Lawrence
The low cost of living in Lawrence County, Alabama is one of the many factors that businesses and individuals consider when relocating to the area. Lawrence County offers affordable housing and low property taxes. The low cost of living extends to state and local taxes, prices for groceries and other household items, as well everyday expenses. Residents can enjoy the low cost of living in a rural setting, but still have easy access to great job opportunities, educational opportunities, and recreational activities.
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OUTDOORS & LOCAL ATTRACTIONS
Lawrence County is located in northwest Alabama. The Tennessee River’s Wheeler Lake forms the northern border of the county, while Bankhead National Forest occupies the southern fourth of the county. The northern part of the county, along the banks of the Tennessee River, is relatively flat. As you go further south you ascend a plateau across the central part of the county, with the area in the Bankhead National Forest rising again into a mountainous area.
This beautiful county is full of surprising experiences and adventures, packed with rich culture and history, and is full of the most friendly and warm people you'll meet in the South. Lawrence County is the best place in Alabama to visit, live, work and play!
SENIOR LIVING & CIVIC ORGANIZATIONS
Volunteering is rewarding. It makes you feel like you are accomplishing something—that you are giving back —that you are helping people. Volunteering also gives you the opportunity to meet people, make new friends, and get out of the house. You can volunteer a day or two a week or in some cases even a few hours a day. For a complete list of Lawrence County civic organizations click here.
Calmer, gentler way of life.
There comes a time for each of us when we long for a calmer, gentler way of life. The beauty of Bankhead Forest offered us exactly that . . . hiking trails, waterfalls, and summer nights sizzling with lightning bugs. Plus, we truly treasure the precious people and the small-town values that are still appreciated throughout Lawrence County.

-Duane and Alice Evans
Lawrence County Residents of 5 years
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Upcoming Events
Eagle Awareness Weekend
- Eagle Awareness at Guntersville
- Recurring weekly on Sunday, Friday, Saturday
Lake Guntersville State Park will host its popular Eagle Awareness Weekends for three weekends…
Art on the Lake
Held alongside beautiful Lake Guntersville, this event features over 130 fine artists and craftsmen…
Bloomin Festival
Arts and crafts will be on display for two days in April when St. Bernard Abbey and Prep School…
Koe Wetzel
Date May 12, 2023 Event Starts 7:30 PM Apollo South Open 5:00 PM Doors Open 6:00 PM Ticket Prices…
For King + Country: What Are We Waiting For? The Tour Part II
Buy Tickets Date May 14, 2023 Event Starts 7:00 PM Apollo South Open 5:00 PM Doors Open 6:00 PM…
Limestone Sheriff's Rodeo
The Annual Limestone Sheriff's Rodeo MAY 19-20, 2023 Considered the largest outdoor rodeo east of…
Coalfest
Display of coal mining artifacts at the old depot, arts and crafts, flea market, car show, live…
Alabama Jubilee Hot Air Balloon Classic
More than 50 big beautiful hot-air balloons will fill the sky above Decatur, Ala., the last weekend…
Miracle Worker Play
Playwright William Gibson's epic drama, "The Miracle Worker" is performed on the grounds of Ivy…
Barbarian Challenge
June 17, 2023 The Barbarian Challenge takes place once a year, on the 3rd Saturday in June at…
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