Lawrence County, Pennsylvania Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 33rd-largest in Pennsylvania
The population of Lawrence County, Pennsylvania is 85,423 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 33rd-largest county in Pennsylvania. The median household income is $60,779, the median home value is $136,700, and the median age is 44.9.
The population of Lawrence County has declined 7.5% since 2010 (91,016 → 84,233), a -0.55% annualized rate.
85,423
Population
-0.55%
Annual growth
239
People / sq mi
$60,779
Median Income
$136,700
Median Home Value
Lawrence County covers 357 sq mi of land at 239.0 people per square mile.
About Lawrence County, PA
Lawrence County is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 14.3% of the population. Lawrence County is a county in Pennsylvania with a population of 85,423. It ranks #33 among counties in Pennsylvania by population.
The typical household here earns about $60,779, below the US median of $78,538. About 7.4% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. Homes carry a median value of $136,700, with typical rent around $778.
Roughly 22.8% of adults have a bachelor’s, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is on the higher side at 11.2%, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 24 minutes each way.
Lawrence County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Lawrence County had a population of 91,016 in 2010 and 84,233 in 2024, a -7.5% growth over 14 years. The peak was 91,016 in 2010. Average annual growth rate: -0.55%.
84,233
Population (2024)
91,016
Population (2010)
91,016
Peak (2010)
-0.55%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 91,016 |
| 2011 | 90,526 |
| 2012 | 89,895 |
| 2013 | 89,274 |
| 2014 | 88,668 |
| 2015 | 88,154 |
| 2016 | 87,379 |
| 2017 | 86,608 |
| 2018 | 86,164 |
| 2019 | 85,504 |
| 2020 | 85,970 |
| 2021 | 85,565 |
| 2022 | 84,800 |
| 2023 | 84,553 |
| 2024 | 84,233 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 90.4% |
| Black or African American | 3.7% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.7% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
44.9
Median Age
51.3%
Female
48.7%
Male
23.0%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 16.3% · Seniors (65+): 23.0%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $60,779$-15,302 vs state |
| Mean household income | $79,865 |
| Per-capita income | $34,283 |
| Poverty rate | 7.4%-0.7% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 3.6% |
| Employment-to-population | 54.4% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Lawrence County is professional & business services, accounting for 24.5% of workers.
How residents commute
0.7%
Drive alone
2.1%
Carpool
77.0%
Public transit
11.2%
Work from home
23.7 min
Avg commute
Housing
$136,700$-103,800 vs state
Median home value
$778
Median rent
75.4%
Homeownership rate
39,597
Total housing units
90.9%
Occupied
9.1%
Vacant
24.6%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
94.7%
With health insurance
90.6%
With broadband internet
14.3%
Foreign-born
8.3%
Veterans (18+)
17.5%
With a disability
96.0%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
92.4%
High School+
22.8%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Lawrence County, Pennsylvania has a population of 85,423 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 33rd-largest county in Pennsylvania. Population density is 239 people per square mile.
The population of Lawrence County has declined 7.5% since 2010 (91,016 → 84,233), a -0.55% annualized rate.
The median household income in Lawrence County, Pennsylvania is $60,779, with mean (average) household income of $79,865 and per-capita income of $34,283. 7.4% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Lawrence County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (90.4%), Black or African American (3.7%), Hispanic or Latino (0.7%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Lawrence County, Pennsylvania is 44.9 years. Residents are 51.3% female and 48.7% male.
The median home value in Lawrence County is $136,700 and median monthly rent is $778. 75.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 39,597 total housing units, 9.1% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Lawrence County, Pennsylvania is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 24.5% of workers. The unemployment rate is 3.6%.
Philadelphia is among the largest cities associated with Lawrence County, Pennsylvania, with a population of 1,582,432.
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.