Hamilton City, CA

California

Hamilton City is a small town in California with a population of 2,295. Residents earn $70,665 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
2,295 Population 5,598/sq mi density
$70,665 Median Income $23,202 per capita
$278,800 Home Value $284,588 Zillow
$865 Median Rent 19.2% income on rent
63°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$70,665 median income, 6.7% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$278,800 home value, $865/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
4.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,665
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $278,800
1% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.3%
87% lower than US avg
Median Rent $865
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.9%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.7%
86% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.5%
48% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,295
Median Age25.0 yrs
Density5,598/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 16%
Veterans2.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$70,665
Per Capita$23,202
Unemployment6.7%
Poverty6.5%
County GDP$1,468M
Commute26 min

Housing

A
Home Value$278,800
Rent$865
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$284,588
Rent Burden19.2%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.0%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain21.4 in/yr
Elevation147 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.3%
High School+63.3%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 31%
Commute26 min
Broadband87.1%
Libraries4

Is Hamilton City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hamilton City receives an overall livability score of 3.1 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. Hamilton City offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hamilton City is $70,665, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hamilton City is $278,800, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $865 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

4.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 63.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Hamilton City enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 21.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Hamilton City has a population of 2,295 with a density of 5,598 people per square mile. The median age is 25.0 years, 36% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (15.6%), with 1.9% Hispanic.

Population

2,295
Total Population
5,598
People / sq mi
25.0yrs
Median Age
36% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.1%
Female 53.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Hamilton City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only17.8%
77% below US avg
Spanish82.2%
513% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Hamilton City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hamilton City is $70,665, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Hamilton City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,665
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,202
Avg Weekly Wage$1,040
IRS Avg AGI$60,071

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.7%
86% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.5%
48% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,327
County GDP$1,468M

Business (County)

Restaurants58
Healthcare46
Retail71
Manufacturing24

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,708
6% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.33%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.6 min
Drive Alone72.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Hamilton City is $278,800, 1% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $865 (26% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $284,588.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$278,800
1% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$284,588

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$865
26% below US avg
Rent Burden19.2%

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-Occupied62.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,708
6% above US avg
Effective Rate1.33%
In Hamilton City, 33.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.0% report depression. 31.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.9%
6% above US avg
Diabetes12.9%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure28.7%
Asthma8.9%
COPD4.3%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.7%
Physical Inactivity31.0%
Depression19.0%
Mental Distress17.1%
Physical Distress15.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.2%
Checkup Rate68.8%
Premature Death9,723/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access69.6%
Healthcare Facilities46

Crime Rates: Hamilton City vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Hamilton City has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 21.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

47°F Jan (9°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average62.5°F
16% above US avg
January Average47°F (9°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.4 inches
44% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation147 ft (45 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density5,598/sq mi
Coordinates39.7427°N, 122.0109°W
County FIPS06021
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 4.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (87% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 34.9-point margin. 87.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.1%
D 31.2%

Winner: Republican by 34.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.3%
87% below US avg
High School+63.3%
School Test Score4.69
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density5,598/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.1%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities46
Restaurants58
Retail Stores71

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.6 min
Drive Alone72.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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