Lamar, SC

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Lamar Overview

1,217
TOTAL POPULATION
557
MALE POPULATION
660
FEMALE POPULATION
84.39
MALES / 100 FEMALES
118.49
FEMALES / 100 MALES
35.7
MEDIAN AGE
3.3
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$29,392
PER CAPITA INCOME
$67,237
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$40,489
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
26.0%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
74.0¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.55
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
557
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
58.8%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
1.8%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Lamar Zip Codes

Lamar Area Codes

Race in Lamar

The most populous races in Lamar are White / Caucasian (769 | 63.2%), Black / African American (448 | 36.8%), and Hispanic or Latino (8 | 0.7%).
Race in Lamar
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American44836.8%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino80.7%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian76963.2%
Two or more Races00.0%
Some other Race00.0%
Total1,217100.0%

Ancestry in Lamar

The most populous ancestries reported in Lamar are Irish (119 | 9.8%), German (95 | 7.8%), American (35 | 2.9%), English (30 | 2.5%), and Polish (25 | 2.1%), together accounting for 25.0% of all Lamar residents.
Ancestry in Lamar
Ancestry# Population% Population
American352.9%
English302.5%
European40.3%
French171.4%
German957.8%
Irish1199.8%
Mexican30.3%
Norwegian70.6%
Polish252.1%
Scotch-Irish141.1%
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Immigrants in Lamar

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Lamar came from Austria (2 | 0.2%), Europe (2 | 0.2%), and Western Europe (2 | 0.2%), together accounting for 0.5% of all Lamar residents.
Immigrants in Lamar
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Austria20.2%
Europe20.2%
Western Europe20.2%
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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 (61 | 11.0%) for men and 15 to 19 Years (106 | 16.1%) for women.
Sex and Age in Lamar
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years37 (6.6%)4 (0.6%)
5 to 9 Years31 (5.6%)47 (7.1%)
10 to 14 Years40 (7.2%)69 (10.4%)
15 to 19 Years61 (11.0%)106 (16.1%)
20 to 24 Years36 (6.5%)16 (2.4%)
25 to 29 Years44 (7.9%)25 (3.8%)
30 to 34 Years37 (6.6%)23 (3.5%)
35 to 39 Years38 (6.8%)32 (4.9%)
40 to 44 Years10 (1.8%)17 (2.6%)
45 to 49 Years19 (3.4%)99 (15.0%)
50 to 54 Years27 (4.9%)60 (9.1%)
55 to 59 Years7 (1.3%)16 (2.4%)
60 to 64 Years55 (9.9%)35 (5.3%)
65 to 69 Years50 (9.0%)46 (7.0%)
70 to 74 Years33 (5.9%)27 (4.1%)
75 to 79 Years19 (3.4%)11 (1.7%)
80 to 84 Years4 (0.7%)17 (2.6%)
85 Years and over9 (1.6%)10 (1.5%)
Total557 (100.0%)660 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Lamar

Median Family Size in Lamar

The median family size in Lamar is 3.28 persons per family, with married-couple families (212 | 69.3%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.63 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (67 | 21.9%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.34 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Lamar
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple212 (69.3%)3.63
Single Male/Father27 (8.8%)2.89
Single Female/Mother67 (21.9%)2.34
Total Families306 (100.0%)3.28

Median Household Size in Lamar

The median household size in Lamar is 2.51 persons per household, with married-couple households (212 | 43.7%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.63 persons per household. non-family households (179 | 36.9%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.06 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Lamar
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple212 (43.7%)3.63
Single Male/Father27 (5.6%)3.19
Single Female/Mother67 (13.8%)2.57
Non-family179 (36.9%)1.06
Total Households485 (100.0%)2.51

Household Size by Marriage Status in Lamar

Out of a total of 485 households in Lamar, 306 (63.1%) are family households, while 179 (36.9%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 4-person households, comprising 101, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 167.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Lamar
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-167 (34.4%)
2-Person Households98 (20.2%)12 (2.5%)
3-Person Households38 (7.8%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households101 (20.8%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households6 (1.2%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households63 (13.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total306 (63.1%)179 (36.9%)

Female Fertility in Lamar

Fertility by Age in Lamar

Female Fertility by Age in Lamar
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Lamar

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Lamar
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Lamar

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Lamar
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Lamar

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Lamar
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Lamar

Income Overview in Lamar

Per Capita Income in Lamar is $29,392, while median incomes of families and households are $67,237 and $40,489 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income1,217$29,392
Median Family Income306$67,237
Mean Family Income306$110,845
Median Household Income485$40,489
Mean Household Income485$81,431
Income Deficit306$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)1,21726.02%
Wage / Income Gap ($)1,21773.98¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index1,2170.55

Earnings by Sex in Lamar

Average Earnings in Lamar are $27,406, $26,308 for men and $35,563 for women, a difference of 26.0%.
Earnings by Sex in Lamar
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male261 (46.4%)$26,308
Female301 (53.6%)$35,563
Total562 (100.0%)$27,406

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Lamar

The most common earnings brackets in Lamar are $5,000 to $7,499 for men (43 | 16.5%) and $100,000+ for women (67 | 22.3%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Lamar
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less6 (2.3%)3 (1.0%)
$2,500 to $4,9990 (0.0%)10 (3.3%)
$5,000 to $7,49943 (16.5%)4 (1.3%)
$7,500 to $9,9994 (1.5%)9 (3.0%)
$10,000 to $12,49921 (8.1%)46 (15.3%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)15 (5.0%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$17,500 to $19,99911 (4.2%)19 (6.3%)
$20,000 to $22,49923 (8.8%)10 (3.3%)
$22,500 to $24,9990 (0.0%)6 (2.0%)
$25,000 to $29,99943 (16.5%)10 (3.3%)
$30,000 to $34,99912 (4.6%)14 (4.6%)
$35,000 to $39,9994 (1.5%)23 (7.6%)
$40,000 to $44,9990 (0.0%)8 (2.7%)
$45,000 to $49,9993 (1.1%)6 (2.0%)
$50,000 to $54,9990 (0.0%)28 (9.3%)
$55,000 to $64,9999 (3.5%)9 (3.0%)
$65,000 to $74,99936 (13.8%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99915 (5.8%)14 (4.6%)
$100,000+31 (11.9%)67 (22.3%)
Total261 (100.0%)301 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Lamar

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Lamar
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma--
College or Associate's Degree--
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total--

Family Income in Lamar

Family Income Brackets in Lamar

According to the Lamar family income data, there are 66 families falling into the $200,000+ income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 21.6% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Lamar
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,999309.8%
$15,000 to $24,9993912.7%
$25,000 to $34,99962.0%
$35,000 to $49,9994414.4%
$50,000 to $74,9995116.7%
$75,000 to $99,9994113.4%
$100,000 to $149,999196.2%
$150,000 to $199,999103.3%
$200,000+6621.6%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Lamar

4-person families (81 | 26.5%) account for the highest median family income in Lamar with $250,001 per family, while 4-person families (81 | 26.5%) have the highest median income of $62,500 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Lamar
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families103 (33.7%)$73,875
3-Person Families53 (17.3%)$0
4-Person Families81 (26.5%)$250,001
5-Person Families6 (2.0%)$0
6-Person Families63 (20.6%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total306 (100.0%)$67,237

Family Income by Number of Earners in Lamar

Family Income by Number of Earners in Lamar
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners34 (11.1%)$0
1 Earner66 (21.6%)$66,071
2 Earners195 (63.7%)$0
3+ Earners11 (3.6%)$95,750
Total306 (100.0%)$67,237

Household Income in Lamar

Household Income Brackets in Lamar

With 73 households falling in the category, the $35,000 to $49,999 income range is the most frequent in Lamar, accounting for 15.0% of all households. In contrast, only 10 households (2.1%) fall into the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Lamar
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000122.5%
$10,000 to $14,9996613.6%
$15,000 to $24,9996212.8%
$25,000 to $34,9995912.2%
$35,000 to $49,9997315.1%
$50,000 to $74,9996713.8%
$75,000 to $99,9995110.5%
$100,000 to $149,999193.9%
$150,000 to $199,999102.1%
$200,000+6613.6%

Household Income by Householder Age in Lamar

The median household income in Lamar is $40,489, with the highest median household income of $75,833 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 198 households (40.8%) fall into this category.
Household Income by Householder Age in Lamar
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)$0
25 to 44 Years108 (22.3%)$0
45 to 64 Years198 (40.8%)$75,833
65+ Years179 (36.9%)$31,406
Total485 (100.0%)$40,489

Poverty in Lamar

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Lamar

With 28.4% poverty level for males and 25.5% for females among the residents of Lamar, under 5 year old males and 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 28 males (75.7%) and 27 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Lamar
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years28 (75.7%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)27 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years10 (25.6%)65 (84.4%)
12 to 14 Years14 (43.8%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years15 (39.5%)4 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)4 (6.7%)
25 to 34 Years39 (48.1%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years15 (31.2%)25 (51.0%)
45 to 54 Years16 (34.8%)15 (9.4%)
55 to 64 Years4 (6.5%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years12 (14.5%)18 (24.7%)
75 Years and over5 (15.6%)10 (26.3%)
Total158 (28.4%)168 (25.5%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Lamar

According to the poverty statistics in Lamar, males aged 16 and 17 years and females aged under 5 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 Years9 (24.3%)4 (100.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years29 (74.4%)12 (15.6%)
12 to 14 Years18 (56.2%)12 (100.0%)
15 Years23 (60.5%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years16 (100.0%)58 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years43 (100.0%)56 (93.3%)
25 to 34 Years42 (51.8%)48 (100.0%)
35 to 44 Years33 (68.8%)24 (49.0%)
45 to 54 Years30 (65.2%)144 (90.6%)
55 to 64 Years58 (93.5%)51 (100.0%)
65 to 74 Years71 (85.5%)55 (75.3%)
75 Years and over27 (84.4%)28 (73.7%)
Total399 (71.6%)492 (74.6%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Lamar

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Lamar show that 20.7% or 44 of the total 212 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 67.2%, comprising of 39 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Lamar
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children45 (90.0%)5 (10.0%)
1 or 2 Children104 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children19 (32.8%)39 (67.2%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total168 (79.2%)44 (20.7%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Lamar

According to the poverty data in Lamar, 37.0% or 10 single-father households and 22.4% or 15 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 10 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 15 households (75.0%) 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 Children10 (100.0%)15 (75.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total10 (37.0%)15 (22.4%)

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

The poverty data for Lamar shows that 44 of the married-couple family households (20.7%) and 25 of the single-parent households (26.6%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 39 households (67.2%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 25 household (83.3%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Lamar
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children5 (10.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)25 (83.3%)
3 or 4 Children39 (67.2%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total44 (20.7%)25 (26.6%)

Employment Characteristics in Lamar

Employment by Class of Employer in Lamar

Among the 547 employed individuals in Lamar, private company employees (396 | 72.4%), state government employees (66 | 12.1%), and local government employees (37 | 6.8%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Lamar
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees39672.4%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)152.7%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)142.6%
Not-for-profit Organizations81.5%
Local Government Employees376.8%
State Government Employees6612.1%
Federal Government Employees112.0%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total547100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Lamar

According to the labor force statistics for Lamar, out of the total population over 16 years of age (947), 58.8% or 557 individuals are in the labor force, with 1.8% or 10 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 100.0% or 52 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 13.3% or 4 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Lamar
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years30 (24.0%)4 (13.3%)
20 to 24 Years52 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years56 (81.2%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years60 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years70 (72.2%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years170 (82.9%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years20 (87.0%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years66 (73.3%)6 (9.1%)
65 to 74 Years26 (16.7%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over7 (10.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total557 (58.8%)10 (1.8%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Lamar

According to labor force statistics for Lamar, 81.3% of individuals (442) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (544) are in the labor force, with 1.4% or 6 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of college / associate degree, with 87.3% or 179 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 6.7% or 6 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Lamar
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School14 (37.8%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma89 (79.5%)8 (6.7%)
College / Associate Degree179 (87.3%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher160 (84.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total442 (81.3%)8 (1.4%)

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 (33 | 6.0%), Education Instruction & Library (33 | 6.0%), Management (25 | 4.6%), Computers, Engineering & Science (14 | 2.6%), and Computers & Mathematics (14 | 2.6%).
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 Health Technologists (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Business & Financial (100.0%), Management (92.0%), and Community & Social Service (78.8%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Lamar
OccupationMaleFemale
Management2 (8.0%)23 (92.0%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)10 (100.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 7 (21.2%)26 (78.8%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library7 (21.2%)26 (78.8%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating5 (50.0%)5 (50.0%)
Health Technologists4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)28 (30.4%)64 (69.6%)
Total (Overall)253 (46.3%)294 (53.7%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Lamar are Cleaning & Maintenance (24 | 4.4%), Healthcare Support (14 | 2.6%), Security & Protection (8 | 1.5%), Firefighting & Prevention (8 | 1.5%), and Food Preparation & Serving (5 | 0.9%).
Services Occupations in Lamar

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Lamar, the most male-oriented occupations are Food Preparation & Serving (60.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (37.5%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Security & Protection (100.0%), and Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Lamar
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)14 (100.0%)
Security & Protection0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving3 (60.0%)2 (40.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance9 (37.5%)15 (62.5%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Total (Category)12 (22.6%)41 (77.4%)
Total (Overall)253 (46.3%)294 (53.7%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Lamar are Sales & Related (159 | 29.1%), and Office & Administration (57 | 10.4%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Lamar

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Lamar
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related70 (44.0%)89 (56.0%)
Office & Administration5 (8.8%)52 (91.2%)
Total (Category)75 (34.7%)141 (65.3%)
Total (Overall)253 (46.3%)294 (53.7%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Lamar are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (30 | 5.5%), and Construction & Extraction (5 | 0.9%).
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 & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair30 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)35 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)253 (46.3%)294 (53.7%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Lamar are Transportation (57 | 10.4%), Material Moving (53 | 9.7%), and Production (41 | 7.5%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Lamar

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Lamar
OccupationMaleFemale
Production36 (87.8%)5 (12.2%)
Transportation44 (77.2%)13 (22.8%)
Material Moving23 (43.4%)30 (56.6%)
Total (Category)103 (68.2%)48 (31.8%)
Total (Overall)253 (46.3%)294 (53.7%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Lamar

Employment Industries in Lamar

The major employment industries in Lamar include Retail Trade (128 | 23.4%), Finance & Insurance (86 | 15.7%), Manufacturing (58 | 10.6%), Educational Services (57 | 10.4%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (50 | 9.1%).
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 Manufacturing (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Finance & Insurance (100.0%), Professional & Scientific (100.0%), and Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Lamar
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction36 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing58 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Wholesale Trade11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade55 (43.0%)73 (57.0%)
Transportation & Warehousing6 (26.1%)17 (73.9%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)86 (100.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services21 (36.8%)36 (63.2%)
Health Care & Social Assistance13 (26.0%)37 (74.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services42 (95.5%)2 (4.5%)
Public Administration5 (22.7%)17 (77.3%)
Total253 (46.3%)294 (53.7%)

Education in Lamar

School Enrollment in Lamar

The most common levels of schooling among the 309 students in Lamar are high school (157 | 50.8%), middle school (55 | 17.8%), and elementary school (45 | 14.6%).
School Enrollment in Lamar
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool41.3%
Kindergarten278.7%
Elementary School4514.6%
Middle School5517.8%
High School15750.8%
College / Undergraduate185.8%
Graduate / Professional31.0%
Total309100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Lamar

Out of a total of 309 students who are enrolled in schools in Lamar, 98 (31.7%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 211 (68.3%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 4 (100.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 5 to 9 year old has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 69 (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 Olds0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old69 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds58 (95.1%)3 (4.9%)
15 to 17 Year Olds63 (54.3%)53 (45.7%)
18 to 19 Year Olds0 (0.0%)38 (100.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total211 (68.3%)98 (31.7%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Lamar

Bio, nature & agricultural (70 | 33.2%), business (44 | 20.8%), arts & humanities (23 | 10.9%), education (17 | 8.1%), and social sciences (15 | 7.1%) are the most common fields of study among 211 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 & Mathematics83.8%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural7033.2%
Physical & Health Sciences83.8%
Psychology136.2%
Social Sciences157.1%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology52.4%
Business4420.8%
Education178.1%
Literature & Languages62.8%
Liberal Arts & History20.9%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities2310.9%
Total211100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Lamar

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Lamar

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Lamar are males with 2 vehicles (88, accounting for 34.8%) and females with 2 vehicles (76, making up 29.9%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Lamar
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle4 (1.6%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle11 (4.3%)59 (20.1%)
2 Vehicles88 (34.8%)76 (25.9%)
3 Vehicles61 (24.1%)106 (36.0%)
4 Vehicles75 (29.6%)53 (18.0%)
5 or more Vehicles14 (5.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total253 (100.0%)294 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Lamar

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Lamar are 20 to 24 minutes (116 commuters, 25.2%), 30 to 34 minutes (102 commuters, 22.2%), and 40 to 44 minutes (79 commuters, 17.2%).
Commute Time in Lamar
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes71.5%
5 to 9 Minutes173.7%
10 to 14 Minutes316.7%
15 to 19 Minutes4710.2%
20 to 24 Minutes11625.2%
25 to 29 Minutes204.3%
30 to 34 Minutes10222.2%
35 to 39 Minutes71.5%
40 to 44 Minutes7917.2%
45 to 59 Minutes265.7%
60 to 89 Minutes61.3%
90 or more Minutes20.4%

Commute Time by Sex in Lamar

The most common commute times in Lamar are 20 to 24 minutes (71 commuters, 28.1%) for males and 30 to 34 minutes (62 commuters, 29.9%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Lamar
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes1 (0.4%)6 (2.9%)
5 to 9 Minutes13 (5.1%)4 (1.9%)
10 to 14 Minutes21 (8.3%)10 (4.8%)
15 to 19 Minutes24 (9.5%)23 (11.1%)
20 to 24 Minutes71 (28.1%)45 (21.7%)
25 to 29 Minutes4 (1.6%)16 (7.7%)
30 to 34 Minutes40 (15.8%)62 (29.9%)
35 to 39 Minutes7 (2.8%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes58 (22.9%)21 (10.1%)
45 to 59 Minutes12 (4.7%)14 (6.8%)
60 to 89 Minutes0 (0.0%)6 (2.9%)
90 or more Minutes2 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Lamar

The most frequent times of departure to work in Lamar are 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (59, 23.3%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (49, 23.7%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Lamar
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM39 (15.4%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM0 (0.0%)38 (18.4%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM59 (23.3%)19 (9.2%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM30 (11.9%)7 (3.4%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM32 (12.7%)49 (23.7%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM18 (7.1%)19 (9.2%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM5 (2.0%)43 (20.8%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM32 (12.7%)9 (4.3%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM0 (0.0%)8 (3.9%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM38 (15.0%)15 (7.2%)
Total253 (100.0%)207 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Lamar

Occupancy by Ownership in Lamar

Of the total 485 dwellings in Lamar, owner-occupied units account for 393 (81.0%), while renter-occupied units make up 92 (19.0%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Lamar
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units39381.0%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units9219.0%
Total Occupied Housing Units485100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Lamar

Occupancy by Household Size in Lamar
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household16734.4%
2-Person Household11022.7%
3-Person Household387.8%
4+ Person Household17035.0%
Total Housing Units485100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Lamar

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Lamar
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household117 (70.1%)50 (29.9%)
2-Person Household81 (73.6%)29 (26.4%)
3-Person Household38 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
4+ Person Household157 (92.3%)13 (7.6%)
Total Housing Units393 (81.0%)92 (19.0%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Lamar

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Lamar
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School49 (74.2%)17 (25.8%)
High School Diploma87 (87.9%)12 (12.1%)
College/Associate Degree104 (63.0%)61 (37.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher153 (98.7%)2 (1.3%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Lamar

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Lamar
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years7916.3%
35 to 44 Years296.0%
45 to 54 Years15632.2%
55 to 64 Years428.7%
65 to 74 Years13227.2%
75 to 84 Years285.8%
85 Years and Over193.9%
Total485100.0%

Housing Finances in Lamar

Median Income by Occupancy in Lamar

Median Income by Occupancy in Lamar
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied393 (81.0%)$41,012
Renter-Occupied92 (19.0%)$0
Average485 (100.0%)$40,489

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Lamar

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Lamar
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0000 (0.0%)2 (2.2%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)10 (10.9%)
$10,000 to $14,99950 (12.7%)16 (17.4%)
$15,000 to $19,99951 (13.0%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $24,99911 (2.8%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99937 (9.4%)22 (23.9%)
$35,000 to $49,99971 (18.1%)2 (2.2%)
$50,000 to $74,99951 (13.0%)16 (17.4%)
$75,000 to $99,99929 (7.4%)22 (23.9%)
$100,000 to $149,99919 (4.8%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more74 (18.8%)2 (2.2%)
Total393 (100.0%)92 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Lamar

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Lamar
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30041 (10.4%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $499110 (28.0%)5 (5.4%)
$500 to $79976 (19.3%)27 (29.3%)
$800 to $99949 (12.5%)26 (28.3%)
$1,000 to $1,499106 (27.0%)2 (2.2%)
$1,500 to $1,99911 (2.8%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total393 (100.0%)92 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Lamar

Housing Structures in Lamar

Housing Structures in Lamar
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached40984.3%
Single Unit, Attached40.8%
2 Unit Apartments00.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments00.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments00.0%
Mobile Home / Other7214.8%
Total485100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Lamar

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Lamar
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached348 (85.1%)61 (14.9%)
Single Unit, Attached4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mobile Home / Other41 (56.9%)31 (43.1%)
Total393 (81.0%)92 (19.0%)

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 Rooms17 (4.3%)9 (9.8%)
4 or 5 Rooms96 (24.4%)65 (70.7%)
6 or 7 Rooms196 (49.9%)14 (15.2%)
8 or more Rooms84 (21.4%)4 (4.3%)
Total393 (100.0%)92 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Lamar

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Lamar
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas12 (3.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas33 (8.4%)23 (25.0%)
Electricity348 (88.5%)69 (75.0%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total393 (100.0%)92 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Lamar

Household Vehicle Usage in Lamar
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle18 (4.6%)28 (30.4%)
1 Vehicle111 (28.2%)10 (10.9%)
2 Vehicles82 (20.9%)54 (58.7%)
3 or more Vehicles182 (46.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total393 (100.0%)92 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Lamar

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Lamar

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units230163
Median Property Value$95,000$155,300
Median Household Income$26,087$68
Monthly Housing Costs$410$0
Real Estate Taxes$314$5

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Lamar

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Lamar
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00059 (25.7%)15 (9.2%)
$50,000 to $99,99956 (24.3%)39 (23.9%)
$100,000 to $299,99995 (41.3%)101 (62.0%)
$300,000 to $499,99916 (7.0%)4 (2.5%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9994 (1.7%)4 (2.5%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total230 (100.0%)163 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Lamar

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Lamar
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,999105 (45.7%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99931 (13.5%)7 (4.3%)
$35,000 to $49,99944 (19.1%)6 (3.7%)
$50,000 to $74,99923 (10.0%)27 (16.6%)
$75,000 to $99,99915 (6.5%)28 (17.2%)
$100,000 to $149,9996 (2.6%)14 (8.6%)
$150,000 or more6 (2.6%)13 (8.0%)
Total230 (100.0%)163 (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 2.0x107 (46.5%)0 (0.0%)
2.0x to 2.9x14 (6.1%)125 (76.7%)
3.0x to 3.9x27 (11.7%)21 (12.9%)
4.0x or more82 (35.6%)9 (5.5%)
Total230 (100.0%)163 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Lamar

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Lamar
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800199 (86.5%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49913 (5.7%)138 (84.7%)
$800 to $1,4991 (0.4%)12 (7.4%)
Total230 (100.0%)163 (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 Years68 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years311 (96.9%)10 (3.1%)
19 to 25 Years57 (93.4%)4 (6.6%)
26 to 34 Years120 (95.2%)6 (4.8%)
35 to 44 Years82 (84.5%)15 (15.5%)
45 to 54 Years205 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years91 (80.5%)22 (19.5%)
65 to 74 Years156 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older70 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,160 (95.3%)57 (4.7%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Lamar

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Lamar
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born68 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen311 (96.9%)10 (3.1%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen57 (93.4%)4 (6.6%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Lamar

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Lamar
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000326 (94.8%)18 (5.2%)
$25,000 to $49,999221 (92.1%)19 (7.9%)
$50,000 to $74,999193 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999156 (90.7%)16 (9.3%)
$100,000 and over264 (98.5%)4 (1.5%)

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 613 (19.1%)55 (80.9%)
6 to 18 Years114 (35.5%)199 (62.0%)
19 to 25 Years4 (6.6%)53 (86.9%)
25 to 34 Years32 (25.4%)88 (69.8%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)82 (84.5%)
45 to 54 Years31 (15.1%)174 (84.9%)
55 to 64 Years11 (9.7%)91 (80.5%)
65 to 74 Years156 (100.0%)74 (47.4%)
75 Years and over70 (100.0%)46 (65.7%)
Total431 (35.4%)862 (70.8%)

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 Years10 (8.0%)27 (15.2%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)6 (5.6%)
35 to 64 Years43 (27.6%)16 (6.2%)
65 to 74 Years28 (33.7%)29 (39.7%)
75 Years and over11 (34.4%)16 (42.1%)

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%)27 (15.2%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years24 (15.4%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)4 (5.5%)
75 Years and over3 (9.4%)10 (26.3%)

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%)27 (15.2%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years6 (3.8%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years24 (28.9%)3 (4.1%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)16 (42.1%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Lamar: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years10 (8.0%)27 (15.2%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)6 (5.6%)
35 to 64 Years16 (10.3%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over6 (18.8%)10 (26.3%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Lamar: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)27 (15.2%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years21 (13.5%)16 (6.2%)
65 to 74 Years12 (14.5%)29 (39.7%)
75 Years and over5 (15.6%)10 (26.3%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Lamar: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)27 (15.2%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years10 (6.4%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over2 (6.2%)0 (0.0%)

Technology Access in Lamar

Computing Device Access in Lamar

Computing Device Access in Lamar
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop33168.2%
Smartphone36575.3%
Tablet22546.4%
No Computing Device10020.6%
Total485100.0%

Internet Access in Lamar

Internet Access in Lamar
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home30061.9%
Cellular Data Only6012.4%
Satellite Internet153.1%
No Internet11724.1%
Total485100.0%

Lamar Summary

Lamar, South Carolina is a small town located in Darlington County, in the northeastern part of the state. It is situated on the banks of the Great Pee Dee River, and is part of the Florence Metropolitan Statistical Area. The town has a population of approximately 1,500 people, and is known for its rural charm and friendly atmosphere.

History

Lamar was founded in 1845 by a group of settlers from North Carolina. The town was named after the Lamar family, who were among the first settlers. The town was originally a farming community, and the main crops grown were cotton, corn, and tobacco. In the late 19th century, the town began to grow and develop, and by the early 20th century, it had become a thriving commercial center.
In the early 1900s, the town was home to several businesses, including a cotton gin, a sawmill, a grist mill, and a general store. The town also had a post office, a bank, and a hotel. In the 1920s, the town was connected to the rest of the state by a railroad line, and this helped to further spur its growth.

Geography

Lamar is located in the northeastern part of South Carolina, in Darlington County. It is situated on the banks of the Great Pee Dee River, and is part of the Florence Metropolitan Statistical Area. The town is located about 25 miles from Florence, the county seat, and about 50 miles from Columbia, the state capital.
The town is located in a rural area, and is surrounded by farmland and forests. The terrain is mostly flat, with some rolling hills. The climate is humid subtropical, with hot, humid summers and mild winters.

Economy

The economy of Lamar is largely based on agriculture. The main crops grown in the area are cotton, corn, soybeans, and tobacco. The town also has several small businesses, including a grocery store, a hardware store, and a few restaurants.
The town is also home to several manufacturing companies, including a furniture factory and a textile mill. The town is also home to a few small industries, such as a lumber mill and a paper mill.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Lamar was 1,500 people. The racial makeup of the town was 79.2% White, 17.3% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.3% from other races, and 1.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.3% of the population.
The median household income in Lamar was $30,938, and the median family income was $37,500. The per capita income was $15,945. About 17.3% of the population was below the poverty line.

Conclusion

Lamar, South Carolina is a small town located in Darlington County, in the northeastern part of the state. It is situated on the banks of the Great Pee Dee River, and is part of the Florence Metropolitan Statistical Area. The town has a population of approximately 1,500 people, and is known for its rural charm and friendly atmosphere. The economy of Lamar is largely based on agriculture, and the town also has several small businesses and manufacturing companies. The racial makeup of the town is mostly White, with a small African American population. The median household income in Lamar is lower than the state average, and about 17.3% of the population is below the poverty line.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Lamar?
Total Population of Lamar is 1,217.
What is the Total Male Population of Lamar?
Total Male Population of Lamar is 557.
What is the Total Female Population of Lamar?
Total Female Population of Lamar is 660.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Lamar?
There are 84.39 Males per 100 Females in Lamar.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Lamar?
There are 118.49 Females per 100 Males in Lamar.
What is the Median Population Age in Lamar?
Median Population Age in Lamar is 35.7 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Lamar
Average Family Size in Lamar is 3.3 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Lamar
Average Household Size in Lamar is 2.5 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Lamar?
Per Capita income in Lamar is $29,392.
What is the Median Family Income in Lamar?
Median Family Income in Lamar is $67,237.
What is the Median Household income in Lamar?
Median Household Income in Lamar is $40,489.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Lamar?
Income or Wage Gap in Lamar is 26.0%.
Women in Lamar earn 74.0 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Lamar?
Inequality or Gini Index in Lamar is 0.55.
How Large is the Labor Force in Lamar?
There are 557 People in the Labor Forcein in Lamar.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Lamar?
58.8% of People are in the Labor Force in Lamar.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Lamar?
Unemployment Rate in Lamar is 1.8%.