Lawrence County, Pennsylvania Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Lawrence County is located in Pennsylvania with a total population of 85,423. It is the 33rd most populous county out of 67 in Pennsylvania. The county encompasses 10 Census-designated places.

Age Demographics

The median age in Lawrence County is 44.9 years. This is 10% higher than the state median of 40.9 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Lawrence County is $60,779. This is 20% lower than the state median of $76,081. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 23% lower. The poverty rate stands at 11.6%. This is 2% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.8%. The unemployment rate is 6.2%. This is 18% higher than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $136,700. Housing costs are 43% lower than the state median of $240,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.2x, Lawrence County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 75.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 9% higher than the state average of 69.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

Lawrence County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 89.7% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 3.6%. The Black or African American population (3.6%) is well below the state average of 10.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.1%) is well below the state average of 8.4%. The Asian population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 3.7%.

Education

22.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 34% lower than the state rate of 34.5%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 92.4%.