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Lamar, OK
Full City Profile · Oklahoma · Hughes County County
Lamar, OK
At a Glance
How Lamar Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Lamar's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Lamar a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Lamar residents earn a median household income of $46,250 , which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $22,643. The unemployment rate stands at 5.3% (47% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 13.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 291 business establishments, including 19 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Lamar is $85,000 , 70% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $192,857. Median rent is $733/month, with 22.5% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 87.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1985.
Safety & Crime
Lamar reports 322 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 15% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 643/100K.
Education
11.1% of adults in Lamar hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below the national average). 89.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Lamar has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 318 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.