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Lamont, Florida
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 Lamont, Florida
Location in Florida
Lamont, Florida
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Florida |
| County | Jefferson |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.35 sq mi (6.08 km2) |
| • Land | 2.35 sq mi (6.08 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 66 ft (20 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 170 |
| • Density | 72.40/sq mi (27.95/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
32336
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| Area code(s) | 850 |
| FIPS code | 12-39100 |
| GNIS feature ID | 285320 |
Lamont is a small community in Jefferson County, Florida, United States. It's known as a census-designated place (CDP). This means it's an area identified by the U.S. Census Bureau for statistical purposes, but it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town.
In 2020, about 170 people lived in Lamont. This number was a little lower than in 2010, when 178 people lived there. Lamont is also part of the larger Tallahassee Metropolitan Area. This is a region that includes Tallahassee and nearby communities, often linked by jobs and daily life.
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Exploring Lamont's Location
Lamont is found on the eastern side of Jefferson County. It's located at coordinates 30.37694 degrees North and 83.81306 degrees West.
Rivers and Borders
The Aucilla River runs along the eastern edge of Lamont. This river also forms the boundary between Jefferson County and Madison County. The Aucilla River flows south and eventually reaches the Gulf of Mexico, which is about 25 miles (40 kilometers) away.
Major Roads and Nearby Cities
Two main roads, U.S. Route 19 and U.S. Route 27, pass right through the middle of Lamont. These roads connect Lamont to other places:
- You can travel southeast about 23 miles (37 km) to Perry.
- Going west, it's about 6 miles (10 km) to Capps.
- Tallahassee, the capital city of Florida, is about 29 miles (47 km) west of Lamont via US-27.
- Monticello, which is the main town and county seat of Jefferson County, is about 16 miles (26 km) northwest of Lamont via US-19.
Land Area
The Lamont CDP covers an area of about 2.35 square miles (6.1 square kilometers). All of this area is land, with no significant water bodies within its boundaries.
Famous Plantations
Lamont is home to some large and historic properties. These include the Avalon Plantation, which covers about 29,000 acres (117 square kilometers). This plantation is owned by Ted Turner, a well-known media businessman. Another notable property in the area is Oak Hill Plantation.
Learning in Lamont
Students in Lamont attend schools operated by Jefferson County Schools. One of the schools serving the community is Jefferson County Middle / High School.
Lamont's Population Over Time
Lamont was first recognized as a census-designated place in the 2010 U.S. Census. The population figures show a slight decrease between 2010 and 2020.
- In 2010, the population was 178 people.
- In 2020, the population was 170 people.
