Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.8 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.65 |
| Below Poverty | 14.7% ▲ 47% above avg |
| College Grads | 34.3% ▼ 11% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.4% ▲ 10% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 315 (1.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 6,921 (30.9%) |
| Some College | 3,621 (16.2%) |
| Associates | 3,856 (17.2%) |
| Bachelors | 2,903 (13%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,780 (21.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $62,763 ▼ 18% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $170,098 ▼ 39% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $859/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 15,123 |
| Vacant Units | 1,753 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Lamar County is located in Mississippi and encompasses 3 ZIP codes spanning 3 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 35,581 residents. With a median age of 40.82, it is a middle-aged county.
Lamar County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $62,762 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 5.4%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 14.7% is above the national average.
Housing in Lamar County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $170,098 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $859. Homeownership rates are high at 83.7%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Lamar County are primarily White (83.32%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 34.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Lamar County, MS is a solidly middle-class area in Mississippi. The 3 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.