Lambert, MS

Mississippi

Lambert is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 926. Residents earn $28,793 per year, which is 62% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
926 Population 1,089/sq mi density
$28,793 Median Income $17,188 per capita
$59,700 Home Value
$636 Median Rent 26.0% income on rent
63°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$28,793 median income, 3.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$59,700 home value, $636/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $28,793
62% lower than US avg
Home Value $59,700
79% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.2%
67% lower than US avg
Median Rent $636
45% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 52.8%
64% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.3%
8% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 25.1%
102% higher than US avg

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

People

Population926
Median Age48.5 yrs
Density1,089/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 16%
Veterans3.2%

Economy

C
Median Income$28,793
Per Capita$17,188
Unemployment3.3%
Poverty25.1%
County GDP$119M
Commute36 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$59,700
Rent$636
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden26.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity52.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.0%
Heart Disease7.8%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain56.7 in/yr
Elevation155 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.2%
High School+65.1%
School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 34% / D 64%
Commute36 min
Broadband63.3%
Libraries1

Is Lambert a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lambert receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Lambert offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lambert is $28,793, 62% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 25.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lambert is $59,700, 79% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $636 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Lambert enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Lambert has a population of 926 with a density of 1,089 people per square mile. The median age is 48.5 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (81.1%), with 16.2% White.

Population

926
Total Population
1,089
People / sq mi
48.5yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%
Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Lambert vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Lambert vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lambert is $28,793, which is 62% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 25.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Lambert vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$28,793
62% below US avg
Per Capita Income$17,188
Avg Weekly Wage$683
IRS Avg AGI$36,476

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below US avg
Poverty Rate25.1%
102% above US avg
Establishments (County)144
County GDP$119M

Business (County)

Restaurants3
Healthcare15
Retail21

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,263
35% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.79%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.5 min
Drive Alone83.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Lambert is $59,700, 79% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $636 (45% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$59,700
79% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$636
45% below US avg
Rent Burden26.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$751
1 Bedroom$782
2 Bedrooms$924
3 Bedrooms$1,177
4 Bedrooms$1,295

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied44.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,263
35% below US avg
Effective Rate3.79%
In Lambert, 52.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.0% report depression. 44.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Lambert vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity52.8%
64% above US avg
Diabetes20.7%
Heart Disease7.8%
High Blood Pressure52.3%
Asthma12.2%
COPD10.2%
Stroke6.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking10.1%
Physical Inactivity44.9%
Depression18.0%
Mental Distress20.7%
Physical Distress17.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate80.2%
Checkup Rate83.3%
Premature Death18,894/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment0.4/10
Exercise Access36.0%
Healthcare Facilities15

Crime Rates: Lambert vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Lambert has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average62.5°F
16% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.7 inches
49% above US avg
Snowfall0.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation155 ft (47 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.2 km²)
Population Density1,089/sq mi
Coordinates34.2006°N, 90.2845°W
County FIPS28119
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 11.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 30.8-point margin. 63.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 33.7%
D 64.4%

Winner: Democrat by 30.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.2%
67% below US avg
High School+65.1%
School Test Score4.42
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density1,089/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access63.3%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities15
Restaurants3
Retail Stores21

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.5 min
Drive Alone83.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.6%

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