County · Pennsylvania
Lawrence County, Pennsylvania
Lawrence County, Pennsylvania. Lawrence County had 83,911 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, down 2.5% since 2020, while Pennsylvania grew 0.4%. It holds 41 places (11 cities, villages and boroughs, 16 towns and townships and 14 census-designated) and 28 census tracts. GEOID 42073.
Lawrence County is one of the 8 counties of the Pittsburgh, PA metropolitan statistical area (the Census Bureau's July 2023 delineation).
Residents, July 2025 estimate
83,911
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 86,070 · ACS 2020-2024: 85,024
Median household income
$61,931
±$2,883 (90% margin)
Pennsylvania: $77,971
Median home value
$147,200
±$6,024 (90% margin)
Pennsylvania: $254,500
Median gross rent
$831
±$42 (90% margin)
Pennsylvania: $1,209
How many people live in Lawrence County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 86,070 residents in Lawrence County. The Census Bureau estimates 83,911 for July 1, 2025, down 2.5% since 2020, while Pennsylvania grew 0.4%. The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 85,024 over 357 square miles of land.
| Measure | Lawrence County | Pennsylvania | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 85,024 | 13,018,639 | −1,703 |
| Households | 36,121±429 | 5,274,853 | −934 |
| Average household size | 2.29±0.03 | 2.39 | no clear change |
| Housing units | 39,591±59 | 5,806,452 | −1,668 |
Lawrence County's population since 2000
From 94,643 in 2000 to 83,911 in 2025: down 11.3%. 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 41 places: 11 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places), 16 towns and townships (county subdivisions with their own government) and 14 census-designated places. The largest is New Castle with 21,175 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| New Castle | 21,926 | $42,219 |
|---|---|---|
| Neshannock Township | 9,843 | $83,115 |
| Shenango Township, Lawrence County | 7,133 | $77,522 |
| Ellwood City | 7,642 | $67,138 |
| Union Township, Lawrence County | 4,996 | $64,826 |
| North Beaver Township | 3,962 | $70,828 |
| Pulaski Township, Lawrence County | 3,102 | $74,583 |
| Slippery Rock Township, Lawrence County | 2,913 | $78,583 |
| Mahoning Township, Lawrence County | 2,708 | $65,370 |
| Wilmington Township, Lawrence County | 2,663 | $72,557 |
| Wayne Township, Lawrence County | 2,469 | $74,375 |
| Hickory Township, Lawrence County | 2,320 | $74,478 |
| Oakwood | 2,215 | $71,583 |
| Scott Township, Lawrence County | 2,176 | $83,602 |
| New Wilmington | 2,092 | $73,696 |
| Perry Township, Lawrence County | 1,853 | $86,576 |
| Oakland (Lawrence County) | 1,437 | $63,372 |
| New Castle NorthwestGEOID 4253392 | 1,397 | $72,500 |
| New Beaver | 1,372 | $61,417 |
| Little Beaver Township | 1,224 | $60,938 |
| Ellport | 1,082 | $74,625 |
| Bessemer | 1,076 | $65,893 |
| Taylor Township, Lawrence County | 989 | $43,676 |
| New BedfordGEOID 4253192 | 857 | $90,000 |
| Plain Grove Township | 777 | $70,750 |
| West Pittsburg | 734 | $44,510 |
| Washington Township, Lawrence County | 711 | $72,188 |
| South New Castle | 647 | $69,375 |
| Mount JacksonGEOID 4251624 | – | $58,472 |
| Wampum | 559 | $48,929 |
| Wurtemburg | – | $66,875 |
| FrizzleburgGEOID 4228014 | 442 | $67,727 |
| HillsvilleGEOID 4234912 | – | $38,571 |
| ChewtonGEOID 4213408 | 395 | $68,750 |
| Enon ValleyGEOID 4223768 | 301 | $76,250 |
| Harlansburg | – | $54,524 |
| EdinburgGEOID 4222616 | – | $79,022 |
| VolantGEOID 4280368 | 126 | $66,250 |
| FriscoGEOID 4228000 | 914 | $78,214 |
| PulaskiGEOID 4262896 | – | not published |
| S.N.P.J.GEOID 4271620 | 18 | 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 44.9 years old; 20.0% are under 18 and 23.4% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 88.7%, then non-Hispanic residents of two or more races at 4.5%. 1.3% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Lawrence County | Pennsylvania | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 44.9±0.2 | 40.9 | −0.3 |
| Under 18 years | 20.0% | 20.4% | – |
| 65 years and over | 23.4%±0.1 pts | 19.5% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.2% | 8.7% | +0.7 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 88.7%±0.4 pts | 73.0% | −3.3 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 3.7%±0.4 pts | 10.3% | no clear change |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 0.3%±0.1 pts | 3.8% | no clear change |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 0.0%±0.1 pts | 0.1% | – |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, not Hispanic | 0.0%±0.1 pts | 0.0% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 4.5%±0.5 pts | 3.6% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.6%±0.2 pts | 0.5% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 1.3%±0.3 pts | 7.7% | no clear change |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 3.6%±0.6 pts | 12.4% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 7.8%±0.6 pts | 6.1% | – |
| With a disability | 17.2%±0.8 pts | 14.4% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 5.1%±0.8 pts | 5.6% | no clear change |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 92.4%±0.6 pts | 92.1% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 23.4%±1.3 pts | 35.2% | no clear change |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 6.7%±0.7 pts | 14.3% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 1.7%±0.7 pts | 1.9% | – |
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 36,121 households earn less than $61,931 a year (±$2,883), against $77,971 in Pennsylvania. In 2015-2019 it was $61,786 in 2024 dollars; the margins of error cannot tell the two periods apart. 11.9% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Lawrence County | Pennsylvania | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $61,931±$2,883 | $77,971 | no clear change |
| Mean household income | $81,018±$2,111 | $107,538 | – |
| Per capita income | $35,150±$816 | $44,355 | no clear change |
| People below the poverty line | 11.9%±1.2 pts | 11.7% | −1.9 pts |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 17.2%±3.4 pts | 15.6% | no clear change |
| Households receiving SNAP | 20.4%±1.5 pts | 14.4% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 86.7%±1.1 pts | 89.7% | – |
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 75.8% of Lawrence County's occupied homes and renters 24.2%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $147,200 by its owner (±$6,024). The median renter pays $831 a month including utilities, and 37.6% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Lawrence County | Pennsylvania | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $147,200±$6,024 | $254,500 | +$10,224 |
| Median gross rent | $831±$42 | $1,209 | no clear change |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 37.6%±3.9 pts | 39.5% | no clear change |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,290±$34 | $1,762 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 75.8%±1.2 pts | 69.3% | no clear change |
| Housing units | 39,591±59 | 5,806,452 | −1,668 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 0.6%±0.2 pts | 0.8% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 3.8%±1.8 pts | 4.9% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 77.8%±1.4 pts | 56.6% | – |
| Mobile homes | 6.6%±0.9 pts | 3.5% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 0.4%±0.2 pts | 1.0% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 27.7%±1.3 pts | 25.0% | – |
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 70 new housing units across Lawrence County in 2025 (64 single-family), 0.8 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?
75.9% of Lawrence County's workers drive alone and 13.4% work from home. The average trip to work takes 23.4 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 5.7%.
| Measure | Lawrence County | Pennsylvania | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 57.7%±1.0 pts | 62.7% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 5.7%±0.8 pts | 5.3% | no clear change |
| Drove alone to work | 75.9%±1.7 pts | 68.2% | – |
| Carpooled | 6.7%±0.9 pts | 7.5% | – |
| Public transportation | 0.6%±0.2 pts | 3.6% | – |
| Walked | 2.1%±0.5 pts | 3.3% | – |
| Worked from home | 13.4%±1.3 pts | 15.6% | +9.7 pts |
| Mean travel time to work | 23.4 min±0.8 | 26.3 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 28 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $19,950 (Tract 4) to $98,259 (Tract 108).
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 Pennsylvania's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 33rd of 67 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 51st of 67 |
| Residents per square mile | 23rd of 67 |
| Median household income | 52nd of 67 |
| Median home value | 57th of 67 |
| Median gross rent | 42nd of 67 |
| Poverty rate | 31st of 67 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 36th of 67 |
| Median age | 23rd 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.