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Singles in Lawrence, Kansas

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About Lawrence

  • Lawrence has a population of about 94,000.
  • It's part of Kansas.
  • New York, the largest city in the United States, is about 1130 miles away.
  • The nearest bigger city is Kansas City, about 36 miles away.
  • Towns nearby: Bonner Springs (20 miles), Gardner (20 miles) and Olathe (23 miles).

First-date ideas for Lawrence

Lawrence is small enough that you may have friends in common, so start with a relaxed coffee in the centre. If you would rather meet away from familiar faces, Bonner Springs is close by.

Staying safe

  • Meet in busy public places and tell a friend where you are going.
  • Never send money to people you met online.
  • Report and block anyone who makes you uncomfortable.

Dating in Lawrence: questions and answers

How far around Lawrence can I search?

Within 30 miles of Lawrence there are 16 towns and cities — Olathe, Topeka and Shawnee among them — with more than 600,000 residents in all. In the app you choose the distance yourself: from 5 miles to 300 miles, or “Any distance”.

Is online dating in Lawrence free on YADate?

Yes. YADate is a free online dating site, in Lawrence and everywhere else: profiles, search filters, likes, messages, voice messages and gifts cost nothing, and there is no premium plan. The only limits are daily caps against spam, such as 40 new conversations a day.

Are the profiles near Lawrence real?

There are no fake profiles here: YADate doesn't create them or chat on anyone's behalf. Photos go live only after a moderator approves them, every account confirms an email address, and reports are reviewed by people. If someone asks for money or rushes you onto another app, report them — a moderator will look into it.

Can I meet someone who doesn't live in Lawrence?

Yes. In the filters you can search around any other city, in the United States or abroad.

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