Home Value
$592,600
110% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
74.8%
122% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
21.6%
33% lower than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Lamy Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population115
Median Age59.9 yrs
Density44/mi²
Male / Female30% / 70%
Largest GroupWhite 80%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$59,335
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$10,087M
Housing
Home Value$592,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$812,179
Health
Obesity21.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.3%
Heart Disease3.9%
Climate
Avg Temp51°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain12.1 in/yr
Elevation6,567 ft
Education
A+
Bachelor's+74.8%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.65
Community
2024 VoteR 24% / D 73%
CommuteN/A
Broadband82.0%
Libraries8
Is Lamy a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Lamy receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Lamy stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
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%.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Lamy is $592,600, making it a premium housing market at 110% above the U.S. median of $281,900.
Education
Lamy is a highly educated community — 74.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Lamy experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.1 inches, including 22.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.
Lamy has a population of 115 with a density of 44 people per square mile. The median age is 59.9 years, 54% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80%).
Population
59.9yrs
Median Age
54% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 82.2% |
| 5% above US avg |
| Spanish | 17.8% |
| 33% above US avg |
The median household income in Lamy is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.
Income
| |
| Per Capita Income | $59,335 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,177 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $89,177 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 6,768 |
| County GDP | $10,087M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 465 |
| Healthcare | 561 |
| Retail | 775 |
| Manufacturing | 124 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,168 |
| 48% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.87% |
The median home value in Lamy is $592,600, 110% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $812,179.
Home Values
| Census Median | $592,600 |
| 110% above US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $812,179 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $828 |
| 1 Bedroom | $927 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,129 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,496 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,758 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,168 |
| 48% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 0.87% |
In Lamy, 21.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 24.3% report depression. 12.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Lamy vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 21.6% |
| 33% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 6.6% |
| Heart Disease | 3.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 21.7% |
| Asthma | 9.5% |
| COPD | 3.2% |
| Stroke | 2.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 15.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 12.9% |
| Depression | 24.3% |
| Mental Distress | 13.7% |
| Physical Distress | 9.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 67.9% |
| Premature Death | 8,950/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 83.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 561 |
Crime Rates: Lamy vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 24 |
Safety Score
Lamy has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 12.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.
Temperature
31°F Jan (-1°C)
71°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 50.6°F |
| 6% below US avg |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 12.1 inches |
| 68% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 22.3 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 37.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,567 ft (2,002 m) |
| Area | 2.6 sq mi (6.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 44/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.4855°N, 105.8863°W |
| County FIPS | 35049 |