Lawrence County, Pennsylvania!

Located just 45 minutes north of Pittsburgh International Airport, Lawrence County offers proximity to big city amenities while maintaining small town attributes, low costs, and a climate where you – the RESIDENT, BUSINESS and VISITOR matter!

EXCELLENT HIGHWAY ACCESS

Direct access to Interstates 80, 79, 76
and 376.
Within an 8 hour drive to New York City, Chicago and Washington DC.

COMPETITIVE REAL ESTATE COSTS

Housing and land are affordably priced.
Traditional "walkable" neighborhoods preserve the best of our past while welcoming future generations.
Industrial land sites are "shovel-ready" with utilities available.

EXPERIENCED WORK FORCE

A total labor force of over 450,000 live within a 30-mile radius.
The average travel time to work is only 21.3 minutes.

SUPPORTIVE GOVERNMENT

The County Commissioners are committed to embracing the concept of regionalism to enhance opportunities for our citizens.

UNIQUE VISITORS’ OPPORTUNITY

Lawrence County boasts the third largest Old Order Amish community in the nation.
Our numerous waterways and golf courses support your outdoor lifestyle— hiking, cycling, boating, golfing and more.
LAWRENCE COUNTY IS THE FIREWORKS CAPITAL OF AMERICA!

TRAVEL & TOURISM

What to do
What to see
Where to stay

CHAMBERS OF COMMERCE

Schools
Housing
Communication
Business Networking
Advocacy

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

Site Selection
Industrial Development
Real Estate Development
Business Finance
Incentives
Entrepreneurial Assistance
Government Programs

LOCAL GOVERNMENT

Voter Registration
Planning
Public Safety
Veterans’ Office
Courts and Judges
Assessment

KEY STATS:

Population (2006)
91,795
(Center for Rural Pennsylvania)
Land Area
360 square miles
(Center for Rural Pennsylvania)
Largest Municipality
New Castle - population (2003) 25,335
(US Census Bureau)

TOP PRIVATE EMPLOYERS:

Jameson Health System, Inc. - 1,300
Liberty Mutual - 700
Westminster College - 385
Ellwood Group - 350
ESB Bank - 250
Dairy Farmers of America - 200

This is such an exciting time for Lawrence County. BC3 is positioned as an educational partner to help the County and its residents in any way.

Dr. Nicholas C. Neupauer,
President of Butler County Community College

We read in a guide that there are Amish near New Castle and we wanted to see them.

Juan Antonio and Begoña Ruiz-Hernandez,
Madrid, Spain

Lawrence County is uniquely poised to offer all the resources you could want or need professionally and personally - quaint country charm, big city culture and a quality workforce that allows our organization to provide first class health care, here at home.

Doug Danko,
Chief Operating Officer of Jameson Health System

Visitors from all over the world stay at Jacqueline House Bed & Breakfast, diverse and interesting people, many with roots formed in Lawrence County. We are fortunate to hear amazing life stories and see how their extraordinary talents and skills have benefited others.

Ida Felix,
Jacqueline House Bed & Breakfast

Why locate in Lawrence County and not in Pittsburgh, Cleveland or Wheeling: free parking, beautiful drive and setting, workforce with a great work ethic, safe site for employees.

Georgia Berner,
President and CEO, Berner International

National and international visitors to Lawrence County enjoy a wide range of cultural and recreational attractions, from art and history to rappelling and kayaking. There’s something to interest everyone here.

JoAnn McBride,
Executive Director, Lawrence County Tourist Promotion Agency

I love living and working in Lawrence County - great people, affordable prices and admission is free!

Dave Copper

Lawrence County - our location is your advantage! Seventy percent of the US population is within one day’s drive of Lawrence County. An abundant, well-trained and low-cost workforce awaits your business. Come see what Lawrence County offers.

Linda D. Nitch,
Executive Director
Lawrence County Economic Development Corporation


Plan your trip Local Radar Detailed Forecast

724-658-1488
info@lawrencecounty.com