Cost of Living in Lamar County, AL

What does it cost to live in Lamar County? Income, housing, and affordability breakdown.

Median Income

$49,565

Median Rent

$495/mo

Median Home

$108,200

Affordability

683

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$547
Property Tax$22
Insurance$36

Total Monthly$605
% of Income14.6%

Renting

Median Rent$495
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$520
% of Income12%

Living in Lamar County, Alabama

Lamar County has a median household income of $49,565 with housing costs that represent 14.6% of income for owners and 12% for renters. Housing costs are within the recommended 30% of income threshold.

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County-level data from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2022 5-Year Estimates. Additional sources: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Bureau of Economic Analysis. Estimates are county-level medians. This is not financial advice.