Lawrence County's 2026 population is estimated at 16,465, reflecting a 0.49% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Lawrence County is the 45th largest county in Arkansas. The 2010 population was 17,518 and has grown -6.01% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 40.3 years
Female: 41.8 years
Male: 39.1 years
There are 12,614 adults, (3,077 of whom are seniors) in Lawrence County.
Female: 8,243 (50.8%)
Male: 7,995 (49.2%)
The racial composition of Lawrence County includes 92.18% White, and smaller percentages for Black or African American, other race, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander, Asian, Native American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 14,969 | 92.18% |
| Two or more races | 961 | 5.92% |
| Black or African American | 151 | 0.93% |
| Other race | 115 | 0.71% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 19 | 0.12% |
| Asian | 14 | 0.09% |
| Native American | 9 | 0.06% |
Lawrence County 's average per capita income is $37,887. Household income levels show a median of $44,882. The poverty rate stands at 20.1%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $73,906 | - |
| Families | $59,352 | $76,502 |
| Households | $44,882 | $64,373 |
| Non Families | $21,190 | $36,455 |
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