Lamont, Washington Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Lamont, Washington had a total population of 170, the 568th largest town in Washington. The poverty rate is 55.3%.
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 (55.3%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 9.5% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Lamont Quick Facts
How Lamont 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 | 150 | 170 | +13.3% |
How Lamont Compares
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Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
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Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
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Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 56 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Lamont Rankings in Washington
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Other Cities in Whitman County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pullman | 32,229 | $46,812 | 30.4% | $424,800 |
| Colfax | 2,708 | $61,914 | 15.1% | $245,300 |
| Palouse | 1,147 | $88,750 | 3.1% | $286,200 |
| Tekoa | 690 | $46,250 | 12.2% | $211,900 |
| St. John | 607 | $46,250 | 15.7% | $208,300 |
| Rosalia | 513 | $50,938 | 19.8% | $197,700 |
| Albion | 495 | $56,833 | 6.5% | $230,700 |
| Garfield | 475 | $70,625 | 17.2% | $221,200 |
| Endicott | 425 | $45,625 | 9.9% | $163,000 |
| Uniontown | 400 | $71,563 | 7.2% | $337,500 |
Cities Similar to Lamont
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Willapa | 172 | N/A | $263,600 | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Index | 173 | N/A | $580,400 | 14.4% | 13.3% |
| Markham | 166 | $90,956 | N/A | 4.8% | 0.0% |
| Waverly | 166 | $65,909 | $225,000 | 22.1% | 6.0% |
| Northport | 164 | $33,333 | $156,300 | 21.5% | 17.7% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 170, Lamont'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
Lamont is a small community located in Washington, within Whitman County. The total population is 170. It ranks as the 568th most populous out of 628 Census-designated places in Washington.
Age Demographics
The median age in Lamont is 33.1 years. This is 14% lower than the state median of 38.3 years. With 36.5% of the population under 18, Lamont has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 55.3%. This is 458% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.9%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The survey records no unemployed residents in Lamont, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $102,100. Housing costs are 82% lower than the state median of $564,600. 95.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 50% higher than the state average of 63.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
Lamont has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 85.3% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 11.2%.
Education
9.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 76% lower than the state rate of 39.6%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 67.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Lamont, Washington 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 Washington state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 628 Census-designated places in Washington. 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 Lamont, Washington?
Lamont, Washington has a population of 170 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Lamont, WA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Lamont — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Lamont, WA?
The poverty rate in Lamont is 55.3%. This means approximately 94 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Lamont, Washington?
Lamont's population is 85.3% White, 0.0% Black, 11.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Lamont, WA?
The median home value in Lamont is $102,100.
How educated is Lamont, Washington?
9.5% of adults (25+) in Lamont hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.