Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.0 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.56 |
| Below Poverty | 15.5% ▲ 55% above avg |
| College Grads | 26.2% ▼ 32% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.6% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 313 (1.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 8,443 (41.2%) |
| Some College | 3,054 (14.9%) |
| Associates | 3,306 (16.2%) |
| Bachelors | 1,704 (8.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,649 (17.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $58,520 ▼ 23% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $165,207 ▼ 41% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $762/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 14,802 |
| Vacant Units | 1,665 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Lawrence County is located in Missouri and encompasses 9 ZIP codes spanning 9 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 34,111 residents. With a median age of 39.97, it is a middle-aged county.
Lawrence County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $58,520 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.6%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 15.5% is above the national average.
Housing in Lawrence County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $165,207 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $761. Homeownership rates are high at 73.6%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Lawrence County are primarily White (89.48%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 26.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Lawrence County, MO is a solidly middle-class area in Missouri. The 9 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 65605 | Aurora | 11,611 | $52,815 | $135,800 | $754 | 4.9% | 24.6% |
| 65654 | Freistatt | 246 | $47,857 | $113,200 | — | 0.0% | 44.0% |
| 65664 | Halltown | 51 | $14,821 | — | $1,313 | 29.4% | 7.9% |
| 65705 | Marionville | 4,703 | $62,602 | $159,200 | $822 | 6.3% | 25.6% |
| 65707 | Miller | 2,263 | $52,038 | $163,500 | $918 | 3.3% | 32.4% |
| 65712 | Mount Vernon | 8,910 | $61,832 | $208,000 | $687 | 3.2% | 29.7% |
| 65723 | Pierce City | 3,093 | $49,515 | $150,600 | $818 | 4.4% | 26.2% |
| 65756 | Stotts City | 775 | $111,904 | $221,200 | — | 0.0% | 19.5% |
| 65769 | Verona | 2,459 | $68,092 | $168,000 | $725 | 7.9% | 17.2% |