Oklahoma
Lamont is a small town in Oklahoma with a population of 252. Residents earn $65,795 per year, which is 12% below the national average.
Based on current data, Lamont receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Lamont offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Lamont is $65,795, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 18.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
The median home value in Lamont is $47,300, 83% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $907 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Lamont is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,392 per 100,000, 22% above the national average.
8.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Lamont enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
| English Only | 87.1% |
| 11% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 12.9% |
| 4% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $65,795 |
| 12% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $31,731 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,107 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $64,054 |
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 18.2% |
| 47% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 154 |
| County GDP | $311M |
| Restaurants | 8 |
| Healthcare | 4 |
| Retail | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,600 |
| 54% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.38% |
| Commute Time | 25.5 min |
| Work from Home | 5.2% |
| Census Median | $47,300 |
| 83% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $99,364 |
| Census Median Rent | $907 |
| 22% below US avg |
| Studio | $744 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $995 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,501 |
| Owner-Occupied | 66.3% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,600 |
| 54% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.38% |
| Obesity | 35.9% |
| 12% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 9.9% |
| Heart Disease | 5.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.8% |
| Asthma | 11.4% |
| COPD | 6.8% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.6% |
| Depression | 26.1% |
| Mental Distress | 18.6% |
| Physical Distress | 13.3% |
| Insurance Rate | 82.4% |
| Checkup Rate | 76.5% |
| Premature Death | 10,866/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.3/10 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 4 |
| Total Violent | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 0.0/100K |
| Total Property | 2,392.3/100K |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 478.5/100K |
| Theft | 1,913.9/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 0.0/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| Safety Grade | C+ |
| Safety Score | 2.5 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 57.5°F |
| 6% above US avg | |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 33.9 inches |
| 11% below US avg |
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,010 ft (308 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 741/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.6913°N, 97.5583°W |
| County FIPS | 40053 |
Winner: Republican by 70.5 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 8.6% |
| 74% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 88.4% |
| School Test Score | 5.08 |
| RUCC Code 8 | Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent |
| Population Density | 741/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.3 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 74.0% |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 4 |
| Restaurants | 8 |
| Retail Stores | 18 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| Avg Commute | 25.5 min |
| Work from Home | 5.2% |