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Lamkin, TX

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Lamkin is a small town in Texas with a population of 22. Residents earn $26,875 per year, which is 64% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
22 Population 32/sq mi density
$26,875 Median Income $20,155 per capita
66°F Avg Temperature 303 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$26,875 median income, 0.0% unemployment
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $26,875
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.7%
33% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population22
Median Age63.7 yrs
Density32/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 68%
Veterans22.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$26,875
Per Capita$20,155
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$386M
Commute22 min

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain31.8 in/yr
Sunny Days303/yr
Elevation1,064 ft (324 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.7%
High School+68.2%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 85% / D 14%
Commute22 min
Broadband16.0%
Libraries1

Is Lamkin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lamkin receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Lamkin offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lamkin is $26,875, 64% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Education

22.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 68.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Lamkin enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. With 303 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Lamkin has a population of 22 with a density of 32 people per square mile. The median age is 63.7 years, 64% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (68.2%).

Population

22
Total Population
32
People / sq mi
63.7yrs
Median Age
64% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Lamkin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only57.1%
27% below US avg
Spanish42.9%
220% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Lamkin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lamkin is $26,875, which is 64% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Lamkin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$26,875
64% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,155
Avg Weekly Wage$928
IRS Avg AGI$101,917

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)276
County GDP$386M

Business (County)

Restaurants26
Healthcare24
Retail52
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,914
98% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Lamkin has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.8 inches. The area enjoys 303 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average66.3°F
23% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Sunny Days303 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.8 inches
16% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,064 ft (324 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density32/sq mi
Coordinates31.8242°N, 98.2620°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48193
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 22.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (33% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 71.3-point margin. 16.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 85.3%
D 14%

Winner: Republican by 71.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.7%
33% below US avg
High School+68.2%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.10
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density32/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access16.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities24
Restaurants26
Retail Stores52

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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