Lamar Heights, MO

Missouri

Lamar Heights is a small town in Missouri with a population of 127. Residents earn $38,958 per year, which is 48% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
127 Population 163/sq mi density
$38,958 Median Income $24,856 per capita
$260,000 Home Value
$754 Median Rent 23.1% income on rent
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$38,958 median income, 0.0% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.9 / 5.0
$260,000 home value, $754/mo rent
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
25.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $38,958
48% lower than US avg
Home Value $260,000
8% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.3%
25% lower than US avg
Median Rent $754
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.2%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 30.0%
142% higher than US avg

How Lamar Heights Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population127
Median Age31.6 yrs
Density163/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans7.8%

Economy

C+
Median Income$38,958
Per Capita$24,856
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty30.0%
Commute10 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$260,000
Rent$754
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units69
Rent Burden23.1%

Health

Obesity42.2%
Uninsured11.0%
Smoking23.8%
Depression28.9%
Heart Disease7.5%

Climate

Avg TempN/A
AQI41 (Good)
Sunny Days318/yr
Elevation971 ft (296 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.3%
High School+83.5%
Graduate+9.8%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute10 min
Broadband57.0%

Is Lamar Heights a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lamar Heights receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Lamar Heights has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lamar Heights is $38,958, 48% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 30.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 10 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lamar Heights is $260,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $754 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 6.7x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

25.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

With 318 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Lamar Heights has a population of 127 with a density of 163 people per square mile. The median age is 31.6 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.6%), with 9.4% Hispanic.

Population

127
Total Population
163
People / sq mi
31.6yrs
Median Age
19% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.3%
Female 45.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Lamar Heights vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lamar Heights vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lamar Heights is $38,958, which is 48% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 30.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 10 minutes.

Income: Lamar Heights vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$38,958
48% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,856

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate30.0%
142% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time10.1 min
Drive Alone75.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Lamar Heights is $260,000, 8% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $754 (35% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$260,000
8% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$754
35% below US avg
Rent Burden23.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$732
1 Bedroom$775
2 Bedrooms$970
3 Bedrooms$1,265
4 Bedrooms$1,457

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied52.6%
Housing Units69
Median Year Built1974

Property Tax

In Lamar Heights, 42.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.0% of residents lack health insurance. 23.8% are current smokers. 28.9% report depression. 35.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Lamar Heights vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.2%
31% above US avg
Diabetes12.5%
Heart Disease7.5%
High Blood Pressure36.6%
Asthma11.8%
COPD11.0%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking23.8%
70% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.6%
Physical Inactivity35.2%
Depression28.9%
Mental Distress22.1%
Physical Distress17.6%
Short Sleep41.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate79.3%
Uninsured11.0%
28% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.9%
Dental Visits43.7%

Food & Exercise

25.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (25% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 57.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%
D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 54.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.3%
25% below US avg
High School+83.5%
Graduate Degree+9.8%
School Test Score5.51
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density163/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access57.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute10.1 min
Drive Alone75.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.7%

Nearby Cities

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