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Hamilton Branch, CA

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Hamilton Branch is a small town in California with a population of 504. Residents earn $106,591 per year, which is 42% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
504 Population 462/sq mi density
$106,591 Median Income $40,269 per capita
$365,400 Home Value
$1,145 Median Rent 13.1% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$106,591 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$365,400 home value, $1,145/mo rent
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $106,591
42% higher than US avg
Home Value $365,400
30% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.3%
19% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,145
2% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.8%
13% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.8%
19% higher than US avg

How Hamilton Branch Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population504
Median Age57.6 yrs
Density462/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 81%
Veterans6.3%

Economy

A+
Median Income$106,591
Per Capita$40,269
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty14.8%
County GDP$1,482M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$365,400
Rent$1,145
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units366
Rent Burden13.1%

Health

Obesity27.8%
Uninsured5.6%
Smoking11.2%
Depression25.0%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (10°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain37.1 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation4,697 ft (1,432 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.3%
High School+94.9%
Graduate+17.2%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 40%
Commute32 min
Broadband85.8%
Libraries4

Is Hamilton Branch a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hamilton Branch receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Hamilton Branch stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hamilton Branch is $106,591, which is significantly higher than the national average — 42% above $75,149. This places Hamilton Branch among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 14.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hamilton Branch is $365,400, 30% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,145 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

27.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Hamilton Branch experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.1 inches, including 109.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Hamilton Branch has a population of 504 with a density of 462 people per square mile. The median age is 57.6 years, 48% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81%), with 13.9% Hispanic.

Population

504
Total Population
462
People / sq mi
57.6yrs
Median Age
48% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.6%
Female 44.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Hamilton Branch vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.4%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.6%
88% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hamilton Branch vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hamilton Branch is $106,591, which is 42% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Hamilton Branch vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$106,591
42% above US avg
Per Capita Income$40,269
Avg Weekly Wage$1,151
IRS Avg AGI$74,261

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.8%
19% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,004
County GDP$1,482M

Business (County)

Restaurants100
Healthcare49
Retail89
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,141
47% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.41%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.1 min
Drive Alone71.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Hamilton Branch is $365,400, 30% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,145 (2% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$365,400
30% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,145
2% below US avg
Rent Burden13.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,513
1 Bedroom$1,647
2 Bedrooms$2,053
3 Bedrooms$2,752
4 Bedrooms$3,165

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.9%
Housing Units366
Median Year Built1978

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,141
47% above US avg
Effective Rate1.41%
In Hamilton Branch, 27.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 5.6% of residents lack health insurance. 11.2% are current smokers. 25.0% report depression. 17.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Hamilton Branch vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.8%
13% below US avg
Diabetes7.8%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure27.6%
Asthma10.4%
COPD4.9%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.2%
20% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.7%
Physical Inactivity17.6%
Depression25.0%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress11.9%
Short Sleep34.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.9%
Uninsured5.6%
35% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,328
Dentists1:1,209
Mental Health1:348
Checkup Rate70.2%
Dental Visits65.8%
Premature Death8,792/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access91.5%
Healthcare Facilities49
Hamilton Branch has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.1 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average49.1°F
9% below US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.1 inches
2% below US avg
Snowfall109.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,697 ft (1,432 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.8 km²)
Population Density462/sq mi
Coordinates40.2773°N, 121.0961°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06063
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 27.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (19% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16.9-point margin. 85.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.9%
D 39.9%

Winner: Republican by 16.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.3%
19% below US avg
High School+94.9%
Graduate Degree+17.2%
School Test Score4.69
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density462/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.8%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities49
Restaurants100
Retail Stores89

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.1 min
Drive Alone71.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.7%

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