Lamar, Nebraska Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Lamar, Nebraska had a total population of 20, the 554th largest village in Nebraska. The poverty rate is 80.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (80.0%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Unemployment rate of 75.0% is notably above the national average.
Lamar Quick Facts
How Lamar Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 7 | 20 | +185.7% |
How Lamar Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
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Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 41 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Lamar Rankings in Nebraska
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Other Cities in Chase County
Cities Similar to Lamar
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crab Orchard | 20 | $62,500 | $43,000 | 46.7% | 5.0% |
| Emmet | 20 | $63,750 | N/A | 11.8% | 5.0% |
| Hendley | 21 | N/A | $65,000 | 6.3% | 38.1% |
| Sarben | 21 | N/A | $350,000 | 14.3% | 0.0% |
| Stockham | 19 | N/A | $106,300 | 21.4% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 20, Lamar's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Lamar is a small community located in Nebraska, within Chase County. The total population is 20. It ranks as the 554th most populous out of 583 Census-designated places in Nebraska.
Age Demographics
The median age in Lamar is 29.5 years. This is 21% lower than the state median of 37.2 years. With 50.0% of the population under 18, Lamar has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 80.0%. This is 655% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.6%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The unemployment rate is 75.0%. This is 2375% higher than the state rate of 3.0%. 40.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 40% lower than the state average of 66.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Lamar is Hispanic or Latino, making up 80.0% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 20.0%. The White (non-Hispanic) population (20.0%) is well below the state average of 75.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (80.0% vs 12.7%).
Education
0.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. No surveyed resident aged 25 or older reported leaving school before earning a high school diploma, though a rate of exactly 100% reflects the limits of a small sample.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Lamar, Nebraska is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Nebraska state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 583 Census-designated places in Nebraska. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Lamar, Nebraska?
Lamar, Nebraska has a population of 20 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Lamar, NE?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Lamar — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Lamar, NE?
The poverty rate in Lamar is 80.0%. This means approximately 16 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Lamar, Nebraska?
Lamar's population is 20.0% White, 0.0% Black, 80.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Lamar, NE?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Lamar — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Lamar, Nebraska?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Lamar hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.