Average Rent in Lawrence County, MS↓ Rents falling 0.5% YoY
HUD FY2025 · Official government data · Updated annually · Metro pop. 11,883
Market Overview
Lawrence County, MS has rental prices ranging from $725/month to $1,275/month in 2025, depending on unit size. The typical 1-bedroom apartment rents for $730/month — 48% below the national average of $1,400/month. With a median household income of $43,368/year, spending $730/month on a 1-bedroom represents 20% of gross income — within the recommended 30% threshold.
How Lawrence County Compares
With an average 2-bedroom rent of $958/month, Lawrence County ranks #26 most expensive of the 79 cities tracked in Mississippi — pricier than 57% of all US cities in our data.
The Lawrence County Rental Market
The Lawrence County, MS area has a population of about 11,883 and 18% of households renting rather than owning. That renter share runs below the US average of ~34%, a more homeowner-heavy market where rental inventory can be limited.
Rent Trends
2-bedroom rents in Lawrence County, MS have fallen by $5/month (0.5%) over the past year, from $963 to $958. Rents have remained relatively stable year over year, indicating a balanced rental market in the area.
Affordability
To afford a 1-bedroom apartment in Lawrence County, MS without exceeding the 30% housing cost guideline, a renter needs an annual income of approximately $29,200. The local median household income of $43,368 exceeds that threshold by $14,168, making Lawrence County relatively accessible compared to local wages.
Economy & Jobs
Lawrence County, MS has an unemployment rate of 4.0%, 0.1 percentage points above the national average of 3.9%. A higher unemployment rate can moderate rental demand over time, which may help keep rent growth in check compared to tighter job markets.
Fair Market Rents
HUD FY2025Is Lawrence County, MS Affordable?
Income needed to rent or buy, price history, and how this city compares to nearby metros.
Affordability Index(30% income rule)
Nearby Cities in MSlargest metros in the state
| City | Studio | 1BR | 2BR | 3BR | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holmes County | $811 | $843 | $933 | $1,232 | — |
| Jackson | $1,045 | $1,051 | $1,232 | $1,484 | — |
| Stone County | $711 | $730 | $958 | $1,154 | — |
| Pascagoula | $922 | $972 | $1,094 | $1,466 | — |
| Gulfport | $766 | $896 | $1,117 | $1,446 | — |
| Covington County | $656 | $783 | $933 | $1,232 | — |
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