Lawrence County
City in Missouri, United States
Overview
Lawrence County, Missouri, is a picturesque rural county in the Ozarks, known for its small towns, rolling farmlands, and strong sense of community. It offers a blend of local traditions, nature, and friendly Midwestern hospitality. Visitors will enjoy peaceful landscapes and authentic experiences away from the bustle of bigger cities.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
United States
State
Missouri
Population
25,768
Time Zone
America/Chicago
Coordinates
37.11°, -93.83°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
78
Female Safety
67
LGBTQ+ Safety
45
Traffic Safety
70
Food Safety
90
Monthly Cost
$1,715
Local Cost
$1,020
Local Income
$2,800
Cashless
55
English
100
Temperature
13.7°C
Summer Avg
25.5°C
Winter Avg
1.4°C
Record High
44.4°C
Record Low
-22.3°C
Humidity
76%
Precipitation
1184 mm
City Vibrancy
4
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
4
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
SGF
Distance
42 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-05.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 68/100.