Lawrence County's 2026 population is estimated at 15,446, reflecting a -1.13% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Lawrence County is the 73rd largest county in Kentucky. The 2010 population was 15,856 and has grown -2.59% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 42.1 years
Female: 42.9 years
Male: 41.1 years
There are 12,314 adults, (3,279 of whom are seniors) in Lawrence County.
Female: 8,208 (51.1%)
Male: 7,869 (48.9%)
The racial composition of Lawrence County includes 96.99% White, and smaller percentages for Two or more races, Asian, Black or African American, Native American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 15,593 | 96.99% |
| Two or more races | 252 | 1.57% |
| Asian | 214 | 1.33% |
| Black or African American | 13 | 0.08% |
| Native American | 5 | 0.03% |
Lawrence County 's average per capita income is $36,042. Household income levels show a median of $46,772. The poverty rate stands at 21.78%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $70,287 | - |
| Families | $65,558 | $82,930 |
| Households | $46,772 | $65,772 |
| Non Families | $26,078 | $31,316 |
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