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Hamel, France

Hauts-de-France · 🇫🇷 France

Hamel is a small town in Hauts-de-France, France with a population of 769. Elevation: 131 ft (40 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
769 Population 553/sq mi density
131 ft Elevation 40 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
38.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$25,110 Median Income
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$25,110 median income, 12.5% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.8 / 5.0
$603/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $25,110
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.7%
6% lower than US avg
Median Rent $603
48% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 9.7%
70% lower than US avg
Unemployment 12.5%
247% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.1%
99% lower than US avg

People

Population769
Median Age42.3 yrs
Density553/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

C
Median Income$25,110
Per Capita$44,700
Unemployment12.5%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

B+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$603
OwnershipN/A

Health

Obesity9.7%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking33.4%
Depression18.0%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI17 (Good)
Rain38.2 in/yr
Sunny Days218/yr
Elevation131 ft (40 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+31.7%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband86.8%
Population769
Population Density553 / sq mi
Elevation131 ft (40 m)
Coordinates50.2795°, 3.0742°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceHauts-de-France
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average65°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation38.2 inches (970 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.7 inches (12 cm)
Median Household Income$25,110
Median Age42.3 years

Is Hamel a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hamel receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Hamel offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hamel is $25,110, 67% below the national average of $75,149. At 12.5%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $603 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

31.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Hamel experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 218 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 38.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Hamel has a population of 769 with a density of 553 people per square mile, spread across 1.4 square miles. The median age is 42.3 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.5% female and 48.5% male. 22.6% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 82.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

769
Total Population
553
People / sq mi
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Hamel vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Hamel vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hamel is $25,110, which is 67% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,700 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 12.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.1% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 73.7, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Hamel vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$25,110
67% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment12.5%
247% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.1%
99% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living73.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $603 (48% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$603
48% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

In Hamel, 9.7% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.9% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 29.1% have high blood pressure. 33.4% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 11.2% report binge drinking. 87.0% are physically inactive, above the national average. 18.0% report depression.

Health Metrics: Hamel vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity9.7%
70% below US avg
Diabetes5.9%
High Blood Pressure29.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking33.4%
139% above US avg
Binge Drinking11.2%
Physical Inactivity87.0%
Depression18.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.0%

Food & Exercise

Hamel experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 218 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 38.2 inches. The area receives 4.7 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17 — among the cleanest air in the country. 92% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 131 feet.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 65°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average53.8°F
0% below US avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average65°F (19°C)
Sunny Days218 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.2 inches
0% below US avg
Snowfall4.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.6%

Geography

Elevation131 ft (40 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.6 km²)
Population Density553/sq mi
Coordinates50.2795°N, 3.0742°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (6°C) 2.2 in
February 38°F (4°C) 1.7 in Coldest, Driest
March 44°F (6°C) 2.2 in
April 48°F (9°C) 1.9 in
May 55°F (13°C) 2.4 in
June 59°F (15°C) 2.6 in
July 65°F (19°C) 2.3 in Warmest
August 64°F (18°C) 2.0 in
September 58°F (15°C) 2.3 in
October 51°F (11°C) 2.4 in
November 43°F (6°C) 2.6 in Wettest
December 40°F (4°C) 2.5 in

Hamel has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F — from 38°F in February to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 27.2 inches, with November being the wettest month (2.6") and February the driest (1.7").

31.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 6% below the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 86.8% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+31.7%
6% below US avg
High School+99.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density553/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Hamel

What is the population of Hamel?

Hamel has a population of 769 residents and is located in France. The population density is 553 people per square mile, spread across 1.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 42.3 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.5% female and 48.5% male.

Is Hamel expensive to live in?

Hamel is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 73.7 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $25,110, 67% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $603 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Hamel?

Hamel has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 218 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 38.2 inches, with 4.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 17.

How is the job market in Hamel?

The job market in Hamel faces challenges, with unemployment at 12.5% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Hamel?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $603.

How are the schools in Hamel?

31.7% of adults in Hamel hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Hamel?

The obesity rate in Hamel is 9.7% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 33.4% of adults are smokers. 87.0% are physically inactive. 18.0% of residents report depression.

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