Lamont, California Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Lamont, California is 13,481 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 425th-largest city in California. The median household income is $34,436, the median home value is $210,700, and the median age is 31.0.
13,481
Population
2810
People / sq mi
$34,436
Median Income
$210,700
Median Home Value
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Lamont covers 4.8 sq mi of land at 2810 people per square mile.
About Lamont, CA
Educational attainment is the headline number in Lamont: 3.8% of adults 25 and older have a four-year degree. Lamont is a city in California with a population of 13,481.
Household earnings sit near the bottom of the range at $34,436, below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate, 34.1%, is among the steepest of comparable US cities and above the national 12.4%. Property is affordable here, the median home worth $210,700, with typical rent around $982.
Lamont is among the least college-educated US cities, at 3.8% — below the national 35.0%. Remote work is rare here (4.2%, below the national 14.0%), and the average commute runs about 23 minutes each way.
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 44.7% |
| Black or African American | 2.0% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.7% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$34,436
Median Household Income
$14,691
Per Capita Income
34.1%
Poverty Rate
5.5%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$210,700
Median Home Value
$982
Median Rent
45.5%
Owner-Occupied
Education
40.9%
High School+
3.8%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.6%
Drive Alone
80.4%
Public Transit
4.2%
Work From Home
22.8 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
3.6%
Foreign Born
17.9%
Non-English at Home
1.5%
Veterans
10.2%
With Disability
87.6%
Health Insurance
86.6%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Agriculture & Mining | 46.9% |
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 13.9% |
| Construction | 6.0% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 4.9% |
| Retail Trade | 4.7% |
| Manufacturing | 3.8% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 3.3% |
| Public Administration | 2.7% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 2.6% |
| Information | 0.9% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.5% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Lamont, California has a population of 13,481 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 425th-largest city in California.
The median household income in Lamont, California is $34,436, with 34.1% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Lamont, California is $210,700, with median monthly rent at $982 and a homeownership rate of 45.5%.
The median age in Lamont, California is 31.0 years. The population is 51.9% male and 48.1% female.
Lamont Cdp, CA Climate
Lamont Cdp, CA has an average annual temperature of 18°C (64°F) and receives about 180 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is December. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
18°C
Avg Temp
180
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Dec
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 9° / 48° | 29 mm |
| February | 12° / 53° | 32 mm |
| March | 14° / 57° | 36 mm |
| April | 17° / 62° | 16 mm |
| May | 21° / 69° | 6 mm |
| June | 25° / 77° | 2 mm |
| July | 28° / 82° | 0 mm |
| August | 27° / 81° | 2 mm |
| September | 24° / 75° | 5 mm |
| October | 19° / 66° | 9 mm |
| November | 13° / 55° | 23 mm |
| December | 8° / 47° | 20 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Lamont Cdp, CA
The most comfortable months to visit Lamont Cdp, CA are typically May, October and September, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 37°C high). The coldest is December (near 2°C low). March is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.