Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 44.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 1.29 |
| Below Poverty | 11.2% ▲ 12% above avg |
| College Grads | 34.1% ▼ 12% below avg |
| Unemployment | 6.2% ▲ 26% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 435 (0.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 25,524 (42.1%) |
| Some College | 6,964 (11.5%) |
| Associates | 6,880 (11.4%) |
| Bachelors | 6,126 (10.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 14,654 (24.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $61,876 ▼ 19% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $141,826 ▼ 49% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $809/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 41,859 |
| Vacant Units | 3,869 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Lawrence County is located in Pennsylvania and encompasses 19 ZIP codes spanning 13 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 89,770 residents. With a median age of 44.73, it is a middle-aged county.
Lawrence County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $61,876 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 6.2%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 11.2% is above the national average.
Housing in Lawrence County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $141,826 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $809. Homeownership rates are high at 75.2%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Lawrence County are primarily White (90.14%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 34.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Lawrence County, PA is a solidly middle-class area in Pennsylvania. The 19 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16112 | Bessemer | 1,431 | $79,821 | $140,900 | $909 | 6.7% | 25.4% |
| 16116 | Edinburg | 2,783 | $69,046 | $123,300 | $541 | 4.3% | 26.8% |
| 16117 | Ellwood City | 16,013 | $69,982 | $143,000 | $856 | 4.7% | 37.1% |
| 16120 | Enon Valley | 2,185 | $65,288 | $166,800 | $694 | 13.2% | 37.2% |
| 16132 | Hillsville | 370 | $51,346 | $115,100 | — | 0.0% | 18.2% |
| 16140 | New Bedford | 386 | $76,193 | $95,300 | — | 0.0% | 16.9% |
| 16101 | New Castle | 30,960 | $50,481 | $109,600 | $706 | 8.7% | 28.7% |
| 16102 | New Castle | 4,933 | $52,480 | $97,900 | $948 | 6.5% | 27.7% |
| 16105 | New Castle | 15,195 | $67,256 | $175,100 | $965 | 4.2% | 44.7% |
| 16142 | New Wilmington | 5,433 | $78,750 | $214,100 | $797 | 1.9% | 47.9% |
| 16143 | Pulaski | 1,995 | $88,452 | $196,700 | $727 | 1.7% | 45.0% |
| 16155 | Villa Maria | 94 | $55,179 | — | $950 | 0.0% | 86.2% |
| 16156 | Volant | 3,385 | $68,510 | $209,200 | $1,089 | 6.5% | 34.0% |
| 16157 | Wampum | 2,759 | $56,582 | $150,700 | $653 | 8.0% | 23.3% |
| 16160 | West Pittsburg | 949 | $41,841 | $101,300 | $769 | 5.8% | 18.4% |