (Small Metros) for College Grads”- The Daily Beast (2012)
Massachusetts Street (Downtown) designated one of the “Top 10 Great Streets”- American Planning Association (2010)
Top 10 College Town - American Institute for Economic Research (2010)
One of the country’s most bike-friendly towns - The League of American Cyclists (2005)
One of the “Dozen Most Distinctive Destinations”- The National Trust for Historic Preservation (2010)
The KU School of Pharmacy ranked No. 2 in the nation in NIH funding - American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy (2011)
Well-Known Companies Operating in Lawrence and Douglas County
Hallmark (manufacturing)
K-Mart (distribution and logistics)
Del Monte Foods (manufacturing)
Garmin (research and development)
Golf Course Superintendents of America (trade association headquarters)
Population
Current Douglas County Population: 112,211Current Lawrence Population: 92,278Estimated Population Change (2011-2016): 5.3%
Workforce
Lawrence, Kansas Labor Basin’s Civilian Labor Force: 531,316
Employment
Current Unemployment Rate for Lawrence MSA: 4.7%(October 2012)
Population for Douglas County120,000
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Source: U.S Bureau of the Census
Researcher at a Local Bioengineering Firm
Income and Wage Rates
Lawrence Metro Area Per Capita Income: $33,379Lawrence Metro Area Average Wage Per Job: $32,828
Major Employers
Company Description Number of Employees
The University of Kansas Education 9,881
Lawrence Public Schools Education 1,650
City of Lawrence Government 1,455
Lawrence Memorial Hospital Medical 1,322
General Dynamics Information Services 1,100
Berry Plastics Plastics Manufacturer 739
Hallmark Cards, Inc. Greeting Card Manufacturer 525
Baker University Education 496
Amarr Garage Doors Garage Door Manufacturer 461
Douglas County Government 435
The Olivia Collection Hospitality 320
K-Mart Distribution Center Distribution Center 320
DCCCA Not for profit 295
Allen Press Printing Services 275
Community Living Opportunities Not for profit 263
Haskell Indian Nations University Education 250
Cottonwood, Incorporated Manufacturer 240
Eudora School District Education 232
Lawrence Paper Company Packaging Manufacturer 209
The World Company Media 200
Bert Nash Community Mental Health Center Not for profit 179
Westar Energy Utility 170
ICL Performance Products LP Chemical Manufacturer 161
HP Pelzer Automotive Carpets Manufacturer 160
Del Monte Foods Pet Food Manufacturer 160
Schlumberger Manufacturer 150
SurePoint Medical Bioscience 107
Kinedyne Cargo Control Manufacturer 93
PROSOCO Specialty Cleaner Manufacturer 92
Golf Course Superintendents Corporate Headquarters 85Association of America
Housing
Colleges and Universities, Enrollment
University of Kansas: 27,939Baker University: 3,535Haskell Indian Nations University: 826 *Source: National Center for Educational Statistics
Schools
11,000 students enrolled in Pre-K thru 12• 14 elementary schools (K-5)• 4 Middle Schools (6-8)• 2 High Schools (9-12)99.4 percent of the available labor in the Lawrence Labor Basin has at least a high school diploma
Kansas City International Airport
Located 45 Minutes East of Lawrence
Airline Connections Flights DailyDelta Atlanta 7Delta Boston 2Southwest Chicago-Midway 10United Chicago-O’Hare 8American Dallas/ Ft. Worth 8Frontier Denver 5Delta Detroit 4Southwest Las Vegas 4Southwest Los Angeles 2Delta New York-LaGuardia 4US Airways Phoenix 3Air Canada Toronto 1US Airways Washington-Reagan 2
Transportation
Distance to Lawrence
City Miles Days by RailKansas City 40 <1St. Louis 286 1Oklahoma City 316 2Dallas 518 2Chicago 548 1Denver 567 1Atlanta 839 2
Los Angeles 1,582 2
Airport Municipal
Lawrence AirportCity-owned and operated and averages more than 100 daily flight operations of single-engine, twin-engine and business jets.
The combination of a 5,700 foot runway and Class I Instrument Landing System make it an outstanding all-weather airport for business or pleasure.
Aerial View of The University of Kansas
Economic Output
Taxes
Income Tax
Effective Tax Year 2013, certain Kansas businesses will enjoy significant tax relief. Kansas passed a business income tax exemption which eliminates certain non-wage business income for Partnerships, Limited Liability Corporations, Limited Liability Partnerships, Sole Proprietorships and Subchapter-S Corporations that have elected at the federal level to be taxed as a pass-through entity.
Kansas Income Tax: Married individuals filing joint returns are taxed 3 percent of Kansas taxable income not over $30,000. Taxable income over $30,000 is taxed $900 plus 4.9 percent of excess over $30,000. All other individuals are required to pay 3 percent of Kansas taxable income not more than $15,000 or $450 plus 4.9 percent of excess over $15,000.
Kansas Corporate Income Tax: For corporations whose business is solely within state boundaries, the tax is 4 percent of net income. In addition, net income in excess of $50,000 is subject to a 3 percent surtax. For those corporations with business income both inside and outside the state, the net income attributed to the Kansas operation is based upon the percentage of the corporation’s business located in Kansas. A business’ tax obligation is determined by a three-factor formula using the proportion of sales, property and payroll in Kansas compared to total sales, property and payroll.
Sales Tax
State Tax 6.30%County Taxes 1.00%City Taxes 1.55%Total Tax Rate 8.85%
Property Tax
City of Lawrence 26.697 MillsDouglas County 35.748 MillsState of Kansas 1.500 MillsUSD #497 59.646 MillsTotals 123.590 Mills
Tax Assessment Rates
Industrial/Commercial 25%of assessed valueMachinery/Equipment 25% of assessed valueResidential Property 11.5% of assessed value
Utilities & Telecommunications
Electricty is provided by Westar Energy
Natural Gas provided by Black Hills Energy and Atmos Energy
Sewer and water are provided by the City of Lawrence
Telecommunications are provided by AT&T and WOW!
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Lawrence Chamber of Commerce646 Vermont Street, Suite 200Lawrence, Kansas 66044785.865.4411