Lawrence County's 2026 population is estimated at 55,211, reflecting a -0.56% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Lawrence County is the 46th largest county in Ohio. The 2010 population was 62,428 and has grown -11.56% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 41.9 years
Female: 43.4 years
Male: 40.3 years
There are 44,553 adults, (10,854 of whom are seniors) in Lawrence County.
Female: 29,002 (51%)
Male: 27,817 (49%)
The racial composition of Lawrence County includes 93.99% White, and smaller percentages for Black or African American, Asian, other race, Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 53,405 | 93.99% |
| Two or more races | 1,812 | 3.19% |
| Black or African American | 960 | 1.69% |
| Asian | 321 | 0.56% |
| Other race | 283 | 0.5% |
| Native American | 25 | 0.04% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 13 | 0.02% |
Lawrence County 's average per capita income is $42,798. Household income levels show a median of $58,325. The poverty rate stands at 17.73%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $85,899 | $100,062 |
| Families | $69,830 | $85,180 |
| Households | $58,325 | $74,970 |
| Non Families | $32,179 | $50,914 |
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