Economy & Jobs — Lamar, Missouri
Income & Employment
| Median Household Income (Census) | $36,705 |
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| Estimated 2026 | ~$39,800 |
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| Per Capita Income | $21,721 |
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| Poverty Rate | 32.6% |
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| Unemployment Rate | 0.0% |
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| In Labor Force | 1,633 |
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Top Industries
| Industry | Share |
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| Education Healthcare | 27.1% |
| Manufacturing | 25.7% |
| Arts Food | 8.5% |
Local Businesses (County)
| Type | Count |
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| Gas Stations | 9 |
| Fast Food | 8 |
| Commercial Banks | 6 |
| Physician Offices | 5 |
| General Merchandise | 4 |
| Child Day Care | 4 |
| Auto Repair | 3 |
| Insurance Agencies | 3 |
| Law Offices | 3 |
| Full Service Restaurants | 3 |
Sources: Census ACS 5-Year 2023; BLS QCEW 2023; Census ACS 5-Year 2023, B19013.
