County · Alabama
Lawrence County, Alabama
Lawrence County, Alabama. Lawrence County had 33,843 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, up 2.3% since 2020, slower than Alabama (+3.3%). It holds 7 places (6 cities, villages and boroughs and 1 census-designated) and 11 census tracts. GEOID 01079.
Lawrence County is one of the 2 counties of the Decatur, AL metropolitan statistical area (the Census Bureau's July 2023 delineation).
Residents, July 2025 estimate
33,843
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 33,073 · ACS 2020-2024: 33,276
Median household income
$66,071
±$5,623 (90% margin)
Alabama: $63,999
Median home value
$172,300
±$13,009 (90% margin)
Alabama: $209,900
Median gross rent
$753
±$35 (90% margin)
Alabama: $1,007
How many people live in Lawrence County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 33,073 residents in Lawrence County. The Census Bureau estimates 33,843 for July 1, 2025, up 2.3% since 2020, slower than Alabama (+3.3%). The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 33,276 over 691 square miles of land.
| Measure | Lawrence County | Alabama | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 33,276 | 5,086,768 | +218 |
| Households | 13,627±271 | 1,997,247 | +950 |
| Average household size | 2.42±0.05 | 2.48 | −0.17 |
| Housing units | 15,403±28 | 2,337,265 | +107 |
Lawrence County's population since 2000
From 34,803 in 2000 to 33,843 in 2025: down 2.8%. The 2000, 2010 and 2020 figures are census counts. The 2005 figure is the Census Bureau's intercensal estimate, revised to fit the 2000 and 2010 counts and drawn on 2010 boundaries; 2015 and 2025 are July 1 estimates made from the census before them.
Source: The 2000, 2010 and 2020 Census counts and the Census Bureau's population estimates (intercensal 2000-2010, Vintage 2020, Vintage 2025) · Census population estimates
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); PEP Vintage 2025 (CO-EST2025); 2020 Census · Check it at data.census.gov
What cities and towns are in Lawrence County?
Lawrence County holds 7 places: 6 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places) and 1 census-designated place. The largest is Moulton with 3,436 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Moulton | 3,398 | $57,813 |
|---|---|---|
| Town Creek | 1,052 | $43,229 |
| CourtlandGEOID 0118040 | 583 | $47,679 |
| North CourtlandGEOID 0155044 | 483 | $32,813 |
| HillsboroGEOID 0134816 | 407 | $61,818 |
| HattonGEOID 0133544 | 244 | not published |
| Trinity | 2,526 | $100,929 |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); 2020 place-by-county parts · Check it at data.census.gov
Who lives in Lawrence County?
The median resident of Lawrence County is 42.3 years old; 21.8% are under 18 and 19.0% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 75.5%, then non-Hispanic Black residents at 9.3%. 1.3% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Lawrence County | Alabama | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 42.3±0.5 | 39.3 | no clear change |
| Under 18 years | 21.8%±0.1 pts | 22.2% | – |
| 65 years and over | 19.0%±0.1 pts | 17.8% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 3.1% | 5.6% | +0.9 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 75.5%±0.4 pts | 63.4% | −1.0 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 9.3%±0.6 pts | 25.6% | −1.3 pts |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 0.4%±0.1 pts | 1.4% | – |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 3.7%±0.7 pts | 0.3% | – |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, not Hispanic | 0.0%±0.1 pts | 0.0% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 7.8%±1.0 pts | 3.3% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.1%±0.1 pts | 0.4% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 1.3%±0.5 pts | 4.0% | no clear change |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 3.0%±0.6 pts | 6.0% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 7.5%±1.2 pts | 7.7% | – |
| With a disability | 19.6%±1.9 pts | 16.5% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 8.0%±1.3 pts | 9.2% | no clear change |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 85.0%±2.0 pts | 88.6% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 15.2%±2.3 pts | 28.4% | no clear change |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 5.2%±1.5 pts | 11.1% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 1.5%±0.6 pts | 2.4% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profiles DP02, DP05) · Check it at data.census.gov
What do households in Lawrence County earn?
Half of Lawrence County's 13,627 households earn less than $66,071 a year (±$5,623), against $63,999 in Alabama. In 2015-2019 the median was $55,241 in 2024 dollars, so it rose by $10,830 after inflation. 13.3% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Lawrence County | Alabama | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $66,071±$5,623 | $63,999 | +$10,830 |
| Mean household income | $80,069±$5,178 | $88,898 | – |
| Per capita income | $32,568±$1,790 | $36,087 | +$3,708 |
| People below the poverty line | 13.3%±2.6 pts | 15.6% | −4.7 pts |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 17.7%±6.6 pts | 21.3% | no clear change |
| Households receiving SNAP | 15.1%±2.4 pts | 13.7% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 79.0%±3.1 pts | 87.5% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What does housing cost in Lawrence County?
Owners occupy 81.7% of Lawrence County's occupied homes and renters 18.3%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $172,300 by its owner (±$13,009). The median renter pays $753 a month including utilities, and 25.2% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Lawrence County | Alabama | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $172,300±$13,009 | $209,900 | +$36,308 |
| Median gross rent | $753±$35 | $1,007 | +$75 |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 25.2%±7.8 pts | 39.9% | no clear change |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,202±$46 | $1,433 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 81.7%±2.5 pts | 70.2% | +4.0 pts |
| Housing units | 15,403±28 | 2,337,265 | +107 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 0.0%±0.4 pts | 1.1% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 0.5%±0.8 pts | 7.2% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 69.0%±2.8 pts | 69.1% | – |
| Mobile homes | 24.9%±2.6 pts | 12.3% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 1.3%±0.6 pts | 2.3% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 3.4%±0.9 pts | 4.9% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP04) · Check it at data.census.gov
How many new homes is Lawrence County building?
Builders took permits for 6 new housing units across Lawrence County in 2025 (6 single-family), 0.2 per 1,000 residents.
Source: Building Permits Survey, annual county files 2019-2025, U.S. Census Bureau · Census Building Permits Survey
How do people in Lawrence County get to work?
87.1% of Lawrence County's workers drive alone and 4.2% work from home. The average trip to work takes 30.0 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 2.0%.
| Measure | Lawrence County | Alabama | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 56.9%±2.0 pts | 58.3% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 2.0%±0.7 pts | 4.7% | −3.3 pts |
| Drove alone to work | 87.1%±2.4 pts | 80.6% | – |
| Carpooled | 6.9%±1.9 pts | 8.0% | – |
| Public transportation | 0.1%±0.1 pts | 0.3% | – |
| Walked | 1.1%±0.8 pts | 1.1% | – |
| Worked from home | 4.2%±1.2 pts | 8.8% | +1.8 pts |
| Mean travel time to work | 30.0 min±1.5 | 25.5 min | no clear change |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What are Lawrence County's census tracts?
Lawrence County is divided into 11 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $39,250 (Tract 9792.01) to $86,144 (Tract 9798).
| Tract 979101079979100 | 1,737±222 | $58,945 |
|---|---|---|
| Tract 9792.0101079979201 | 1,733±270 | $39,250 |
| Tract 9792.0201079979202 | 2,491±288 | $51,944 |
| Tract 979301079979300 | 4,693±672 | $69,455 |
| Tract 979401079979400 | 4,845±467 | $52,188 |
| Tract 9795.0101079979501 | 2,348±255 | $77,027 |
| Tract 9795.0201079979502 | 3,154±546 | $80,667 |
| Tract 979601079979600 | 4,397±593 | $66,019 |
| Tract 979701079979700 | 2,379±390 | $69,800 |
| Tract 979801079979800 | 3,830±518 | $86,144 |
| Tract 979901079979900 | 1,669±229 | $81,125 |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does Lawrence County compare with Alabama's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 35th of 67 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 26th of 67 |
| Residents per square mile | 34th of 67 |
| Median household income | 12th of 67 |
| Median home value | 21st of 67 |
| Median gross rent | 41st of 67 |
| Poverty rate | 57th of 67 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 46th of 67 |
| Median age | 26th of 67 |
Source: PlainCities ranks from the American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) and PEP Vintage 2025 · How ranks are computed
How these figures are made: methodology and release checks · reading a margin of error · every state · corrections
Not on this page: crime, weather and schools for Lawrence County are other agencies' records. Crime: the FBI's Crime Data Explorer · climate: NOAA's U.S. Climate Normals · schools: the National Center for Education Statistics' school search.