Lamar town, Oklahoma Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Lamar town, Oklahoma Demographics
Creator: U.S. Census Bureau
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Very AffordableHome value to income ratio of 1.8x is exceptionally low

As of 2026, Lamar town, Oklahoma has a total population of 166, the 575th largest city in Oklahoma, with a median household income of $46,250, which is 27% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 21.1%.

Key Takeaways

Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.8x.
Unemployment rate of 11.7% is notably above the national average.

Lamar town Quick Facts

Population 166

Median Household Income $46,250

Median Home Value $85,000

Poverty Rate 21.1%

Unemployment Rate 11.7%

Median Age 42.3 years

Homeownership Rate 84.3%

Affordability Ratio 1.8x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 11.1%

High School Graduation Rate 89.7%

Diversity Index 49/100

Population 166 575th of 834

Median Income $46,250 below average

Poverty Rate 21.1% 69% higher national

Median Home Value $85,000 below average

How Lamar town Compares

Median Household Income

Lamar town

$46,250

$63,603

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Lamar town

$85,000

$185,900

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 15.7%

$25K-$50K 43.1%

$50K-$100K 27.5%

$100K+ 13.7%

Employment

11.7% Unemployment Rate State: 4.9% | National: 5.2%

45.8% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 84.3%

Renter 15.7%

Affordability Index Very Affordable

1.8x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

22.3%

18-34

15.1%

35-54

29.5%

55-74

24.7%

75+

8.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Moderate Diversity

Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.

State average: 55 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Lamar town Rankings in Oklahoma

#575 Population of 834

#462 Median Income of 834

#514 Education of 834

#466 Home Value of 834

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Cities Similar to Lamar town

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Butler CDP	169	N/A	N/A	0.0%	80.5%
Marble City town	161	$46,000	$77,500	7.8%	22.4%
Christie CDP	173	N/A	$209,500	12.5%	16.8%
Pocasset town	159	$46,250	$96,300	10.2%	22.6%
Devol town	157	N/A	$85,000	19.1%	43.8%

Population Overview

Lamar town is a small community located in Oklahoma. The total population is 166. It ranks as the 575th most populous out of 834 cities and towns in Oklahoma.

Age Demographics

The median age in Lamar town is 42.3 years. This is 15% higher than the state median of 36.9 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Lamar town is $46,250. This is 27% lower than the state median of $63,603. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 41% lower. The poverty rate stands at 21.1%. This is 38% higher than the state poverty rate of 15.3%. 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 11.7%. This is 138% higher than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $85,000. Housing costs are 54% lower than the state median of $185,900. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.8x, Lamar town is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 84.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 28% higher than the state average of 65.8%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Lamar town is White (non-Hispanic), making up 59.0% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 9.0%.

Education

11.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 60% lower than the state rate of 27.8%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 89.7%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Lamar town, Oklahoma is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Oklahoma state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 834 Census-designated places in Oklahoma. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Lamar town, Oklahoma?

Lamar town, Oklahoma has a population of 166 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Lamar town, OK?

The median household income in Lamar town is $46,250, which is 41% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Lamar town, OK?

The poverty rate in Lamar town is 21.1%. This means approximately 35 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Lamar town, Oklahoma?

Lamar town's population is 59.0% White, 0.0% Black, 9.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Lamar town, OK?

The median home value in Lamar town is $85,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.8x.

How educated is Lamar town, Oklahoma?

11.1% of adults (25+) in Lamar town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.