Median Income
$56,250
25% lower than US avg
Home Value
$91,700
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
7.6%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$836
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.9%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
10.2%
18% lower than US avg
How Lamont Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population503
Median Age38.3 yrs
Density853/mi²
Male / Female52% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Veterans8.5%
Economy
B+
Median Income$56,250
Per Capita$26,404
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty10.2%
County GDP$1,087M
Commute33 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$91,700
Rent$836
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$174,308
Rent Burden28.3%
Health
Obesity38.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.4%
Heart Disease5.7%
Climate
Avg Temp45°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.7 in/yr
Elevation1,042 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+7.6%
High School+89.0%
School Score5.73
Community
2024 VoteR 63% / D 35%
Commute33 min
Broadband76.0%
Libraries6
Is Lamont a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Lamont receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Lamont offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Lamont is $56,250, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. 10.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Lamont is $91,700, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $836 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
7.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Lamont has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Lamont has a population of 503 with a density of 853 people per square mile. The median age is 38.3 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.7%), with 6.6% Hispanic.
Population
38.3yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.4% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.6% |
| 96% below US avg |
The median household income in Lamont is $56,250, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $56,250 |
| 25% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $26,404 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $962 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $76,868 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.1% |
| 42% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 10.2% |
| 18% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 638 |
| County GDP | $1,087M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 37 |
| Healthcare | 44 |
| Retail | 72 |
| Manufacturing | 33 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,750 |
| 7% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.09% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 33.4 min |
| Drive Alone | 75.1% |
| Public Transit | 1.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.5% |
The median home value in Lamont is $91,700, 67% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $836 (28% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $174,308.
Home Values
| Census Median | $91,700 |
| 67% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $174,308 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $836 |
| 28% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 28.3% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $738 |
| 1 Bedroom | $788 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $989 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,282 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,420 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,750 |
| 7% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 4.09% |
In Lamont, 38.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.4% report depression. 24.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Lamont vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.9% |
| 21% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.6% |
| Heart Disease | 5.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.8% |
| Asthma | 10.5% |
| COPD | 6.6% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 23.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.0% |
| Depression | 22.4% |
| Mental Distress | 18.4% |
| Physical Distress | 12.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 94.5% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.9% |
| Premature Death | 5,284/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 9.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 67.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 44 |
Crime Rates: Lamont vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
Safety Score
Lamont has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
16°F Jan (-9°C)
71°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 45.4°F |
| 16% below US avg |
| January Average | 16°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (21°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 38.7 inches |
| 2% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,042 ft (318 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 853/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.5986°N, 91.6404°W |
| County FIPS | 19019 |