Lawrence County, Mississippi Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 64th-largest in Mississippi
The population of Lawrence County, Mississippi is 11,883 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 64th-largest county in Mississippi. The median household income is $43,368, the median home value is $104,600, and the median age is 40.7.
The population of Lawrence County has declined 9.7% since 2010 (12,928 → 11,672), a -0.73% annualized rate.
11,883
Population
-0.73%
Annual growth
28
People / sq mi
$43,368
Median Income
$104,600
Median Home Value
Lawrence County covers 431 sq mi of land at 27.6 people per square mile.
About Lawrence County, MS
Remote work is unusually rare in Lawrence County: 0.5% of workers primarily work from home, below the 14.0% national rate. Lawrence County is a county in Mississippi with a population of 11,883.
Money is tight relative to the rest of US counties: the median household earns just $43,368, below the US median of $78,538. Roughly 14.7% of residents fall below the poverty line, above the national 12.4%. Homes are comparatively cheap — a median value of $104,600, with typical rent around $835.
Lawrence County is among the least college-educated US counties, at 12.7% — below the national 35.0%. Almost everyone commutes — only 0.5% work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 37 minutes each way.
Lawrence County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Lawrence County had a population of 12,928 in 2010 and 11,672 in 2024, a -9.7% growth over 14 years. The peak was 12,928 in 2010. Average annual growth rate: -0.72%.
11,672
Population (2024)
12,928
Population (2010)
12,928
Peak (2010)
-0.72%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 12,928 |
| 2011 | 12,748 |
| 2012 | 12,690 |
| 2013 | 12,599 |
| 2014 | 12,625 |
| 2015 | 12,694 |
| 2016 | 12,813 |
| 2017 | 12,633 |
| 2018 | 12,441 |
| 2019 | 12,607 |
| 2020 | 11,984 |
| 2021 | 11,790 |
| 2022 | 11,766 |
| 2023 | 11,718 |
| 2024 | 11,672 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 64.3% |
| Black or African American | 31.8% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.9% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
40.7
Median Age
51.5%
Female
48.5%
Male
18.1%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 20.6% · Seniors (65+): 18.1%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $43,368$-11,547 vs state |
| Mean household income | $65,806 |
| Per-capita income | $26,276 |
| Poverty rate | 14.7%+0.4% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 5.8% |
| Employment-to-population | 43.5% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Lawrence County is professional & business services, accounting for 21.7% of workers.
How residents commute
0.0%
Drive alone
0.1%
Carpool
89.7%
Public transit
0.5%
Work from home
36.8 min
Avg commute
Housing
$104,600$-56,800 vs state
Median home value
$835
Median rent
81.7%
Homeownership rate
5,766
Total housing units
75.0%
Occupied
25.0%
Vacant
18.3%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
87.1%
With health insurance
87.9%
With broadband internet
19.8%
Foreign-born
4.9%
Veterans (18+)
28.2%
With a disability
98.3%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
82.1%
High School+
12.7%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Lawrence County, Mississippi has a population of 11,883 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 64th-largest county in Mississippi. Population density is 28 people per square mile.
The population of Lawrence County has declined 9.7% since 2010 (12,928 → 11,672), a -0.73% annualized rate.
The median household income in Lawrence County, Mississippi is $43,368, with mean (average) household income of $65,806 and per-capita income of $26,276. 14.7% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Lawrence County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (64.3%), Black or African American (31.8%), Hispanic or Latino (0.9%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Lawrence County, Mississippi is 40.7 years. Residents are 51.5% female and 48.5% male.
The median home value in Lawrence County is $104,600 and median monthly rent is $835. 81.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 5,766 total housing units, 25.0% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Lawrence County, Mississippi is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 21.7% of workers. The unemployment rate is 5.8%.
Jackson is among the largest cities associated with Lawrence County, Mississippi, with a population of 149,827.
Lawrence County, MS Climate
Lawrence County, MS has an average annual temperature of 18.3°C (65°F) and receives about 1569 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
18.3°C
Avg Temp
1569
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 8° / 47° | 158 mm |
| February | 10° / 51° | 140 mm |
| March | 15° / 58° | 168 mm |
| April | 18° / 65° | 152 mm |
| May | 22° / 72° | 148 mm |
| June | 26° / 78° | 111 mm |
| July | 27° / 81° | 123 mm |
| August | 27° / 81° | 109 mm |
| September | 24° / 76° | 95 mm |
| October | 18° / 65° | 92 mm |
| November | 14° / 56° | 122 mm |
| December | 10° / 50° | 151 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Lawrence County, MS
The most comfortable months to visit Lawrence County, MS are typically October, September and May, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 34°C high). The coldest is January (near 2°C low). March is usually the wettest month.
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