Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 38.0 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.70 |
| Below Poverty | 14.7% ▲ 47% above avg |
| College Grads | 24.4% ▼ 37% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.4% ▲ 11% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 566 (1.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 11,994 (39.8%) |
| Some College | 5,855 (19.4%) |
| Associates | 4,390 (14.6%) |
| Bachelors | 2,305 (7.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,994 (16.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $54,701 ▼ 28% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $173,691 ▼ 38% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $768/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 21,224 |
| Vacant Units | 2,364 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Lawrence County is located in Tennessee and encompasses 9 ZIP codes spanning 9 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 51,007 residents. With a median age of 38.04, it is a middle-aged county.
Lawrence County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $54,700 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 5.4%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 14.7% is above the national average.
Housing in Lawrence County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $173,691 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $767. Homeownership rates are high at 77.2%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Lawrence County are primarily White (91.9%). Educational attainment is less-educated — 24.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Lawrence County, TN is a working-class area in Tennessee. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 38456 | Ethridge | 4,600 | $58,913 | $202,500 | — | 4.4% | 31.3% |
| 38457 | Five Points | 491 | $54,459 | $172,900 | — | 1.2% | 5.7% |
| 38463 | Iron City | 2,857 | $71,000 | $135,800 | $597 | 3.5% | 17.8% |
| 38464 | Lawrenceburg | 23,727 | $48,239 | $164,900 | $750 | 6.7% | 23.4% |
| 38468 | Leoma | 5,442 | $59,899 | $194,600 | $1,060 | 4.7% | 23.6% |
| 38469 | Loretto | 4,608 | $62,903 | $161,900 | $680 | 2.8% | 32.8% |
| 38481 | Saint Joseph | 876 | $45,909 | $122,400 | $625 | 2.1% | 21.3% |
| 38483 | Summertown | 7,133 | $60,281 | $205,800 | $747 | 6.1% | 24.7% |
| 38486 | Westpoint | 1,273 | $46,299 | $127,500 | — | 3.2% | 14.1% |