County · Missouri
Lawrence County, Missouri
Lawrence County, Missouri. Lawrence County had 39,401 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, up 3.7% since 2020, faster than Missouri (+1.9%). It holds 12 places (11 cities, villages and boroughs and 1 census-designated) and 10 census tracts. GEOID 29109.
Residents, July 2025 estimate
39,401
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 38,001 · ACS 2020-2024: 38,593
Median household income
$61,215
±$4,968 (90% margin)
Missouri: $70,702
Median home value
$175,100
±$12,361 (90% margin)
Missouri: $230,300
Median gross rent
$800
±$57 (90% margin)
Missouri: $1,033
How many people live in Lawrence County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 38,001 residents in Lawrence County. The Census Bureau estimates 39,401 for July 1, 2025, up 3.7% since 2020, faster than Missouri (+1.9%). The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 38,593 over 612 square miles of land.
| Measure | Lawrence County | Missouri | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 38,593 | 6,191,814 | +389 |
| Households | 14,602±339 | 2,508,227 | no clear change |
| Average household size | 2.60±0.06 | 2.40 | no clear change |
| Housing units | 16,303±39 | 2,825,287 | −391 |
Lawrence County's population since 2000
From 35,204 in 2000 to 39,401 in 2025: up 11.9%. 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 12 places: 11 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places) and 1 census-designated place. The largest is Aurora with 7,686 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Aurora | 7,219 | $49,848 |
|---|---|---|
| Mount Vernon | 4,526 | $53,255 |
| Monett | 9,576 | $49,390 |
| Marionville | 2,054 | $49,631 |
| Pierce City | 1,251 | $51,121 |
| Miller | 704 | $56,371 |
| Verona | 507 | $42,417 |
| FreistattGEOID 2925912 | 179 | $47,917 |
| Stotts CityGEOID 2970990 | 167 | $36,563 |
| HalltownGEOID 2930016 | 104 | not published |
| HobergGEOID 2932410 | 48 | not published |
| ChesapeakeGEOID 2913582 | 48 | not published |
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 38.8 years old; 25.4% are under 18 and 18.1% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 86.2%, then Hispanic or Latino residents (of any race) at 8.5%. 3.5% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Lawrence County | Missouri | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 38.8±0.7 | 39.0 | no clear change |
| Under 18 years | 25.4%±0.2 pts | 22.3% | – |
| 65 years and over | 18.1%±0.2 pts | 17.9% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 8.5% | 5.2% | +1.0 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 86.2%±0.9 pts | 76.3% | −2.9 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 0.3%±0.1 pts | 10.9% | no clear change |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 0.5%±0.2 pts | 2.1% | – |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 0.4%±0.2 pts | 0.2% | – |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, not Hispanic | 0.0%±0.1 pts | 0.1% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 3.5%±0.5 pts | 4.8% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.7%±0.8 pts | 0.4% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 3.5%±0.6 pts | 4.5% | no clear change |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 8.3%±1.4 pts | 6.7% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 6.8%±1.0 pts | 7.3% | – |
| With a disability | 15.5%±1.3 pts | 14.9% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 14.0%±2.0 pts | 8.8% | no clear change |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 87.3%±1.9 pts | 91.9% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 16.9%±1.7 pts | 32.4% | no clear change |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 5.7%±1.1 pts | 12.6% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 1.3%±0.5 pts | 2.5% | – |
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 14,602 households earn less than $61,215 a year (±$4,968), against $70,702 in Missouri. In 2015-2019 the median was $55,064 in 2024 dollars, so it rose by $6,151 after inflation. 14.5% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Lawrence County | Missouri | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $61,215±$4,968 | $70,702 | +$6,151 |
| Mean household income | $74,676±$3,356 | $96,247 | – |
| Per capita income | $28,600±$1,129 | $39,695 | no clear change |
| People below the poverty line | 14.5%±2.2 pts | 12.6% | no clear change |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 21.1%±5.5 pts | 15.8% | no clear change |
| Households receiving SNAP | 12.2%±2.1 pts | 9.8% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 85.1%±2.6 pts | 89.3% | – |
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 73.9% of Lawrence County's occupied homes and renters 26.1%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $175,100 by its owner (±$12,361). The median renter pays $800 a month including utilities, and 29.8% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Lawrence County | Missouri | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $175,100±$12,361 | $230,300 | +$40,216 |
| Median gross rent | $800±$57 | $1,033 | no clear change |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 29.8%±6.8 pts | 36.6% | no clear change |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,216±$49 | $1,524 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 73.9%±2.4 pts | 68.1% | no clear change |
| Housing units | 16,303±39 | 2,825,287 | −391 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 1.0%±0.9 pts | 0.9% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 9.0%±4.6 pts | 5.0% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 79.2%±2.4 pts | 70.5% | – |
| Mobile homes | 9.7%±1.9 pts | 5.2% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 1.4%±0.6 pts | 1.6% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 13.8%±1.8 pts | 13.3% | – |
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 149 new housing units across Lawrence County in 2025 (55 single-family), 3.8 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?
76.3% of Lawrence County's workers drive alone and 10.4% work from home. The average trip to work takes 25.0 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 4.3%.
| Measure | Lawrence County | Missouri | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 60.3%±2.0 pts | 63.1% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 4.3%±1.1 pts | 4.0% | −1.8 pts |
| Drove alone to work | 76.3%±3.0 pts | 74.8% | – |
| Carpooled | 10.6%±2.1 pts | 8.1% | – |
| Public transportation | 0.1%±0.1 pts | 0.8% | – |
| Walked | 0.7%±0.3 pts | 1.8% | – |
| Worked from home | 10.4%±2.2 pts | 13.0% | +5.0 pts |
| Mean travel time to work | 25.0 min±1.6 | 23.5 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 10 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $43,554 (Tract 4704.01) to $89,367 (Tract 4702.01).
| Tract 470129109470100 | 3,415±311 | $59,402 |
|---|---|---|
| Tract 4702.0129109470201 | 4,344±524 | $89,367 |
| Tract 4702.0229109470202 | 4,320±171 | $51,328 |
| Tract 470329109470300 | 5,367±491 | $85,792 |
| Tract 4704.0129109470401 | 3,603±68 | $43,554 |
| Tract 4704.0229109470402 | 2,846±300 | $55,368 |
| Tract 4705.0129109470501 | 3,509±481 | $54,500 |
| Tract 4705.0229109470502 | 3,208±435 | $81,583 |
| Tract 4706.0129109470601 | 4,383±434 | $46,691 |
| Tract 4706.0229109470602 | 3,598±497 | $60,787 |
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 Missouri's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 30th of 115 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 28th of 115 |
| Residents per square mile | 31st of 115 |
| Median household income | 52nd of 115 |
| Median home value | 47th of 115 |
| Median gross rent | 40th of 115 |
| Poverty rate | 53rd of 115 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 67th of 115 |
| Median age | 93rd of 115 |
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.