Lawtey, Florida
City · Population 682 · #355 in Florida
About Lawtey
Set in the northern part of Florida, Lawtey is a tiny community, home to 682 residents as of the latest Census estimates.
Officially, Lawtey is an incorporated city with its own municipal government. The community covers 1.51 square miles, giving it wide-open spaces and a spread-out, rural feel at roughly 452 residents per square mile.
📰 Lawtey News Today
- Ronald G. Altman Obituary (2026) - Lawtey, FL - A Direct Cremation - Gainesville Legacy obituary · Aug 6
- Bradford County Fire Rescue contain brush fire near Lawtey WCJB · Mar 14
- Lawtey-Correctional-Institution, 22298-NE-CR-200B,-Lawtey,-FL Weather Forecast | MSN Weather MSN · Mar 18
- Mrs. Gloria Crawford Shuford age 88 of Lawtey Obituary | 1938 - 2026 | Starke, FL Tribute Archive · Mar 22
- Mike Jack Hinman Legacy obituary · Jul 29
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What Makes Lawtey Unique
- The only place in America named Lawtey — a truly one-of-a-kind name among 32,000+ US communities.
- Positioned in northern Florida, convenient to the region's corridors and crossings.
- Part of the fabric of Florida — one of 956 recognized communities statewide.
Why People Love It Here
- A tight community feel that bigger cities can't replicate.
- Housing dollars stretch further here than in the nearest metro.
- Well connected: 3+ neighboring communities within 11 miles.
🏞️ Parks & Outdoors in Lawtey
- FANG Recreation Area reviews ★
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🏫 Schools in Lawtey
- LAWTEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Public schools, U.S. Dept. of Education (NCES) 2023–24 directory.
⚡ Quick Facts
StateFlorida
TypeCity
Population (2024)682
Rank in state#355 of 411
Land area1.51 sq mi
Density452/sq mi
Coordinates30.0484, -82.0725