Lamar, AR

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Lamar Overview

1,731
TOTAL POPULATION
805
MALE POPULATION
926
FEMALE POPULATION
86.93
MALES / 100 FEMALES
115.03
FEMALES / 100 MALES
31.0
MEDIAN AGE
3.2
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.7
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$22,196
PER CAPITA INCOME
$51,875
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$41,188
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
41.2%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
58.8¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.51
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
667
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
53.2%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
2.9%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Lamar Zip Codes

Lamar Area Codes

Race in Lamar

The most populous races in Lamar are White / Caucasian (1,549 | 89.5%), Two or more Races (140 | 8.1%), and Hispanic or Latino (75 | 4.3%).
Race in Lamar
Race# Population% Population
Asian20.1%
Black / African American402.3%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino754.3%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian1,54989.5%
Two or more Races1408.1%
Some other Race00.0%
Total1,731100.0%

Ancestry in Lamar

The most populous ancestries reported in Lamar are American (709 | 41.0%), Irish (134 | 7.7%), English (133 | 7.7%), German (116 | 6.7%), and Mexican (56 | 3.2%), together accounting for 66.3% of all Lamar residents.
Ancestry in Lamar
Ancestry# Population% Population
American70941.0%
Bangladeshi140.8%
Blackfeet60.4%
Central American60.4%
Cherokee150.9%
Choctaw30.2%
Cuban130.7%
Danish120.7%
English1337.7%
European321.8%
French171.0%
German1166.7%
Indian (Asian)20.1%
Irish1347.7%
Italian362.1%
Mexican563.2%
Norwegian160.9%
Portuguese100.6%
Salvadoran60.4%
Scotch-Irish30.2%
Scottish60.4%
Swiss120.7%
Ukrainian40.2%
Welsh40.2%
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Immigrants in Lamar

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Lamar came from Central America (18 | 1.0%), Latin America (18 | 1.0%), Mexico (12 | 0.7%), and El Salvador (6 | 0.4%), together accounting for 3.1% of all Lamar residents.
Immigrants in Lamar
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Central America181.0%
El Salvador60.4%
Latin America181.0%
Mexico120.7%
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Sex and Age in Lamar

Sex and Age in Lamar

The most populous age groups in Lamar are 15 to 19 Years (84 | 10.4%) for men and 5 to 9 Years (101 | 10.9%) for women.
Sex and Age in Lamar
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years66 (8.2%)95 (10.3%)
5 to 9 Years70 (8.7%)101 (10.9%)
10 to 14 Years54 (6.7%)67 (7.2%)
15 to 19 Years84 (10.4%)41 (4.4%)
20 to 24 Years74 (9.2%)35 (3.8%)
25 to 29 Years46 (5.7%)90 (9.7%)
30 to 34 Years64 (8.0%)93 (10.0%)
35 to 39 Years52 (6.5%)73 (7.9%)
40 to 44 Years53 (6.6%)47 (5.1%)
45 to 49 Years22 (2.7%)52 (5.6%)
50 to 54 Years33 (4.1%)14 (1.5%)
55 to 59 Years39 (4.8%)40 (4.3%)
60 to 64 Years20 (2.5%)46 (5.0%)
65 to 69 Years25 (3.1%)58 (6.3%)
70 to 74 Years29 (3.6%)35 (3.8%)
75 to 79 Years71 (8.8%)7 (0.8%)
80 to 84 Years0 (0.0%)3 (0.3%)
85 Years and over3 (0.4%)29 (3.1%)
Total805 (100.0%)926 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Lamar

Median Family Size in Lamar

The median family size in Lamar is 3.25 persons per family, with single male/father families (20 | 4.6%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.75 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (87 | 20.0%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.17 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Lamar
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple328 (75.4%)3.24
Single Male/Father20 (4.6%)3.75
Single Female/Mother87 (20.0%)3.17
Total Families435 (100.0%)3.25

Median Household Size in Lamar

The median household size in Lamar is 2.73 persons per household, with single male/father households (20 | 3.2%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.85 persons per household. non-family households (194 | 30.8%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.46 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Lamar
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple328 (52.1%)3.29
Single Male/Father20 (3.2%)3.85
Single Female/Mother87 (13.8%)3.21
Non-family194 (30.8%)1.46
Total Households629 (100.0%)2.73

Household Size by Marriage Status in Lamar

Out of a total of 629 households in Lamar, 435 (69.2%) are family households, while 194 (30.8%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 182, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 153.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Lamar
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-153 (24.3%)
2-Person Households182 (28.9%)28 (4.4%)
3-Person Households91 (14.5%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households99 (15.7%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households28 (4.4%)13 (2.1%)
6-Person Households32 (5.1%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households3 (0.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total435 (69.2%)194 (30.8%)

Female Fertility in Lamar

Fertility by Age in Lamar

Average fertility rate in Lamar is 123.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 197.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 81.1% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Lamar
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years43 (81.1%)197.0
35 to 50 years10 (18.9%)58.0
Total53 (100.0%)123.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Lamar

71.7% of women with births (53) in Lamar are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 34.9% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Lamar
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years28 (65.1%)15 (34.9%)
35 to 50 years10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total38 (71.7%)15 (28.3%)

Fertility by Education in Lamar

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Lamar
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School6 (11.3%)65.0
High School Diploma25 (47.2%)219.0
College or Associate's Degree12 (22.6%)80.0
Bachelor's Degree10 (18.9%)164.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total53 (100.0%)123.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Lamar

28.3% of women with births in Lamar are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 40.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Lamar
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School4 (66.7%)2 (33.3%)
High School Diploma15 (60.0%)10 (40.0%)
College or Associate's Degree9 (75.0%)3 (25.0%)
Bachelor's Degree10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total38 (71.7%)15 (28.3%)

Income in Lamar

Income Overview in Lamar

Per Capita Income in Lamar is $22,196, while median incomes of families and households are $51,875 and $41,188 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income1,731$22,196
Median Family Income435$51,875
Mean Family Income435$71,359
Median Household Income629$41,188
Mean Household Income629$61,434
Income Deficit435$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)1,73141.17%
Wage / Income Gap ($)1,73158.83¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index1,7310.51

Earnings by Sex in Lamar

Average Earnings in Lamar are $33,646, $42,391 for men and $24,938 for women, a difference of 41.2%.
Earnings by Sex in Lamar
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male368 (51.8%)$42,391
Female343 (48.2%)$24,938
Total711 (100.0%)$33,646

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Lamar

The most common earnings brackets in Lamar are $100,000+ for men (57 | 15.5%) and $55,000 to $64,999 for women (36 | 10.5%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Lamar
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less13 (3.5%)22 (6.4%)
$2,500 to $4,9992 (0.5%)9 (2.6%)
$5,000 to $7,4999 (2.5%)31 (9.0%)
$7,500 to $9,99914 (3.8%)32 (9.3%)
$10,000 to $12,4999 (2.5%)7 (2.0%)
$12,500 to $14,99910 (2.7%)2 (0.6%)
$15,000 to $17,4999 (2.5%)19 (5.5%)
$17,500 to $19,99923 (6.2%)30 (8.7%)
$20,000 to $22,4991 (0.3%)0 (0.0%)
$22,500 to $24,99916 (4.3%)20 (5.8%)
$25,000 to $29,99918 (4.9%)29 (8.5%)
$30,000 to $34,9995 (1.4%)32 (9.3%)
$35,000 to $39,99933 (9.0%)23 (6.7%)
$40,000 to $44,99952 (14.1%)11 (3.2%)
$45,000 to $49,99938 (10.3%)8 (2.3%)
$50,000 to $54,9996 (1.6%)10 (2.9%)
$55,000 to $64,99916 (4.3%)36 (10.5%)
$65,000 to $74,99926 (7.1%)6 (1.8%)
$75,000 to $99,99911 (3.0%)6 (1.8%)
$100,000+57 (15.5%)10 (2.9%)
Total368 (100.0%)343 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Lamar

Average earnings in Lamar are $44,440 for men and $25,556 for women, a difference of 42.5%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $74,250, while those with bachelor's degree education earn the least with $42,143. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $63,523, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $8,355.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Lamar
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$43,906$18,365
College or Associate's Degree$63,333$26,053
Bachelor's Degree$42,143$42,955
Graduate Degree$74,250$63,523
Total$44,440$25,556

Family Income in Lamar

Family Income Brackets in Lamar

According to the Lamar family income data, there are 58 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 13.3% of all families. Conversely, the $200,000+ income bracket is the least frequent group with only 28 families (6.4%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Lamar
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0004510.3%
$10,000 to $14,999306.9%
$15,000 to $24,9994911.3%
$25,000 to $34,999399.0%
$35,000 to $49,9995011.5%
$50,000 to $74,9995813.3%
$75,000 to $99,9995011.5%
$100,000 to $149,9995512.6%
$150,000 to $199,999317.1%
$200,000+286.4%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Lamar

3-person families (92 | 21.1%) account for the highest median family income in Lamar with $84,375 per family, while 3-person families (92 | 21.1%) have the highest median income of $28,125 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Lamar
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families189 (43.4%)$31,354
3-Person Families92 (21.1%)$84,375
4-Person Families91 (20.9%)$49,417
5-Person Families31 (7.1%)$72,656
6-Person Families29 (6.7%)$0
7+ Person Families3 (0.7%)$0
Total435 (100.0%)$51,875

Family Income by Number of Earners in Lamar

The median family income in Lamar is $51,875, with families comprising 3+ earners (40) having the highest median family income of $117,500, while families with no earners (100) have the lowest median family income of $17,361, accounting for 9.2% and 23.0% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Lamar
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners100 (23.0%)$17,361
1 Earner131 (30.1%)$36,250
2 Earners164 (37.7%)$82,917
3+ Earners40 (9.2%)$117,500
Total435 (100.0%)$51,875

Household Income in Lamar

Household Income Brackets in Lamar

With 115 households falling in the category, the $15,000 to $24,999 income range is the most frequent in Lamar, accounting for 18.3% of all households. In contrast, only 28 households (4.4%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Lamar
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0007011.1%
$10,000 to $14,9997211.4%
$15,000 to $24,99911518.3%
$25,000 to $34,999457.2%
$35,000 to $49,9996610.5%
$50,000 to $74,9996911.0%
$75,000 to $99,999477.5%
$100,000 to $149,9997511.9%
$150,000 to $199,999426.7%
$200,000+284.5%

Household Income by Householder Age in Lamar

The median household income in Lamar is $41,188, with the highest median household income of $79,375 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 243 households (38.6%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 160 households (25.4%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Lamar
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years41 (6.5%)$48,967
25 to 44 Years243 (38.6%)$79,375
45 to 64 Years160 (25.4%)$0
65+ Years185 (29.4%)$22,625
Total629 (100.0%)$41,188

Poverty in Lamar

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Lamar

With 21.4% poverty level for males and 36.3% for females among the residents of Lamar, 6 to 11 year old males and 12 to 14 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 43 males (55.1%) and 17 females (85.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Lamar
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years19 (28.8%)4 (5.2%)
5 Years6 (37.5%)8 (40.0%)
6 to 11 Years43 (55.1%)71 (65.1%)
12 to 14 Years6 (20.0%)17 (85.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)3 (50.0%)
16 and 17 Years7 (17.9%)23 (65.7%)
18 to 24 Years4 (4.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years14 (12.7%)40 (21.9%)
35 to 44 Years3 (2.9%)37 (30.8%)
45 to 54 Years10 (18.2%)33 (50.0%)
55 to 64 Years22 (37.3%)28 (38.9%)
65 to 74 Years5 (9.3%)39 (41.9%)
75 Years and over33 (44.6%)15 (38.5%)
Total172 (21.4%)318 (36.3%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Lamar

According to the poverty statistics in Lamar, males aged 15 years and females aged 18 to 24 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Lamar
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years47 (71.2%)73 (94.8%)
5 Years10 (62.5%)12 (60.0%)
6 to 11 Years35 (44.9%)38 (34.9%)
12 to 14 Years24 (80.0%)3 (15.0%)
15 Years19 (100.0%)3 (50.0%)
16 and 17 Years32 (82.1%)12 (34.3%)
18 to 24 Years96 (96.0%)35 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years96 (87.3%)143 (78.1%)
35 to 44 Years102 (97.1%)83 (69.2%)
45 to 54 Years45 (81.8%)33 (50.0%)
55 to 64 Years37 (62.7%)44 (61.1%)
65 to 74 Years49 (90.7%)54 (58.1%)
75 Years and over41 (55.4%)24 (61.5%)
Total633 (78.6%)557 (63.7%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Lamar

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Lamar show that 15.2% or 50 of the total 328 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 42.1%, comprising of 16 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 7.0%, which includes 10 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Lamar
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children123 (83.7%)24 (16.3%)
1 or 2 Children133 (93.0%)10 (7.0%)
3 or 4 Children22 (57.9%)16 (42.1%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total278 (84.8%)50 (15.2%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Lamar

According to the poverty data in Lamar, 35.0% or 7 single-father households and 79.3% or 69 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 7 households (38.9%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 25 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Lamar
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children7 (38.9%)44 (86.3%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)25 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total7 (35.0%)69 (79.3%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Lamar

The poverty data for Lamar shows that 50 of the married-couple family households (15.2%) and 76 of the single-parent households (71.0%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 16 households (42.1%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 25 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Lamar
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children24 (16.3%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children10 (7.0%)51 (73.9%)
3 or 4 Children16 (42.1%)25 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total50 (15.2%)76 (71.0%)

Employment Characteristics in Lamar

Employment by Class of Employer in Lamar

Among the 636 employed individuals in Lamar, private company employees (445 | 70.0%), local government employees (67 | 10.5%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (47 | 7.4%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Lamar
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees44570.0%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)71.1%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)477.4%
Not-for-profit Organizations203.1%
Local Government Employees6710.5%
State Government Employees335.2%
Federal Government Employees172.7%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total636100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Lamar

According to the labor force statistics for Lamar, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,253), 53.2% or 667 individuals are in the labor force, with 2.9% or 19 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 35 to 44 years, with 94.7% or 213 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 9.1% or 6 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Lamar
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years15 (15.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years66 (60.6%)6 (9.1%)
25 to 29 Years114 (83.8%)7 (6.1%)
30 to 34 Years124 (79.0%)6 (4.8%)
35 to 44 Years213 (94.7%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years66 (54.5%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years31 (39.2%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years14 (21.2%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years20 (13.6%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over3 (2.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total667 (53.2%)19 (2.9%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Lamar

According to labor force statistics for Lamar, 71.7% of individuals (562) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (784) are in the labor force, with 2.3% or 13 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 86.4% or 172 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with bachelor's degree or higher education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 5.2% or 9 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Lamar
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School67 (48.6%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma167 (69.6%)6 (2.4%)
College / Associate Degree156 (75.4%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher172 (86.4%)10 (5.2%)
Total562 (71.7%)18 (2.3%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Lamar

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Lamar are Community & Social Service (102 | 15.8%), Education Instruction & Library (90 | 13.9%), Business & Financial (21 | 3.3%), Management (20 | 3.1%), and Education, Arts & Media (12 | 1.8%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Lamar

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Lamar, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), and Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Diagnosing & Treating (100.0%), Health Technologists (100.0%), and Education, Arts & Media (66.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Lamar
OccupationMaleFemale
Management17 (85.0%)3 (15.0%)
Business & Financial9 (42.9%)12 (57.1%)
Computers, Engineering & Science11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 38 (37.2%)64 (62.7%)
Education, Arts & Media4 (33.3%)8 (66.7%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library34 (37.8%)56 (62.2%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
Total (Category)75 (45.2%)91 (54.8%)
Total (Overall)333 (51.5%)314 (48.5%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Lamar are Cleaning & Maintenance (30 | 4.6%), Food Preparation & Serving (29 | 4.5%), Healthcare Support (28 | 4.3%), Personal Care & Service (14 | 2.2%), and Security & Protection (7 | 1.1%).
Services Occupations in Lamar

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Lamar, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Law Enforcement (100.0%), and Healthcare Support (67.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (100.0%), Food Preparation & Serving (82.8%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (66.7%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Lamar
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support19 (67.9%)9 (32.1%)
Security & Protection7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving5 (17.2%)24 (82.8%)
Cleaning & Maintenance10 (33.3%)20 (66.7%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)14 (100.0%)
Total (Category)41 (38.0%)67 (62.0%)
Total (Overall)333 (51.5%)314 (48.5%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Lamar are Sales & Related (76 | 11.7%), and Office & Administration (46 | 7.1%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Lamar

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Lamar
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related35 (46.1%)41 (53.9%)
Office & Administration0 (0.0%)46 (100.0%)
Total (Category)35 (28.7%)87 (71.3%)
Total (Overall)333 (51.5%)314 (48.5%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Lamar are Construction & Extraction (47 | 7.3%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (14 | 2.2%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (8 | 1.2%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Lamar

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Lamar
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction47 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair11 (78.6%)3 (21.4%)
Total (Category)66 (95.7%)3 (4.3%)
Total (Overall)333 (51.5%)314 (48.5%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Lamar are Production (87 | 13.5%), Material Moving (66 | 10.2%), and Transportation (29 | 4.5%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Lamar

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Lamar
OccupationMaleFemale
Production45 (51.7%)42 (48.3%)
Transportation29 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving42 (63.6%)24 (36.4%)
Total (Category)116 (63.7%)66 (36.3%)
Total (Overall)333 (51.5%)314 (48.5%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Lamar

Employment Industries in Lamar

The major employment industries in Lamar include Manufacturing (110 | 17.0%), Educational Services (88 | 13.6%), Health Care & Social Assistance (75 | 11.6%), Retail Trade (65 | 10.1%), and Utilities (52 | 8.0%).
Employment Industries in Lamar

Employment Industries by Sex in Lamar

The Lamar industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Construction (100.0%), and Wholesale Trade (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Accommodation & Food Services (87.8%), Public Administration (72.0%), and Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (71.4%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Lamar
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction30 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing44 (40.0%)66 (60.0%)
Wholesale Trade4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade35 (53.8%)30 (46.2%)
Transportation & Warehousing33 (86.8%)5 (13.2%)
Utilities42 (80.8%)10 (19.2%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance11 (68.8%)5 (31.2%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing4 (28.6%)10 (71.4%)
Professional & Scientific6 (60.0%)4 (40.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support27 (73.0%)10 (27.0%)
Educational Services34 (38.6%)54 (61.4%)
Health Care & Social Assistance23 (30.7%)52 (69.3%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services5 (12.2%)36 (87.8%)
Public Administration7 (28.0%)18 (72.0%)
Total333 (51.5%)314 (48.5%)

Education in Lamar

School Enrollment in Lamar

The most common levels of schooling among the 402 students in Lamar are elementary school (122 | 30.3%), high school (100 | 24.9%), and middle school (82 | 20.4%).
School Enrollment in Lamar
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool4411.0%
Kindergarten184.5%
Elementary School12230.3%
Middle School8220.4%
High School10024.9%
College / Undergraduate256.2%
Graduate / Professional112.7%
Total402100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Lamar

Out of a total of 402 students who are enrolled in schools in Lamar, 18 (4.5%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 384 (95.5%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 10 to 14 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 14 (11.6% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 14 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Lamar
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old137 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds107 (88.4%)14 (11.6%)
15 to 17 Year Olds83 (95.4%)4 (4.6%)
18 to 19 Year Olds7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total384 (95.5%)18 (4.5%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Lamar

Education (61 | 25.0%), engineering (42 | 17.2%), business (32 | 13.1%), psychology (30 | 12.3%), and bio, nature & agricultural (22 | 9.0%) are the most common fields of study among 244 individuals in Lamar who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Lamar
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics41.6%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural229.0%
Physical & Health Sciences41.6%
Psychology3012.3%
Social Sciences177.0%
Engineering4217.2%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology177.0%
Business3213.1%
Education6125.0%
Literature & Languages31.2%
Liberal Arts & History52.1%
Visual & Performing Arts72.9%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities00.0%
Total244100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Lamar

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Lamar

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Lamar are males with 3 vehicles (117, accounting for 36.3%) and females with 3 vehicles (91, making up 37.3%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Lamar
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle7 (2.2%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle21 (6.5%)34 (10.8%)
2 Vehicles84 (26.1%)116 (36.9%)
3 Vehicles117 (36.3%)91 (29.0%)
4 Vehicles60 (18.6%)68 (21.7%)
5 or more Vehicles33 (10.2%)5 (1.6%)
Total322 (100.0%)314 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Lamar

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Lamar are 10 to 14 minutes (147 commuters, 24.2%), 15 to 19 minutes (85 commuters, 14.0%), and 5 to 9 minutes (81 commuters, 13.3%).
Commute Time in Lamar
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes508.2%
5 to 9 Minutes8113.3%
10 to 14 Minutes14724.2%
15 to 19 Minutes8514.0%
20 to 24 Minutes6510.7%
25 to 29 Minutes315.1%
30 to 34 Minutes396.4%
35 to 39 Minutes111.8%
40 to 44 Minutes274.4%
45 to 59 Minutes304.9%
60 to 89 Minutes172.8%
90 or more Minutes244.0%

Commute Time by Sex in Lamar

The most common commute times in Lamar are 15 to 19 minutes (57 commuters, 18.1%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (106 commuters, 36.3%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Lamar
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes31 (9.8%)19 (6.5%)
5 to 9 Minutes38 (12.1%)43 (14.7%)
10 to 14 Minutes41 (13.0%)106 (36.3%)
15 to 19 Minutes57 (18.1%)28 (9.6%)
20 to 24 Minutes49 (15.6%)16 (5.5%)
25 to 29 Minutes11 (3.5%)20 (6.9%)
30 to 34 Minutes6 (1.9%)33 (11.3%)
35 to 39 Minutes11 (3.5%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes16 (5.1%)11 (3.8%)
45 to 59 Minutes14 (4.4%)16 (5.5%)
60 to 89 Minutes17 (5.4%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes24 (7.6%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Lamar

The most frequent times of departure to work in Lamar are 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM (60, 19.1%) for males and 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM (58, 19.9%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Lamar
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM39 (12.4%)4 (1.4%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM60 (19.1%)19 (6.5%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM30 (9.5%)13 (4.4%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM20 (6.4%)17 (5.8%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM30 (9.5%)58 (19.9%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM28 (8.9%)46 (15.8%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM4 (1.3%)58 (19.9%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM45 (14.3%)9 (3.1%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM3 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM0 (0.0%)17 (5.8%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM4 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)7 (2.4%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM4 (1.3%)10 (3.4%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM48 (15.2%)34 (11.6%)
Total315 (100.0%)292 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Lamar

Occupancy by Ownership in Lamar

Of the total 629 dwellings in Lamar, owner-occupied units account for 459 (73.0%), while renter-occupied units make up 170 (27.0%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Lamar
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units45973.0%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units17027.0%
Total Occupied Housing Units629100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Lamar

Occupancy by Household Size in Lamar
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household15324.3%
2-Person Household21033.4%
3-Person Household9114.5%
4+ Person Household17527.8%
Total Housing Units629100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Lamar

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Lamar
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household104 (68.0%)49 (32.0%)
2-Person Household138 (65.7%)72 (34.3%)
3-Person Household79 (86.8%)12 (13.2%)
4+ Person Household138 (78.9%)37 (21.1%)
Total Housing Units459 (73.0%)170 (27.0%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Lamar

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Lamar
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School72 (61.5%)45 (38.5%)
High School Diploma183 (70.7%)76 (29.3%)
College/Associate Degree97 (70.8%)40 (29.2%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher107 (92.2%)9 (7.8%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Lamar

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Lamar
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years18128.8%
35 to 44 Years10316.4%
45 to 54 Years7511.9%
55 to 64 Years8513.5%
65 to 74 Years9515.1%
75 to 84 Years589.2%
85 Years and Over325.1%
Total629100.0%

Housing Finances in Lamar

Median Income by Occupancy in Lamar

Median Income by Occupancy in Lamar
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied459 (73.0%)$64,375
Renter-Occupied170 (27.0%)$13,889
Average629 (100.0%)$41,188

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Lamar

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Lamar
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00014 (3.0%)4 (2.4%)
$5,000 to $9,99925 (5.4%)27 (15.9%)
$10,000 to $14,99910 (2.2%)62 (36.5%)
$15,000 to $19,99929 (6.3%)35 (20.6%)
$20,000 to $24,99937 (8.1%)14 (8.2%)
$25,000 to $34,99943 (9.4%)2 (1.2%)
$35,000 to $49,99942 (9.1%)24 (14.1%)
$50,000 to $74,99967 (14.6%)2 (1.2%)
$75,000 to $99,99947 (10.2%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $149,99975 (16.3%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more70 (15.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total459 (100.0%)170 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Lamar

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Lamar
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30039 (8.5%)30 (17.6%)
$300 to $499100 (21.8%)40 (23.5%)
$500 to $79992 (20.0%)37 (21.8%)
$800 to $99992 (20.0%)53 (31.2%)
$1,000 to $1,49995 (20.7%)8 (4.7%)
$1,500 to $1,99918 (3.9%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,49917 (3.7%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more6 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total459 (100.0%)170 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Lamar

Housing Structures in Lamar

Housing Structures in Lamar
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached49779.0%
Single Unit, Attached30.5%
2 Unit Apartments30.5%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments8112.9%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments152.4%
Mobile Home / Other304.8%
Total629100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Lamar

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Lamar
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached443 (89.1%)54 (10.9%)
Single Unit, Attached3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)81 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)15 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other13 (43.3%)17 (56.7%)
Total459 (73.0%)170 (27.0%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Lamar

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Lamar
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms8 (1.7%)52 (30.6%)
4 or 5 Rooms209 (45.5%)115 (67.6%)
6 or 7 Rooms176 (38.3%)0 (0.0%)
8 or more Rooms66 (14.4%)3 (1.8%)
Total459 (100.0%)170 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Lamar

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Lamar
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas161 (35.1%)15 (8.8%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas3 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity261 (56.9%)155 (91.2%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels31 (6.8%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used3 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total459 (100.0%)170 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Lamar

Household Vehicle Usage in Lamar
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle10 (2.2%)7 (4.1%)
1 Vehicle85 (18.5%)135 (79.4%)
2 Vehicles162 (35.3%)28 (16.5%)
3 or more Vehicles202 (44.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total459 (100.0%)170 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Lamar

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Lamar

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units162297
Median Property Value$127,300$130,000
Median Household Income$30,625$51
Monthly Housing Costs$348$6
Real Estate Taxes$523$16

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Lamar

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Lamar
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,0007 (4.3%)10 (3.4%)
$50,000 to $99,99958 (35.8%)85 (28.6%)
$100,000 to $299,99993 (57.4%)157 (52.9%)
$300,000 to $499,9994 (2.5%)30 (10.1%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)6 (2.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)9 (3.0%)
Total162 (100.0%)297 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Lamar

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Lamar
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00012 (7.4%)14 (4.7%)
$10,000 to $24,99966 (40.7%)27 (9.1%)
$25,000 to $34,99912 (7.4%)10 (3.4%)
$35,000 to $49,9993 (1.8%)31 (10.4%)
$50,000 to $74,99915 (9.3%)39 (13.1%)
$75,000 to $99,99917 (10.5%)52 (17.5%)
$100,000 to $149,99918 (11.1%)30 (10.1%)
$150,000 or more19 (11.7%)57 (19.2%)
Total162 (100.0%)297 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Lamar

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Lamar
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x51 (31.5%)73,859 (24,868.4%)
2.0x to 2.9x25 (15.4%)158 (53.2%)
3.0x to 3.9x22 (13.6%)52 (17.5%)
4.0x or more64 (39.5%)29 (9.8%)
Total162 (100.0%)297 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Lamar

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Lamar
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800113 (69.8%)10 (3.4%)
$800 to $1,49918 (11.1%)139 (46.8%)
$800 to $1,49922 (13.6%)111 (37.4%)
Total162 (100.0%)297 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Lamar

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Lamar

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Lamar
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years197 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years362 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years92 (61.7%)57 (38.3%)
26 to 34 Years234 (86.0%)38 (14.0%)
35 to 44 Years205 (91.1%)20 (8.9%)
45 to 54 Years94 (77.7%)27 (22.3%)
55 to 64 Years131 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years147 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older113 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,575 (91.7%)142 (8.3%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Lamar

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Lamar
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born197 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen362 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen92 (61.7%)57 (38.3%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Lamar

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Lamar
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000412 (93.6%)28 (6.4%)
$25,000 to $49,999394 (84.2%)74 (15.8%)
$50,000 to $74,999199 (86.9%)30 (13.1%)
$75,000 to $99,999134 (99.3%)1 (0.7%)
$100,000 and over436 (98.0%)9 (2.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Lamar

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Lamar
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6166 (84.3%)51 (25.9%)
6 to 18 Years292 (80.7%)87 (24.0%)
19 to 25 Years15 (10.1%)77 (51.7%)
25 to 34 Years73 (26.8%)180 (66.2%)
35 to 44 Years74 (32.9%)145 (64.4%)
45 to 54 Years47 (38.8%)55 (45.5%)
55 to 64 Years68 (51.9%)78 (59.5%)
65 to 74 Years147 (100.0%)64 (43.5%)
75 Years and over113 (100.0%)17 (15.0%)
Total995 (58.0%)754 (43.9%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Lamar

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Lamar
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years16 (8.8%)18 (8.6%)
18 to 34 Years16 (7.6%)15 (6.9%)
35 to 64 Years52 (23.7%)80 (31.0%)
65 to 74 Years11 (20.4%)25 (26.9%)
75 Years and over19 (25.7%)36 (92.3%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Lamar

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Lamar: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)4 (1.9%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)6 (2.8%)
35 to 64 Years11 (5.0%)14 (5.4%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over17 (23.0%)15 (38.5%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Lamar: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years8 (3.8%)2 (0.9%)
35 to 64 Years11 (5.0%)14 (5.4%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over11 (14.9%)12 (30.8%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Lamar: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years16 (8.8%)14 (6.7%)
18 to 34 Years16 (7.6%)7 (3.2%)
35 to 64 Years7 (3.2%)47 (18.2%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)19 (20.4%)
75 Years and over5 (6.8%)12 (30.8%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Lamar: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years34 (15.5%)41 (15.9%)
65 to 74 Years11 (20.4%)25 (26.9%)
75 Years and over8 (10.8%)31 (79.5%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Lamar: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years18 (8.2%)2 (0.8%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)3 (3.2%)
75 Years and over8 (10.8%)10 (25.6%)

Technology Access in Lamar

Computing Device Access in Lamar

Computing Device Access in Lamar
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop40464.2%
Smartphone52583.5%
Tablet24338.6%
No Computing Device8413.4%
Total629100.0%

Internet Access in Lamar

Internet Access in Lamar
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home38461.1%
Cellular Data Only538.4%
Satellite Internet325.1%
No Internet15925.3%
Total629100.0%

Lamar Summary

Lamar, Arkansas is a small town located in Johnson County in the northwest corner of the state. It is situated on the banks of the Arkansas River and is surrounded by the Ozark Mountains. The town was founded in 1883 and has a population of approximately 1,000 people.

Geography

Lamar is located in the northwest corner of Arkansas, in Johnson County. It is situated on the banks of the Arkansas River and is surrounded by the Ozark Mountains. The town is located at an elevation of 845 feet above sea level. The climate in Lamar is humid subtropical, with hot summers and mild winters. The average annual temperature is around 64 degrees Fahrenheit.

Economy

Lamar’s economy is largely based on agriculture and tourism. The town is home to several farms, which produce a variety of crops, including corn, soybeans, wheat, and hay. The town also has a number of small businesses, including restaurants, stores, and a few manufacturing plants. Tourism is also an important part of the local economy, as the town is located near several popular attractions, such as the Ozark National Forest and the Buffalo National River.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, Lamar had a population of 1,000 people. The racial makeup of the town was 97.2% White, 0.7% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, and 1.5% from other races. The median household income was $30,000, and the median family income was $35,000. The per capita income was $14,000.

History

Lamar was founded in 1883 by a group of settlers from Missouri. The town was named after Lucius Quintus Cincinnatus Lamar, a former United States Senator from Mississippi. The town was incorporated in 1887 and quickly grew to become an important trading center in the region. In the early 1900s, the town was home to several sawmills, gristmills, and cotton gins.
In the late 20th century, Lamar began to experience a decline in population as many of its residents moved away in search of better economic opportunities. However, the town has seen a resurgence in recent years, as more people have moved to the area in search of a quieter, more rural lifestyle.

Conclusion

Lamar, Arkansas is a small town located in Johnson County in the northwest corner of the state. It is situated on the banks of the Arkansas River and is surrounded by the Ozark Mountains. The town was founded in 1883 and has a population of approximately 1,000 people. The economy of Lamar is largely based on agriculture and tourism, and the town is home to several small businesses. The racial makeup of the town is predominantly White, with a small percentage of African American, Native American, Asian, and Pacific Islander residents. Lamar has experienced a resurgence in recent years, as more people have moved to the area in search of a quieter, more rural lifestyle.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Lamar?
Total Population of Lamar is 1,731.
What is the Total Male Population of Lamar?
Total Male Population of Lamar is 805.
What is the Total Female Population of Lamar?
Total Female Population of Lamar is 926.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Lamar?
There are 86.93 Males per 100 Females in Lamar.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Lamar?
There are 115.03 Females per 100 Males in Lamar.
What is the Median Population Age in Lamar?
Median Population Age in Lamar is 31.0 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Lamar
Average Family Size in Lamar is 3.2 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Lamar
Average Household Size in Lamar is 2.7 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Lamar?
Per Capita income in Lamar is $22,196.
What is the Median Family Income in Lamar?
Median Family Income in Lamar is $51,875.
What is the Median Household income in Lamar?
Median Household Income in Lamar is $41,188.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Lamar?
Income or Wage Gap in Lamar is 41.2%.
Women in Lamar earn 58.8 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Lamar?
Inequality or Gini Index in Lamar is 0.51.
How Large is the Labor Force in Lamar?
There are 667 People in the Labor Forcein in Lamar.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Lamar?
53.2% of People are in the Labor Force in Lamar.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Lamar?
Unemployment Rate in Lamar is 2.9%.