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Lawrenceville, GA

Lawrenceville is a city in and the county seat of Gwinnett County, Georgia, United States. It is a suburb of Atlanta, located approximately 30 miles (50 km) northeast of downtown, and neighbors Suwanee, Dacula, and Duluth. Incorporated on December 15, 1821, exactly three years to the day after the formation of Gwinnett County, Lawrenceville is the oldest city in Gwinnett and the second oldest city in Metro Atlanta. As of the 2020 census, the population of Lawrenceville was 30,629.

Lawrenceville was incorporated by an act of the Georgia General Assembly on December 15, 1821. This makes Lawrenceville the second oldest city in the metropolitan Atlanta area. The city is named after Commodore James Lawrence, commander of the frigate Chesapeake during the War of 1812. Lawrence, a native of New Jersey, is probably best known today for his dying command, "Don't give up the ship!" William Maltbie, the town's first postmaster, suggested the name of "Lawrenceville."

Lawrenceville is located in central Gwinnett County. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 13.5 square miles (35.0 km²), of which 13.4 square miles (34.7 km²) is land and 0.1 square miles (0.3 km²), or 0.83%, is water. Nearby cities are Dacula to the east, Buford to the north, Suwanee to the north-northwest, Duluth to the northwest, Norcross to the west, Lilburn to the southwest, Snellville to the south, and Grayson to the southeast.

As of the 2010 Census, Lawrenceville had a population of 28,546. The median age was 32.4. The racial composition of the population was 48.0% white, 32.0% black or African American, 0.6% Native American, 1.1% Asian Indian, 4.7% other Asian, 10.3% from some other race, and 3.4% from two or more races. 22.3% of the population was Hispanic or Latino of any race.

The median income for a household in the city was $32,779, and the median income for a family was $38,557. Males had a median income of $27,263 versus $24,903 for females. The per capita income for the city was $18,649. About 28.7% of families and 40.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 16.0% of those under age 18 and 11.9% of those age 65 or over.

Health and wellness are integral aspects of life in Lawrenceville, evident in the city's commitment to providing healthcare services and promoting active lifestyles. Notable health facilities include Gwinnett Medical Center, a leading healthcare provider in the region. Lawrenceville also boasts several parks and recreational areas, such as Rhodes Jordan Park and Tribble Mill Park, where residents can engage in outdoor activities and maintain a healthy lifestyle. Begin your journey to wellness at Miracles of Massage, where professional therapists provide a range of therapeutic massages. Experience relaxation and rejuvenation at MadEmEl Medical Aesthetics and Jeju Sauna Spa, offering luxurious spa treatments and holistic therapies. Explore holistic healthcare at Sun Wellness - Holistic Healthcare, offering acupuncture, herbal medicine, and chiropractic care. Restore balance and vitality at AC Spine & Wellness Center, specializing in chiropractic adjustments and wellness programs.

Top sites in Lawrenceville, GA are Aurora Theatre, Gwinnett Historic Courthouse, Rhodes Jordan Park, and Lawrenceville Lawn.

Population: 31,015 (2023). Elevation: 1,057 feet. Area: 13.80 sq mi (35.73 km²). ZIP codes: 30042-30046, 30049. Area code(s): 770, 678.

FAQs

What is Lawrenceville, GA famous for?

In the early days, most residents farmed cotton or otherwise benefited from the industry. One of the first cotton factories, Lawrenceville Manufacturing Company, made goods for the Confederacy, and when it burned during the Civil War, another was built to replace it. Corn, lumber, brick manufacturing, and livestock also fueled the rural economy. After boll weevils decimated cotton crops and prices plummeted, dairy farming flourished. Then, in the late 1800s through the turn of the century, a much-needed railroad moved people and freight to the eastern seaboard and established Lawrenceville as a valuable transportation hub. 

Is Lawrenceville, GA a good place to live?

Lawrenceville is in Gwinnett County. Living in Lawrenceville offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents rent their homes. In Lawrenceville, there are a lot of parks. Many families and young professionals live in Lawrenceville and residents tend to lean liberal. The public schools in Lawrenceville are above average.

Is Lawrenceville, GA expensive?

Lawrenceville's housing expenses are 12% lower than the national average and the utility prices are 16% lower than the national average. Transportation expenses like bus fares and gas prices are 8% lower than the national average. Lawrenceville has grocery prices that are 1% higher than the national average. Healthcare in Lawrenceville is 0% higher than the national average.

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City of Lawrenceville

Wikipedia

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Aurora Theatre

Gwinnett Historic Courthouse

Rhodes Jordan Park

Lawrenceville Lawn

Gwinnett Medical Center

Tribble Mill Park

Miracles of Massage

MadEmEl Medical Aesthetics

Jeju Sauna Spa

Sun Wellness - Holistic Healthcare

AC Spine & Wellness Center

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