Lawrence County's 2026 population is estimated at 11,580, reflecting a -0.4% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Lawrence County is the 63rd largest county in Mississippi. The 2010 population was 12,928 and has grown -10.43% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 41 years
Female: 41.8 years
Male: 40.4 years
There are 8,912 adults, (2,305 of whom are seniors) in Lawrence County.
Female: 6,054 (51.4%)
Male: 5,732 (48.6%)
The racial composition of Lawrence County includes 63.8% White, 31.71% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for Two or more races, other race, Native American, Asian and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 7,519 | 63.8% |
| Black or African American | 3,737 | 31.71% |
| Two or more races | 344 | 2.92% |
| Other race | 104 | 0.88% |
| Native American | 45 | 0.38% |
| Asian | 37 | 0.31% |
Lawrence County 's average per capita income is $40,342. Household income levels show a median of $43,531. The poverty rate stands at 23.65%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $66,581 | - |
| Families | $54,805 | $84,382 |
| Households | $43,531 | $67,470 |
| Non Families | $25,215 | $37,567 |
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