Lawrence_County,_Mississippi

Lawrence County, Mississippi

Lawrence County, Mississippi

County in Mississippi, United States

Lawrence County is a county located in the U.S. state of Mississippi. As of the 2020 census, the population was 12,016.[1] Its county seat is Monticello.[2] The county is named for the naval hero James Lawrence.[3]

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Geography

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 436 square miles (1,130 km2), of which 431 square miles (1,120 km2) is land and 5.1 square miles (13 km2) (1.2%) is water.[4]

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Demographics

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

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Education

Public education is governed by the Lawrence County School District, which encompasses the entire county.

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See also

References

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