Lawson is a city located in Ray County, in the state of Missouri (MO), United States. Nestled in the West North Central division of the Midwest region, it covers an area of 2.8 square miles (7.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 1060 ft. With a population of approximately 2,336 residents, Lawson offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 48.24% males and 51.76% females, and it has a population density of 837.28 people per square mile (323.27/km²). Lawson lies at a latitude of 39.44 and a longitude of -94.21, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (19.2%), followed by English (12.7%), German (21.8%), and Scotch-Irish (2.4%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 64062.