Located between Kansas City and Topeka, Lawrence, Kansas is the sixth-largest city in the state and home to the Douglas County Seat and the University of Kansas. The community has a population of more than 96,000 and serves as the regional center to a population of nearly 121,000 spanning across Douglas County. With a strong community, an excellent workforce, and a major university, Lawrence has seen a tremendous amount of growth recently. Lawrence has been recognized as a highly desirable place to live and work. Livability.com named Lawrence one of the “Top 100 Best Places to Live” in 2024. Additional accolades for Lawrence include Forbes’ “Best Places to Retire in 2024” and a top ranking on AdvisorSmith’s latest “Most Educated Small City in America” list.