How long is the commute from Lamar, MO?
Workers who live in Lamar, MO take an average of 21.9 minutes to get to work (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
90.2% of workers drive alone to work.
0.0% take public transportation.
1.0% of workers walk to work.
2.1% work from home.
13.9% of households have no vehicle.
Figures last updated on .
- Average commute
- 21.9 minutes (±5.3)
- Public transportation
- 0.0%
- Work from home
- 2.1%
- Households without a car
- 13.9%
How people in Lamar get to work
| Means of transportation | Lamar | Barton County | Missouri | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone | 90.2% (±5.4 points) | 84.2% | 74.8% | 68.8% |
| Carpooled | 6.8% (±5.3 points) | 5.4% | 8.1% | 8.5% |
| Public transportation | 0.0% (±2.1 points) | 0.0% | 0.8% | 3.2% |
| Walked | 1.0% (±1.5 points) | 2.0% | 1.8% | 2.4% |
| Other means (bicycle, taxi, motorcycle) | 0.0% (±2.1 points) | 0.7% | 1.4% | 2.0% |
| Worked from home | 2.1% (±3.0 points) | 7.8% | 13.0% | 15.1% |
In Lamar, the average commute is not measurably different from Barton County (23.9 minutes).
It is not measurably different from Missouri (23.5 minutes).
It is not measurably different from the national figure (26.4 minutes).
In Lamar, the share commuting by public transportation is not measurably different from Barton County (0.0%).
It is not measurably different from Missouri (0.8%).
It is lower than the national figure (3.2%).
In Barton County, Lamar ranks 10 of 19 places with a published estimate, from highest to lowest average commute.
Statewide, it ranks 766 of 1,149.
Rankings use the estimates alone; where margins of error overlap, neighboring ranks may not truly differ.
Cars per household in Lamar
| Vehicles available | Lamar | Barton County | Missouri | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle | 13.9% (±6.6 points) | 8.8% | 6.6% | 8.4% |
| 1 vehicle | 28.0% (±8.5 points) | 24.1% | 33.0% | 33.1% |
| 2 vehicles | 31.0% (±9.7 points) | 33.4% | 37.5% | 36.6% |
| 3 or more vehicles | 27.1% (±9.5 points) | 33.7% | 22.8% | 21.9% |
In Lamar, the share of households without a vehicle is not measurably different from Barton County (8.8%).
It is also higher than in Missouri (6.6%).
It is not measurably different from the national figure (8.4%).
Working from home and internet access in Lamar
| Lamar | Barton County | Missouri | United States | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Workers working from home | 2.1% (±3.0 points) | 7.8% (±2.5 points) | 13.0% (±0.2 points) | 15.1% |
| Households with a computer | 95.8% (±3.3 points) | 91.0% (±2.4 points) | 94.8% (±0.1 points) | 95.5% |
| Households with broadband internet | 91.8% (±5.1 points) | 82.7% (±3.4 points) | 89.3% (±0.2 points) | 91.0% |
In Lamar, the share of households with a broadband subscription is higher than in Barton County (82.7%).
It is not measurably different from Missouri (89.3%).
It is not measurably different from the national figure (91.0%).
Average commute in places near Lamar
| Place | Distance | Average commute | Compared with this place |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lamar | — | 21.9 minutes (±5.3) | — |
| City Township | 0.0 mi | 21.9 minutes (±5.3) | Not measurably different |
| Lamar Heights | 0.8 mi | 10.3 minutes (±4.8) | Lower |
| Lamar Township | 1.6 mi | 19.8 minutes (±5.1) | Not measurably different |
| Richland Township (Barton County) | 6.7 mi | 19.6 minutes (±6.8) | Not measurably different |
| Northfork Township | 7.0 mi | 29.2 minutes (±3.0) | Higher |
| Central Township | 7.8 mi | 35.9 minutes (±19.4) | Not measurably different |
| Union Township (Barton County) | 8.3 mi | 22.8 minutes (±4.6) | Not measurably different |
| Doylesport Township | 8.3 mi | 32.4 minutes (±4.4) | Higher |
Nearby places with a measurably lower figure: Lamar Heights, MO (10.3 minutes).
Nearby places with a measurably higher figure: Northfork Township, MO (29.2 minutes), Doylesport Township, MO (32.4 minutes).
Distance is measured in a straight line between the Census Bureau’s internal points for each place.
Average commute across Barton County, place by place
| Rank | Place | Average commute |
|---|---|---|
| 4 | Leroy Township | 31.3 minutes (±9.8) |
| 5 | Northfork Township | 29.2 minutes (±3.0) |
| 6 | Golden City Township | 26.0 minutes (±4.3) |
| 7 | Liberal | 24.7 minutes (±3.6) |
| 8 | Union Township (Barton County) | 22.8 minutes (±4.6) |
| 9 | Golden City | 22.4 minutes (±5.3) |
| 10 (tie) | Lamar | 21.9 minutes (±5.3) |
| 10 (tie) | City Township | 21.9 minutes (±5.3) |
| 12 | South West Township | 21.8 minutes (±3.7) |
| 13 | Mindenmines | 21.0 minutes (±4.6) |
| 14 | Lamar Township | 19.8 minutes (±5.1) |
| 15 | Nashville Township | 19.7 minutes (±8.9) |
| 16 | Richland Township (Barton County) | 19.6 minutes (±6.8) |
Showing 13 of 19 places in Barton County, ranked from highest to lowest.
Survey years: 2020–2024 (American Community Survey 5-year estimates).
Margins of error are at the 90% confidence level.
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Questions about Lamar
How long is the average commute in Lamar?
Workers who live in Lamar, MO take an average of 21.9 minutes each way (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
Can you live in Lamar without a car?
13.9% of households in Lamar have no vehicle, and 0.0% of workers commute by public transportation.
How many people work from home in Lamar?
2.1% (±3.0 points) of workers who live in Lamar worked from home, and 91.8% of households have a broadband subscription.
Sources
- Selected Economic Characteristics (DP03), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Lamar city, Missouri
- Selected Housing Characteristics (DP04), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Lamar city, Missouri
- Selected Social Characteristics (DP02), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Lamar city, Missouri
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DP03_0018E, DP03_0018M, DP03_0025E, DP03_0025M, DP03_0019PE, DP03_0019PM, DP03_0020PE, DP03_0020PM, DP03_0021PE, DP03_0021PM, DP03_0022PE, DP03_0022PM, DP03_0023PE, DP03_0023PM, DP03_0024PE, DP03_0024PM, DP04_0058PE, DP04_0058PM, DP04_0059PE, DP04_0059PM, DP04_0060PE, DP04_0060PM, DP04_0061PE, DP04_0061PM, DP02_0153PE, DP02_0153PM, DP02_0154PE, DP02_0154PM
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Figures last updated on .
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