Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 43.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.79 |
| Below Poverty | 14.1% ▲ 41% above avg |
| College Grads | 24.0% ▼ 38% below avg |
| Unemployment | 6.1% ▲ 24% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 147 (1.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,551 (38.5%) |
| Some College | 2,025 (21.9%) |
| Associates | 1,291 (14%) |
| Bachelors | 942 (10.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,272 (13.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $50,362 ▼ 34% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $113,302 ▼ 59% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $589/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 7,585 |
| Vacant Units | 2,259 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Lamar County is located in Alabama and encompasses 6 ZIP codes spanning 6 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 14,915 residents. With a median age of 43.43, it is a middle-aged county.
Lamar County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $50,361 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 6.1%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 14.1% is above the national average.
Housing in Lamar County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $113,302 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $588. Homeownership rates are high at 75.6%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Lamar County are primarily White (86.78%). Educational attainment is less-educated — 24.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Lamar County, AL is a working-class area in Alabama. The 6 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 35544 | Beaverton | 965 | $54,342 | $117,400 | $842 | 3.1% | 42.8% |
| 35552 | Detroit | 1,014 | $66,250 | $90,200 | $376 | 2.6% | 37.5% |
| 35574 | Kennedy | 1,046 | $37,474 | $98,800 | $667 | 1.2% | 17.8% |
| 35576 | Millport | 3,875 | $63,981 | $116,500 | $706 | 3.1% | 27.1% |
| 35586 | Sulligent | 3,442 | $42,375 | $101,700 | $556 | 6.8% | 20.2% |
| 35592 | Vernon | 4,573 | $43,417 | $126,900 | $490 | 10.6% | 18.8% |