There are 6 skilled nursing facilities serving Lamar, Missouri. This includes 1 facility in Lamar and 5 nearby. The average daily cost for skilled nursing in Missouri is $174, with costs running between $138 and $299 per day. On a per month basis, this equates to a mean cost of $5,220, with costs ranging from about $4,140 to $8,964. The average yearly cost is $62,640, which is less than the US average of $91,584.
Located in Barton County, Lamar is a small city in the State of Missouri. While the encompassing area contains 1,069,475 inhabitants, there are 8,244 within the city. Those 55 and over compose 31% of the community.
Lamar has a medium SeniorScore™ of 68. The median housing price in the city is $133,500, which is somewhat lower than the Missouri average of $153,000. Lamar has a moderate unemployment rate of approximately 7.38%. The city's median household income is $42,000 ($19,000 per capita), versus the average of $43,000 for the state of Missouri.
Lamar has mild average temperatures, with comfortable winters and balmy summers. The area receives high levels of rainfall each year. Lamar has a moderate rate of crime and above average air quality ratings in comparison to other cities.