Lawrence County is a county located in the U.S. state of Mississippi. As of the 2020 census, the population was 12,016. Its county seat is Monticello. The county is named for the naval hero James Lawrence.

Geography

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 436 sqmi, of which 431 sqmi is land and 5.1 sqmi (1.2%) is water.

Major highways

Adjacent counties

Demographics

As of the 2020 United States census, there were 12,016 people, 4,849 households, and 3,385 families residing in the county.

Communities

Towns

Unincorporated communities

Education

Public education is governed by the Lawrence County School District, which encompasses the entire county. It is in the district of Copiah–Lincoln Community College, and has been since 1965.

Notable people

Politics