Apartments for rent in Lamont, CA

The small city of Lamont, California is home to slightly more than 15,000 people. Families with young children are a common sight, as kids under 5 account for an above-average percentage of the community, while retirees account for a smaller percentage of the city. At an average age of just over 29, the city's residents skew notably younger than most cities in California. Home ownership is less common than renting in Lamont, and 41% of residents own their homes, driven in part by a relatively affordable average rent ($834 a month) that is significantly less than the state average.

Among Lamont residents over the age of 25, 1% have a Bachelor's, Master's, Professional, or Doctoral degree. Agriculture is the most common industry in Lamont, making up 21% of the population. Meanwhile, looking at job function, 16% of the city's population works in construction, making it the top field in the city. Lamont workers bring in an average annual income of just over $44,000, around $41,000 less than those elsewhere in California. Lamont's average income also falls below the national average ($73,345).

Lamont residents have an average commute of about 27 minutes. Many residents (37%) drive their car or truck to work, while public transit isn't used. Walking isn't a common way to get to work.