Lawrence County's 2026 population is estimated at 39,593, reflecting a 0.49% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Lawrence County is the 30th largest county in Missouri. The 2010 population was 38,590 and has grown 2.6% since 2010.
Overall: 38.8 years
Female: 40.7 years
Male: 37.6 years
There are 28,784 adults, (6,996 of whom are seniors) in Lawrence County.
Female: 19,181 (49.7%)
Male: 19,412 (50.3%)
The racial composition of Lawrence County includes 88.25% White, 3.15% other race, and smaller percentages for Native American, Asian, Black or African American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 34,058 | 88.25% |
| Two or more races | 2,786 | 7.22% |
| Other race | 1,214 | 3.15% |
| Native American | 225 | 0.58% |
| Asian | 187 | 0.48% |
| Black or African American | 107 | 0.28% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 16 | 0.04% |
Lawrence County 's average per capita income is $42,722. Household income levels show a median of $61,215. The poverty rate stands at 14.53%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $92,089 | - |
| Families | $78,768 | $87,174 |
| Households | $61,215 | $74,676 |
| Non Families | $33,254 | $43,637 |
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