Lamb County, TX Map & Demographics

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Lamb County Overview

$26,687
PER CAPITA INCOME
$69,626
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$54,519
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
42.9%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
57.1¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$11,086
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.44
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
13,024
TOTAL POPULATION
6,523
MALE POPULATION
6,501
FEMALE POPULATION
100.34
MALES / 100 FEMALES
99.66
FEMALES / 100 MALES
36.8
MEDIAN AGE
3.5
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.8
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
5,719
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
58.2%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
2.8%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Lamb County Area Codes

Income in Lamb County

Income Overview in Lamb County

Per Capita Income in Lamb County is $26,687, while median incomes of families and households are $69,626 and $54,519 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income13,024$26,687
Median Family Income3,094$69,626
Mean Family Income3,094$83,223
Median Household Income4,632$54,519
Mean Household Income4,632$70,219
Income Deficit3,094$11,086
Wage / Income Gap (%)13,02442.90%
Wage / Income Gap ($)13,02457.10¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index13,0240.44

Earnings by Sex in Lamb County

Average Earnings in Lamb County are $34,873, $44,144 for men and $25,207 for women, a difference of 42.9%.
Earnings by Sex in Lamb County
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male3,364 (56.3%)$44,144
Female2,608 (43.7%)$25,207
Total5,972 (100.0%)$34,873

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Lamb County

The most common earnings brackets in Lamb County are $100,000+ for men (496 | 14.7%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (242 | 9.3%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Lamb County
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less61 (1.8%)222 (8.5%)
$2,500 to $4,99982 (2.4%)114 (4.4%)
$5,000 to $7,49996 (2.9%)155 (5.9%)
$7,500 to $9,99936 (1.1%)75 (2.9%)
$10,000 to $12,49923 (0.7%)112 (4.3%)
$12,500 to $14,99926 (0.8%)117 (4.5%)
$15,000 to $17,49939 (1.2%)103 (4.0%)
$17,500 to $19,99995 (2.8%)115 (4.4%)
$20,000 to $22,499187 (5.6%)94 (3.6%)
$22,500 to $24,99991 (2.7%)183 (7.0%)
$25,000 to $29,999311 (9.2%)242 (9.3%)
$30,000 to $34,999238 (7.1%)182 (7.0%)
$35,000 to $39,999183 (5.4%)75 (2.9%)
$40,000 to $44,999265 (7.9%)143 (5.5%)
$45,000 to $49,999183 (5.4%)160 (6.1%)
$50,000 to $54,999186 (5.5%)90 (3.5%)
$55,000 to $64,999194 (5.8%)203 (7.8%)
$65,000 to $74,999265 (7.9%)48 (1.8%)
$75,000 to $99,999307 (9.1%)138 (5.3%)
$100,000+496 (14.7%)37 (1.4%)
Total3,364 (100.0%)2,608 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Lamb County

Average earnings in Lamb County are $47,188 for men and $28,014 for women, a difference of 40.6%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $71,771, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $35,042. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $50,885, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $15,313.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Lamb County
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$35,042$15,313
High School Diploma$44,877$25,905
College or Associate's Degree$63,295$30,785
Bachelor's Degree$71,771$50,885
Graduate Degree$55,313$50,769
Total$47,188$28,014

Family Income in Lamb County

Family Income Brackets in Lamb County

According to the Lamb County family income data, there are 662 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 21.4% of all families. Conversely, the less than $10,000 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 105 families (3.4%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Lamb County
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0001053.4%
$10,000 to $14,9991183.8%
$15,000 to $24,9991394.5%
$25,000 to $34,99933110.7%
$35,000 to $49,99938712.5%
$50,000 to $74,99966221.4%
$75,000 to $99,99951416.6%
$100,000 to $149,99947615.4%
$150,000 to $199,9991304.2%
$200,000+2357.6%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Lamb County

5-person families (292 | 9.4%) account for the highest median family income in Lamb County with $101,875 per family, while 2-person families (1,195 | 38.6%) have the highest median income of $32,240 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Lamb County
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families1,195 (38.6%)$64,479
3-Person Families678 (21.9%)$53,553
4-Person Families737 (23.8%)$72,153
5-Person Families292 (9.4%)$101,875
6-Person Families111 (3.6%)$84,844
7+ Person Families81 (2.6%)$71,964
Total3,094 (100.0%)$69,626

Family Income by Number of Earners in Lamb County

The median family income in Lamb County is $69,626, with families comprising 3+ earners (281) having the highest median family income of $100,156, while families with no earners (507) have the lowest median family income of $40,102, accounting for 9.1% and 16.4% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Lamb County
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners507 (16.4%)$40,102
1 Earner1,191 (38.5%)$53,207
2 Earners1,115 (36.0%)$91,705
3+ Earners281 (9.1%)$100,156
Total3,094 (100.0%)$69,626

Household Income in Lamb County

Household Income Brackets in Lamb County

With 908 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Lamb County, accounting for 19.6% of all households. In contrast, only 134 households (2.9%) fall into the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Lamb County
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0003066.6%
$10,000 to $14,9992966.4%
$15,000 to $24,9993758.1%
$25,000 to $34,99952311.3%
$35,000 to $49,99962113.4%
$50,000 to $74,99990819.6%
$75,000 to $99,99959812.9%
$100,000 to $149,99963013.6%
$150,000 to $199,9991342.9%
$200,000+2415.2%

Household Income by Householder Age in Lamb County

The median household income in Lamb County is $54,519, with the highest median household income of $70,403 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 1,354 households (29.2%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $38,621, with 1,266 households (27.3%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Lamb County
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years218 (4.7%)$42,361
25 to 44 Years1,354 (29.2%)$70,403
45 to 64 Years1,794 (38.7%)$56,823
65+ Years1,266 (27.3%)$38,621
Total4,632 (100.0%)$54,519

Poverty in Lamb County

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Lamb County

With 13.1% poverty level for males and 21.9% for females among the residents of Lamb County, 12 to 14 year old males and 35 to 44 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 75 males (34.6%) and 279 females (35.2%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Lamb County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years73 (15.1%)25 (6.5%)
5 Years12 (20.7%)6 (7.6%)
6 to 11 Years141 (18.0%)160 (27.2%)
12 to 14 Years75 (34.6%)107 (32.1%)
15 Years19 (13.4%)18 (17.5%)
16 and 17 Years28 (19.6%)48 (20.5%)
18 to 24 Years94 (15.1%)84 (14.0%)
25 to 34 Years73 (9.6%)192 (29.6%)
35 to 44 Years56 (7.5%)279 (35.2%)
45 to 54 Years28 (4.1%)119 (16.2%)
55 to 64 Years131 (16.0%)167 (21.6%)
65 to 74 Years33 (6.1%)83 (13.9%)
75 Years and over76 (17.7%)106 (21.4%)
Total839 (13.1%)1,394 (21.9%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Lamb County

According to the poverty statistics in Lamb County, males aged 45 to 54 years and females aged under 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 95.9% of males and 93.5% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Lamb County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years410 (84.9%)358 (93.5%)
5 Years46 (79.3%)73 (92.4%)
6 to 11 Years641 (82.0%)428 (72.8%)
12 to 14 Years142 (65.4%)226 (67.9%)
15 Years123 (86.6%)85 (82.5%)
16 and 17 Years115 (80.4%)186 (79.5%)
18 to 24 Years527 (84.9%)517 (86.0%)
25 to 34 Years687 (90.4%)457 (70.4%)
35 to 44 Years694 (92.5%)514 (64.8%)
45 to 54 Years655 (95.9%)618 (83.9%)
55 to 64 Years687 (84.0%)605 (78.4%)
65 to 74 Years512 (93.9%)515 (86.1%)
75 Years and over353 (82.3%)390 (78.6%)
Total5,592 (87.0%)4,972 (78.1%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Lamb County

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Lamb County show that 5.6% or 120 of the total 2,148 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 15.4%, comprising of 2 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 4.4%, which includes 54 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Lamb County
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children1,185 (95.6%)54 (4.4%)
1 or 2 Children588 (95.2%)30 (4.9%)
3 or 4 Children244 (87.8%)34 (12.2%)
5 or more Children11 (84.6%)2 (15.4%)
Total2,028 (94.4%)120 (5.6%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Lamb County

According to the poverty data in Lamb County, 8.6% or 35 single-father households and 44.8% or 242 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 12 households (30.8%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 108 households (62.4%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Lamb County
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children12 (30.8%)30 (27.5%)
1 or 2 Children23 (8.1%)104 (40.3%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)108 (62.4%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total35 (8.6%)242 (44.8%)

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

The poverty data for Lamb County shows that 120 of the married-couple family households (5.6%) and 277 of the single-parent households (29.3%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 2 households (15.4%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 108 household (43.2%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Lamb County
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children54 (4.4%)42 (28.4%)
1 or 2 Children30 (4.9%)127 (23.4%)
3 or 4 Children34 (12.2%)108 (43.2%)
5 or more Children2 (15.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total120 (5.6%)277 (29.3%)

Race in Lamb County

The most populous races in Lamb County are White / Caucasian (10,188 | 78.2%), Hispanic or Latino (7,416 | 56.9%), and Two or more Races (1,847 | 14.2%).
Race in Lamb County
Race# Population% Population
Asian680.5%
Black / African American4533.5%
Hawaiian / Pacific340.3%
Hispanic or Latino7,41656.9%
Native / Alaskan600.5%
White / Caucasian10,18878.2%
Two or more Races1,84714.2%
Some other Race3742.9%
Total13,024100.0%

Ancestry in Lamb County

The most populous ancestries reported in Lamb County are Mexican (6,998 | 53.7%), German (899 | 6.9%), American (814 | 6.2%), Irish (551 | 4.2%), and English (477 | 3.7%), together accounting for 74.8% of all Lamb County residents.
Ancestry in Lamb County
Ancestry# Population% Population
Afghan320.3%
American8146.2%
Apache80.1%
British1341.0%
Burmese40.0%
Canadian90.1%
Central American730.6%
Central American Indian430.3%
Cherokee30.0%
Chickasaw150.1%
Czech160.1%
Dutch510.4%
Dutch West Indian720.5%
English4773.7%
European1461.1%
French640.5%
German8996.9%
Guamanian / Chamorro340.3%
Guatemalan140.1%
Honduran510.4%
Irish5514.2%
Italian1281.0%
Korean220.2%
Liberian190.2%
Lumbee30.0%
Mexican6,99853.7%
Mexican American Indian80.1%
Norwegian90.1%
Polish200.2%
Portuguese20.0%
Puerto Rican40.0%
Salvadoran80.1%
Scandinavian210.2%
Scotch-Irish530.4%
Scottish990.8%
Slavic50.0%
Spaniard910.7%
Spanish100.1%
Sri Lankan80.1%
Subsaharan African190.2%
Swedish330.3%
Swiss190.2%
Welsh160.1%
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Immigrants in Lamb County

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Lamb County came from Central America (1,267 | 9.7%), Latin America (1,267 | 9.7%), Mexico (1,199 | 9.2%), Honduras (46 | 0.4%), and Africa (19 | 0.2%), together accounting for 29.2% of all Lamb County residents.
Immigrants in Lamb County
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Afghanistan100.1%
Africa190.2%
Asia140.1%
Canada90.1%
Central America1,2679.7%
Eastern Asia40.0%
El Salvador80.1%
Guatemala140.1%
Honduras460.4%
Korea40.0%
Latin America1,2679.7%
Liberia190.2%
Mexico1,1999.2%
South Central Asia100.1%
Western Africa190.2%
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Sex and Age in Lamb County

Sex and Age in Lamb County

The most populous age groups in Lamb County are 5 to 9 Years (576 | 8.8%) for men and 15 to 19 Years (552 | 8.5%) for women.
Sex and Age in Lamb County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years504 (7.7%)391 (6.0%)
5 to 9 Years576 (8.8%)538 (8.3%)
10 to 14 Years481 (7.4%)462 (7.1%)
15 to 19 Years520 (8.0%)552 (8.5%)
20 to 24 Years389 (6.0%)386 (5.9%)
25 to 29 Years389 (6.0%)326 (5.0%)
30 to 34 Years383 (5.9%)329 (5.1%)
35 to 39 Years369 (5.7%)383 (5.9%)
40 to 44 Years395 (6.1%)410 (6.3%)
45 to 49 Years328 (5.0%)322 (5.0%)
50 to 54 Years358 (5.5%)418 (6.4%)
55 to 59 Years467 (7.2%)387 (5.9%)
60 to 64 Years351 (5.4%)385 (5.9%)
65 to 69 Years304 (4.7%)275 (4.2%)
70 to 74 Years254 (3.9%)331 (5.1%)
75 to 79 Years172 (2.6%)195 (3.0%)
80 to 84 Years182 (2.8%)156 (2.4%)
85 Years and over101 (1.5%)255 (3.9%)
Total6,523 (100.0%)6,501 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Lamb County

Median Family Size in Lamb County

The median family size in Lamb County is 3.50 persons per family, with single female/mother families (540 | 17.4%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.97 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (406 | 13.1%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.16 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Lamb County
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple2,148 (69.4%)3.44
Single Male/Father406 (13.1%)3.16
Single Female/Mother540 (17.4%)3.97
Total Families3,094 (100.0%)3.50

Median Household Size in Lamb County

The median household size in Lamb County is 2.77 persons per household, with single female/mother households (540 | 11.7%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.37 persons per household. non-family households (1,538 | 33.2%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.07 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Lamb County
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple2,148 (46.4%)3.47
Single Male/Father406 (8.8%)3.38
Single Female/Mother540 (11.7%)4.37
Non-family1,538 (33.2%)1.07
Total Households4,632 (100.0%)2.77

Household Size by Marriage Status in Lamb County

Out of a total of 4,632 households in Lamb County, 3,094 (66.8%) are family households, while 1,538 (33.2%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 1,155, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 1,482.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Lamb County
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-1,482 (32.0%)
2-Person Households1,155 (24.9%)52 (1.1%)
3-Person Households624 (13.5%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households737 (15.9%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households354 (7.6%)4 (0.1%)
6-Person Households127 (2.7%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households97 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total3,094 (66.8%)1,538 (33.2%)

Female Fertility in Lamb County

Fertility by Age in Lamb County

Average fertility rate in Lamb County is 43.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 83.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 71.7% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Lamb County
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years18 (15.0%)33.0
20 to 34 years86 (71.7%)83.0
35 to 50 years16 (13.3%)14.0
Total120 (100.0%)43.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Lamb County

46.7% of women with births (120) in Lamb County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 100.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 36.1% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Lamb County
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)18 (100.0%)
20 to 34 years55 (63.9%)31 (36.0%)
35 to 50 years1 (6.2%)15 (93.8%)
Total56 (46.7%)64 (53.3%)

Fertility by Education in Lamb County

Average fertility rate in Lamb County is 43.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of bachelor's degree have the highest fertility rate of 93.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree have the lowest fertility at 23.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of less than high school represent 56.7% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Lamb County
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School68 (56.7%)67.0
High School Diploma17 (14.2%)26.0
College or Associate's Degree20 (16.7%)23.0
Bachelor's Degree11 (9.2%)93.0
Graduate Degree4 (3.3%)37.0
Total120 (100.0%)43.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Lamb County

53.3% of women with births in Lamb County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of college or associate'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 88.2% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Lamb County
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School19 (27.9%)49 (72.1%)
High School Diploma2 (11.8%)15 (88.2%)
College or Associate's Degree20 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total56 (46.7%)64 (53.3%)

Employment Characteristics in Lamb County

Employment by Class of Employer in Lamb County

Among the 5,456 employed individuals in Lamb County, private company employees (3,805 | 69.7%), local government employees (494 | 9.0%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (476 | 8.7%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Lamb County
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees3,80569.7%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)1973.6%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)4768.7%
Not-for-profit Organizations2464.5%
Local Government Employees4949.0%
State Government Employees1823.3%
Federal Government Employees561.0%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total5,456100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Lamb County

According to the labor force statistics for Lamb County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (9,827), 58.2% or 5,719 individuals are in the labor force, with 2.8% or 160 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 35 to 44 years, with 80.5% or 1,253 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 13.3% or 82 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Lamb County
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years322 (38.9%)4 (1.2%)
20 to 24 Years615 (79.4%)82 (13.3%)
25 to 29 Years529 (74.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years481 (67.6%)18 (3.7%)
35 to 44 Years1,253 (80.5%)13 (1.0%)
45 to 54 Years1,042 (73.1%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years603 (70.6%)17 (2.8%)
60 to 64 Years479 (65.1%)19 (4.0%)
65 to 74 Years315 (27.1%)6 (1.9%)
75 Years and over81 (7.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total5,719 (58.2%)160 (2.8%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Lamb County

According to labor force statistics for Lamb County, 73.1% of individuals (4,386) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (6,000) are in the labor force, with 1.5% or 66 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 83.4% or 693 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 2.5% or 17 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Lamb County
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School691 (57.1%)30 (2.5%)
High School Diploma1,681 (74.5%)38 (1.7%)
College / Associate Degree1,322 (77.7%)27 (1.6%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher693 (83.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total4,386 (73.1%)90 (1.5%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Lamb County

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Lamb County are Community & Social Service (606 | 10.9%), Management (527 | 9.5%), Education Instruction & Library (406 | 7.3%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (383 | 6.9%), and Health Technologists (235 | 4.2%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Lamb County

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Lamb County, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), and Management (86.2%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Legal Services & Support (100.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (86.4%), and Health Technologists (82.6%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Lamb County
OccupationMaleFemale
Management454 (86.2%)73 (13.9%)
Business & Financial53 (48.6%)56 (51.4%)
Computers, Engineering & Science89 (62.7%)53 (37.3%)
Computers & Mathematics28 (46.7%)32 (53.3%)
Architecture & Engineering43 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science18 (46.2%)21 (53.8%)
Community & Social Service 197 (32.5%)409 (67.5%)
Education, Arts & Media39 (32.0%)83 (68.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)17 (100.0%)
Education Instruction & Library97 (23.9%)309 (76.1%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment61 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating52 (13.6%)331 (86.4%)
Health Technologists41 (17.4%)194 (82.6%)
Total (Category)845 (47.8%)922 (52.2%)
Total (Overall)3,139 (56.5%)2,417 (43.5%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Lamb County are Food Preparation & Serving (273 | 4.9%), Healthcare Support (238 | 4.3%), Cleaning & Maintenance (196 | 3.5%), Security & Protection (107 | 1.9%), and Law Enforcement (61 | 1.1%).
Services Occupations in Lamb County

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Lamb County, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (100.0%), Security & Protection (86.0%), and Firefighting & Prevention (67.4%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (87.8%), Food Preparation & Serving (83.5%), and Personal Care & Service (74.2%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Lamb County
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support29 (12.2%)209 (87.8%)
Security & Protection92 (86.0%)15 (14.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention31 (67.4%)15 (32.6%)
Law Enforcement61 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving45 (16.5%)228 (83.5%)
Cleaning & Maintenance66 (33.7%)130 (66.3%)
Personal Care & Service8 (25.8%)23 (74.2%)
Total (Category)240 (28.4%)605 (71.6%)
Total (Overall)3,139 (56.5%)2,417 (43.5%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Lamb County are Sales & Related (488 | 8.8%), and Office & Administration (417 | 7.5%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Lamb County

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Lamb County
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related165 (33.8%)323 (66.2%)
Office & Administration34 (8.2%)383 (91.8%)
Total (Category)199 (22.0%)706 (78.0%)
Total (Overall)3,139 (56.5%)2,417 (43.5%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Lamb County are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (369 | 6.6%), Construction & Extraction (325 | 5.9%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (295 | 5.3%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Lamb County

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Lamb County
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry280 (94.9%)15 (5.1%)
Construction & Extraction323 (99.4%)2 (0.6%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair356 (96.5%)13 (3.5%)
Total (Category)959 (97.0%)30 (3.0%)
Total (Overall)3,139 (56.5%)2,417 (43.5%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Lamb County are Material Moving (359 | 6.5%), Production (357 | 6.4%), and Transportation (334 | 6.0%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Lamb County

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Lamb County
OccupationMaleFemale
Production321 (89.9%)36 (10.1%)
Transportation265 (79.3%)69 (20.7%)
Material Moving310 (86.4%)49 (13.7%)
Total (Category)896 (85.3%)154 (14.7%)
Total (Overall)3,139 (56.5%)2,417 (43.5%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Lamb County

Employment Industries in Lamb County

The major employment industries in Lamb County include Retail Trade (755 | 13.6%), Health Care & Social Assistance (701 | 12.6%), Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (632 | 11.4%), Educational Services (585 | 10.5%), and Construction (449 | 8.1%).
Employment Industries in Lamb County

Employment Industries by Sex in Lamb County

The Lamb County industries that see more men than women are Construction (96.2%), Utilities (89.3%), and Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (88.6%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Information (91.7%), Health Care & Social Assistance (86.2%), and Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (82.4%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Lamb County
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting560 (88.6%)72 (11.4%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction86 (87.8%)12 (12.2%)
Construction432 (96.2%)17 (3.8%)
Manufacturing370 (87.7%)52 (12.3%)
Wholesale Trade184 (88.0%)25 (12.0%)
Retail Trade355 (47.0%)400 (53.0%)
Transportation & Warehousing148 (56.5%)114 (43.5%)
Utilities260 (89.3%)31 (10.6%)
Information2 (8.3%)22 (91.7%)
Finance & Insurance21 (23.9%)67 (76.1%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing6 (17.6%)28 (82.4%)
Professional & Scientific55 (52.4%)50 (47.6%)
Enterprise Management25 (46.3%)29 (53.7%)
Administrative & Support66 (50.4%)65 (49.6%)
Educational Services125 (21.4%)460 (78.6%)
Health Care & Social Assistance97 (13.8%)604 (86.2%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation11 (45.8%)13 (54.2%)
Accommodation & Food Services94 (27.5%)248 (72.5%)
Public Administration99 (69.7%)43 (30.3%)
Total3,139 (56.5%)2,417 (43.5%)

Education in Lamb County

School Enrollment in Lamb County

The most common levels of schooling among the 3,150 students in Lamb County are elementary school (965 | 30.6%), high school (810 | 25.7%), and middle school (773 | 24.5%).
School Enrollment in Lamb County
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool1324.2%
Kindergarten1073.4%
Elementary School96530.6%
Middle School77324.5%
High School81025.7%
College / Undergraduate32210.2%
Graduate / Professional411.3%
Total3,150100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Lamb County

Out of a total of 3,150 students who are enrolled in schools in Lamb County, 186 (5.9%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 2,964 (94.1%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 15 (31.9% 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 65 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Lamb County
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds65 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old1,055 (98.1%)20 (1.9%)
10 to 14 Year Olds833 (95.0%)44 (5.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds514 (88.9%)64 (11.1%)
18 to 19 Year Olds275 (88.1%)37 (11.9%)
20 to 24 Year Olds131 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds59 (90.8%)6 (9.2%)
35 Years and over32 (68.1%)15 (31.9%)
Total2,964 (94.1%)186 (5.9%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Lamb County

Education (285 | 26.1%), business (174 | 15.9%), bio, nature & agricultural (165 | 15.1%), science & technology (127 | 11.6%), and liberal arts & history (113 | 10.3%) are the most common fields of study among 1,092 individuals in Lamb County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Lamb County
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics80.7%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural16515.1%
Physical & Health Sciences433.9%
Psychology232.1%
Social Sciences80.7%
Engineering777.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies40.4%
Science & Technology12711.6%
Business17415.9%
Education28526.1%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History11310.3%
Visual & Performing Arts30.3%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities625.7%
Total1,092100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Lamb County

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Lamb County

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Lamb County are males with 2 vehicles (1,292, accounting for 41.8%) and females with 2 vehicles (927, making up 54.6%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Lamb County
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle91 (2.9%)77 (3.3%)
1 Vehicle449 (14.5%)439 (18.6%)
2 Vehicles1,292 (41.8%)927 (39.2%)
3 Vehicles793 (25.7%)560 (23.7%)
4 Vehicles359 (11.6%)284 (12.0%)
5 or more Vehicles107 (3.5%)78 (3.3%)
Total3,091 (100.0%)2,365 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Lamb County

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Lamb County are 5 to 9 minutes (1,410 commuters, 26.9%), less than 5 minutes (801 commuters, 15.3%), and 10 to 14 minutes (796 commuters, 15.2%).
Commute Time in Lamb County
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes80115.3%
5 to 9 Minutes1,41026.9%
10 to 14 Minutes79615.2%
15 to 19 Minutes61111.7%
20 to 24 Minutes2595.0%
25 to 29 Minutes1633.1%
30 to 34 Minutes3737.1%
35 to 39 Minutes1583.0%
40 to 44 Minutes1733.3%
45 to 59 Minutes2104.0%
60 to 89 Minutes2043.9%
90 or more Minutes781.5%

Commute Time by Sex in Lamb County

The most common commute times in Lamb County are 5 to 9 minutes (850 commuters, 28.3%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (560 commuters, 25.1%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Lamb County
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes539 (17.9%)262 (11.7%)
5 to 9 Minutes850 (28.3%)560 (25.1%)
10 to 14 Minutes458 (15.2%)338 (15.2%)
15 to 19 Minutes254 (8.5%)357 (16.0%)
20 to 24 Minutes145 (4.8%)114 (5.1%)
25 to 29 Minutes90 (3.0%)73 (3.3%)
30 to 34 Minutes233 (7.7%)140 (6.3%)
35 to 39 Minutes20 (0.7%)138 (6.2%)
40 to 44 Minutes133 (4.4%)40 (1.8%)
45 to 59 Minutes127 (4.2%)83 (3.7%)
60 to 89 Minutes115 (3.8%)89 (4.0%)
90 or more Minutes43 (1.4%)35 (1.6%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Lamb County

The most frequent times of departure to work in Lamb County are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (467, 15.5%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (500, 22.4%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Lamb County
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM197 (6.6%)49 (2.2%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM355 (11.8%)114 (5.1%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM105 (3.5%)95 (4.3%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM303 (10.1%)182 (8.2%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM376 (12.5%)69 (3.1%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM467 (15.5%)500 (22.4%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM356 (11.8%)303 (13.6%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM375 (12.5%)238 (10.7%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)39 (1.8%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM143 (4.8%)204 (9.1%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM22 (0.7%)67 (3.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM27 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM164 (5.4%)129 (5.8%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM117 (3.9%)240 (10.8%)
Total3,007 (100.0%)2,229 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Lamb County

Occupancy by Ownership in Lamb County

Of the total 4,632 dwellings in Lamb County, owner-occupied units account for 3,375 (72.9%), while renter-occupied units make up 1,257 (27.1%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Lamb County
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units3,37572.9%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units1,25727.1%
Total Occupied Housing Units4,632100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Lamb County

Occupancy by Household Size in Lamb County
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household1,48232.0%
2-Person Household1,20726.1%
3-Person Household62413.5%
4+ Person Household1,31928.5%
Total Housing Units4,632100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Lamb County

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Lamb County
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household961 (64.8%)521 (35.2%)
2-Person Household1,003 (83.1%)204 (16.9%)
3-Person Household399 (63.9%)225 (36.1%)
4+ Person Household1,012 (76.7%)307 (23.3%)
Total Housing Units3,375 (72.9%)1,257 (27.1%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Lamb County

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Lamb County
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School600 (61.0%)384 (39.0%)
High School Diploma1,299 (78.4%)357 (21.6%)
College/Associate Degree940 (69.7%)409 (30.3%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher536 (83.4%)107 (16.6%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Lamb County

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Lamb County
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years76616.5%
35 to 44 Years80617.4%
45 to 54 Years82617.8%
55 to 64 Years96820.9%
65 to 74 Years65614.2%
75 to 84 Years47810.3%
85 Years and Over1322.9%
Total4,632100.0%

Housing Finances in Lamb County

Median Income by Occupancy in Lamb County

Median Income by Occupancy in Lamb County
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied3,375 (72.9%)$65,521
Renter-Occupied1,257 (27.1%)$33,518
Average4,632 (100.0%)$54,519

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Lamb County

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Lamb County
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00095 (2.8%)90 (7.2%)
$5,000 to $9,99944 (1.3%)75 (6.0%)
$10,000 to $14,999159 (4.7%)139 (11.1%)
$15,000 to $19,999131 (3.9%)8 (0.6%)
$20,000 to $24,99978 (2.3%)157 (12.5%)
$25,000 to $34,999305 (9.0%)217 (17.3%)
$35,000 to $49,999501 (14.8%)122 (9.7%)
$50,000 to $74,999667 (19.8%)240 (19.1%)
$75,000 to $99,999510 (15.1%)88 (7.0%)
$100,000 to $149,999521 (15.4%)109 (8.7%)
$150,000 or more364 (10.8%)12 (0.9%)
Total3,375 (100.0%)1,257 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Lamb County

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Lamb County
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300752 (22.3%)25 (2.0%)
$300 to $499935 (27.7%)127 (10.1%)
$500 to $799754 (22.3%)340 (27.1%)
$800 to $999310 (9.2%)162 (12.9%)
$1,000 to $1,499424 (12.6%)303 (24.1%)
$1,500 to $1,999166 (4.9%)10 (0.8%)
$2,000 to $2,49915 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,99912 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more7 (0.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total3,375 (100.0%)1,257 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Lamb County

Housing Structures in Lamb County

Housing Structures in Lamb County
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached3,87683.7%
Single Unit, Attached531.1%
2 Unit Apartments851.8%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments1483.2%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments501.1%
10 or more Apartments230.5%
Mobile Home / Other3978.6%
Total4,632100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Lamb County

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Lamb County
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached3,005 (77.5%)871 (22.5%)
Single Unit, Attached18 (34.0%)35 (66.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)85 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments22 (14.9%)126 (85.1%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)50 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments4 (17.4%)19 (82.6%)
Mobile Home / Other326 (82.1%)71 (17.9%)
Total3,375 (72.9%)1,257 (27.1%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Lamb County

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Lamb County
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room45 (1.3%)36 (2.9%)
2 or 3 Rooms85 (2.5%)142 (11.3%)
4 or 5 Rooms1,315 (39.0%)809 (64.4%)
6 or 7 Rooms1,254 (37.2%)219 (17.4%)
8 or more Rooms676 (20.0%)51 (4.1%)
Total3,375 (100.0%)1,257 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Lamb County

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Lamb County
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas2,074 (61.5%)614 (48.8%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas66 (2.0%)5 (0.4%)
Electricity1,123 (33.3%)600 (47.7%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels93 (2.8%)16 (1.3%)
No Fuel Used19 (0.6%)22 (1.8%)
Total3,375 (100.0%)1,257 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Lamb County

Household Vehicle Usage in Lamb County
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle70 (2.1%)159 (12.7%)
1 Vehicle808 (23.9%)458 (36.4%)
2 Vehicles1,416 (42.0%)451 (35.9%)
3 or more Vehicles1,081 (32.0%)189 (15.0%)
Total3,375 (100.0%)1,257 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Lamb County

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Lamb County

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units2,451924
Median Property Value$65,700$129,700
Median Household Income$52,070$143
Monthly Housing Costs$389$0
Real Estate Taxes$636$139

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Lamb County

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Lamb County
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000952 (38.8%)112 (12.1%)
$50,000 to $99,999812 (33.1%)195 (21.1%)
$100,000 to $299,999585 (23.9%)590 (63.8%)
$300,000 to $499,99977 (3.1%)12 (1.3%)
$500,000 to $749,99916 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9999 (0.4%)9 (1.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)6 (0.6%)
Total2,451 (100.0%)924 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Lamb County

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Lamb County
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,000111 (4.5%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,999352 (14.4%)28 (3.0%)
$25,000 to $34,999278 (11.3%)16 (1.7%)
$35,000 to $49,999434 (17.7%)27 (2.9%)
$50,000 to $74,999451 (18.4%)67 (7.2%)
$75,000 to $99,999272 (11.1%)216 (23.4%)
$100,000 to $149,999332 (13.6%)238 (25.8%)
$150,000 or more221 (9.0%)189 (20.4%)
Total2,451 (100.0%)924 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Lamb County

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Lamb County
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x1,633 (66.6%)84,867 (9,184.7%)
2.0x to 2.9x311 (12.7%)679 (73.5%)
3.0x to 3.9x142 (5.8%)95 (10.3%)
4.0x or more332 (13.6%)54 (5.8%)
Total2,451 (100.0%)924 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Lamb County

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Lamb County
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $8001,288 (52.5%)2 (0.2%)
$800 to $1,499474 (19.3%)170 (18.4%)
$800 to $1,499505 (20.6%)229 (24.8%)
Total2,451 (100.0%)924 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Lamb County

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Lamb County

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Lamb County
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years868 (84.1%)164 (15.9%)
6 to 18 Years2,412 (85.6%)405 (14.4%)
19 to 25 Years576 (52.2%)528 (47.8%)
26 to 34 Years612 (49.1%)634 (50.9%)
35 to 44 Years842 (54.6%)701 (45.4%)
45 to 54 Years997 (70.2%)423 (29.8%)
55 to 64 Years1,204 (75.7%)386 (24.3%)
65 to 74 Years1,133 (99.1%)10 (0.9%)
75 Years and older925 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total9,569 (74.6%)3,251 (25.4%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Lamb County

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Lamb County
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born868 (84.1%)164 (15.9%)
Foreign Born, Citizen2,412 (85.6%)405 (14.4%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen576 (52.2%)528 (47.8%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Lamb County

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Lamb County
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0001,224 (74.7%)415 (25.3%)
$25,000 to $49,9992,052 (67.0%)1,012 (33.0%)
$50,000 to $74,9991,966 (77.0%)587 (23.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9991,568 (71.6%)623 (28.4%)
$100,000 and over2,759 (81.8%)614 (18.2%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Lamb County

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Lamb County
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6410 (39.7%)476 (46.1%)
6 to 18 Years1,365 (48.5%)1,075 (38.2%)
19 to 25 Years93 (8.4%)483 (43.8%)
25 to 34 Years97 (7.8%)527 (42.3%)
35 to 44 Years50 (3.2%)799 (51.8%)
45 to 54 Years203 (14.3%)831 (58.5%)
55 to 64 Years285 (17.9%)973 (61.2%)
65 to 74 Years1,101 (96.3%)659 (57.7%)
75 Years and over925 (100.0%)530 (57.3%)
Total4,529 (35.3%)6,353 (49.6%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Lamb County

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Lamb County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)5 (1.3%)
5 to 17 Years55 (4.1%)35 (2.6%)
18 to 34 Years50 (3.6%)103 (8.2%)
35 to 64 Years397 (17.6%)395 (17.2%)
65 to 74 Years215 (39.5%)241 (40.3%)
75 Years and over270 (62.9%)328 (66.1%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Lamb County

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Lamb County: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)5 (1.3%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)7 (0.5%)
18 to 34 Years36 (2.6%)13 (1.0%)
35 to 64 Years151 (6.7%)186 (8.1%)
65 to 74 Years105 (19.3%)98 (16.4%)
75 Years and over179 (41.7%)204 (41.1%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Lamb County: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years16 (1.2%)10 (0.7%)
18 to 34 Years5 (0.4%)45 (3.6%)
35 to 64 Years100 (4.4%)79 (3.4%)
65 to 74 Years42 (7.7%)28 (4.7%)
75 Years and over26 (6.1%)173 (34.9%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Lamb County: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years43 (3.2%)13 (1.0%)
18 to 34 Years9 (0.6%)55 (4.4%)
35 to 64 Years172 (7.6%)73 (3.2%)
65 to 74 Years40 (7.3%)28 (4.7%)
75 Years and over81 (18.9%)151 (30.4%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Lamb County: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years7 (0.5%)13 (1.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)26 (2.1%)
35 to 64 Years262 (11.6%)242 (10.5%)
65 to 74 Years143 (26.2%)198 (33.1%)
75 Years and over132 (30.8%)257 (51.8%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Lamb County: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years7 (0.5%)11 (0.8%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)25 (2.0%)
35 to 64 Years70 (3.1%)142 (6.2%)
65 to 74 Years41 (7.5%)69 (11.5%)
75 Years and over45 (10.5%)93 (18.8%)

Technology Access in Lamb County

Computing Device Access in Lamb County

Computing Device Access in Lamb County
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop2,76959.8%
Smartphone3,69279.7%
Tablet2,02843.8%
No Computing Device72815.7%
Total4,632100.0%

Internet Access in Lamb County

Internet Access in Lamb County
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet210.4%
Broadband Home2,53754.8%
Cellular Data Only90519.5%
Satellite Internet4008.6%
No Internet1,01822.0%
Total4,632100.0%

Lamb County Summary

Lamb County is located in the northwestern part of the state of Texas, and is bordered by Bailey County to the north, Castro County to the east, Hale County to the south, and Parmer County to the west. The county seat is Littlefield, and the county has a total area of 890 square miles. As of the 2010 census, the population was 12,964, making it the second-least populous county in Texas.

Geography

Lamb County is located in the High Plains region of Texas, and is mostly flat with some rolling hills. The terrain is mostly covered in grasslands, with some areas of mesquite and cactus. The county is drained by the Littlefield Draw, which flows through the center of the county. The county is also home to several small lakes, including Lake Littlefield, Lake Ransom, and Lake Merritt.

Climate

Lamb County has a semi-arid climate, with hot summers and mild winters. The average annual temperature is 64°F, and the average annual precipitation is 17.5 inches.

History

Lamb County was established in 1876, and was named for George A. Lamb, a Texas state legislator. The county was originally part of Bexar County, and was later part of Young County before becoming its own county. The county seat was originally located in Springlake, but was moved to Littlefield in 1921.

Economy

Agriculture is the main economic activity in Lamb County, with cotton being the primary crop. Other crops grown in the county include corn, wheat, sorghum, and hay. The county is also home to several oil and gas fields, and there are several wind farms in the area.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Lamb County was 12,964, with a population density of 15 people per square mile. The racial makeup of the county was 79.3% White, 0.7% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 16.7% from other races, and 2.1% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 44.2% of the population.
The median income for a household in the county was $31,945, and the median income for a family was $37,917. The per capita income for the county was $15,845. About 18.2% of the population was below the poverty line.

Education

Lamb County is served by the Littlefield Independent School District, which has four elementary schools, one middle school, and one high school. The county is also home to South Plains College, a two-year community college.

Common Questions

What is Per Capita Income in Lamb County?
Per Capita income in Lamb County is $26,687.
What is the Median Family Income in Lamb County?
Median Family Income in Lamb County is $69,626.
What is the Median Household income in Lamb County?
Median Household Income in Lamb County is $54,519.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Lamb County?
Income or Wage Gap in Lamb County is 42.9%.
Women in Lamb County earn 57.1 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Lamb County?
Family Income Deficit in Lamb County is $11,086.
Families that are below poverty line in Lamb County earn $11,086 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Lamb County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Lamb County is 0.44.
What is the Total Population of Lamb County?
Total Population of Lamb County is 13,024.
What is the Total Male Population of Lamb County?
Total Male Population of Lamb County is 6,523.
What is the Total Female Population of Lamb County?
Total Female Population of Lamb County is 6,501.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Lamb County?
There are 100.34 Males per 100 Females in Lamb County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Lamb County?
There are 99.66 Females per 100 Males in Lamb County.
What is the Median Population Age in Lamb County?
Median Population Age in Lamb County is 36.8 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Lamb County
Average Family Size in Lamb County is 3.5 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Lamb County
Average Household Size in Lamb County is 2.8 People.
How Large is the Labor Force in Lamb County?
There are 5,719 People in the Labor Forcein in Lamb County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Lamb County?
58.2% of People are in the Labor Force in Lamb County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Lamb County?
Unemployment Rate in Lamb County is 2.8%.