Lawrence County, AL is a small county located in the northwest corner of the state. It has a population of just over 34,000 people, making it one the smallest counties in Alabama. Despite its size, Lawrence County boasts some impressive rankings according to Best Places. According to their data, it ranks #1 for Natural Amenities and #3 overall for Cost of Living out of all 67 counties in Alabama. Lawrence also performs well in terms of Education with a ranking of #5 for Quality Schools and #14 overall for High School Graduation Rate. The county also has an exceptionally low crime rate as evidenced by its ranking of #2 for Crime & Safety. All these factors contribute to Lawrence County's reputation as a great place to live, work, and raise a family.
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