The United States Department of Agriculture has rated the natural amenities of this region. On a scale of one to seven, Lawrence county is rated a 4. The average temperature during the month of June is 72.0℉ and the average temperature in January is 28.6℉. The typical humidity of this area is approximately 59% and the area covered by water is 0.63%. The overall influence score for Lawrence is 3.
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Lawrence County is located in western Pennsylvania and is part of the Pittsburgh metropolitan area. As of the 2010 census, the population of Lawrence County was 91,108, with a median age of 43. The population is made up of 95.9% white, 1.3% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.7% Asian, and 1.8% from two or more races. As of 2019, the median household income in Lawrence County was $45,638 and the poverty rate was 17.7%.
The majority of Lawrence County is rural, with agricultural land covering nearly half of the county's area. The county is home to several small towns and villages, as well as the cities of New Castle and Ellwood City. There are also many suburban neighborhoods located in the county's larger cities.
The cost of living in Lawrence County is slightly lower than the national average, with housing costs being particularly affordable. The area has a variety of outdoor activities available, including fishing, hiking, and camping in nearby state parks.
Overall, Lawrence County is a rural area with an affordable cost of living and access to a variety of outdoor recreation activities.
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