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Hamilton, United Kingdom
Scotland · United Kingdom
Hamilton is a mid-size city in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 54,480. Elevation: 223 ft (68 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).
Data updated June 2026
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A+Community
| Population | 54,480 |
| Population Density | 63 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 223 ft (68 m) |
| Coordinates | 55.7667°, -4.0333° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | Scotland |
| Average Temperature | 48°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 38°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 59.2 inches (1,504 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 14.5 inches (37 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $52,230 |
| Median Age | 40.6 years |
About Hamilton
Hamilton is a mid-size city in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 54,480. The city sits at an elevation of 223 feet (68 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 59.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Population
Gender Distribution
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Hamilton vs United Kingdom Average
Income: Hamilton vs United Kingdom
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $52,230 |
| 30% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $52,230 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,004 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.8% |
| 32% above United Kingdom avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 4,958 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 60.0% |
| Public Transit | 18.0% |
| Work from Home | 24.0% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $219,092 |
| 22% below United Kingdom avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,306 |
| 12% above United Kingdom avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 65.0% |
| Owner-Occupied | 65.0% |
| Renter-Occupied | 35.0% |
| Housing Units | 21,792 |
Property Tax
Climate in Hamilton
Hamilton has an average annual temperature of 8.3°C (47°F). The hottest month is Jul (14.5°C), the coldest is Jan (2.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1036 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 47.6°F |
| 12% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 38°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (14°C) |
| Sunny Days | 193 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 223 ft (68 m) |
| Area | 862.8 sq mi (2,234.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 63/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 55.7667°N, 4.0333°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38°F (4°C) | 6.3 in | Wettest |
| February | 38°F (3°C) | 4.4 in | Coldest |
| March | 41°F (5°C) | 4.7 in | |
| April | 44°F (7°C) | 2.7 in | Driest |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 2.9 in | |
| June | 54°F (12°C) | 2.8 in | |
| July | 56°F (14°C) | 3.0 in | |
| August | 57°F (14°C) | 3.8 in | Warmest |
| September | 53°F (12°C) | 5.2 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 6.0 in | |
| November | 42°F (6°C) | 5.9 in | |
| December | 39°F (4°C) | 6.0 in |
Hamilton has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 38°F in February to 57°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 53.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.3") and April the driest (2.7").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 50.0% |
| 48% above United Kingdom avg | |
| High School+ | 84.0% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 63/sq mi |
| Total Area | 862.8 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 60.0% |
| Public Transit | 18.0% |
| Work from Home | 24.0% |
Schools in Hamilton
12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hamilton Grammar School | - | - | - | - |
| St. John's Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| St. Mary's Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Hamilton College | - | - | - | - |
| Early Learning Unit | - | - | - | - |
| Woodside Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Chatelherault Primary School & Nursery | - | - | - | - |
| Woodhead Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Our Lady and St Anne's Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Neilsland Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| St Peter's Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| St Mark's Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Hamilton
19 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linn Classical | classical | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Clyde Built Radio | arts, community radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Linn Jazz | jazz | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Celtic Music Radio | - | MP3 | |
| Orryy Live | 24/7, bouncy | MP3 | |
| Capital FM Glasgow | - | AAC 48 kbps | |
| Buena Vida | community radio, multi genre | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Regal Radio | blues, community radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Impact-Digital-Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Go Radio Glasgow | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Quality Radio | - | MP3 | |
| Johnstone Sound | - | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Jambo! Radio | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| HBSA Hospital Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Heart FM Glasgow | - | AAC 48 kbps | |
| Sunny G Community Radio | community | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Radio Buena Vida | community radio, music | MP3 192 kbps | |
| 100.8 Home Radio | - | MP3 | |
| Stirling Community Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Hamilton
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Auld Kirk Museum | ||||
| Colzium Museum | ||||
| Cumbernauld Museum | ||||
| David Livingstone Museum | ||||
| Douglas Heritage Museum | ||||
| Glasgow Police Museum | ||||
| Holmwood House | ||||
| Kilsyth Museum | ||||
| Low Parks Museum | ||||
| Motherwell Heritage Centre | ||||
| National Museum of Rural Life | ||||
| National Piping Centre | ||||
| People's Palace | ||||
| Provand's Lordship | ||||
| Royal Highland Fusiliers | ||||
| Scotland Street School Museum | ||||
| Scottish Football Museum | ||||
| Shotts Heritage Centre | ||||
| St Mungo Museum of Religious Life & Art | ||||
| Summerlee Museum of Scottish Industrial Life | ||||
| The Museum of Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons Glasgow | ||||
| The Tenement House |
Libraries in Hamilton
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abronhill Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Airdrie Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Airdrie Public Library & Observatory | 0.0 | |||||
| Baillieston Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Barmulloch Community Centre and Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Blantyre Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bonnybridge Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bothwell Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bridgeton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Burnbank Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Busby Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cambuslang Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Carluke Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Castlemilk Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Chapelhall Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Clarkston Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cleland Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Condorrat Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Couper Institute Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Craighead Library Craighead Community Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Cumbernauld Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dennistoun Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Eaglesham Library | 0.0 | |||||
| East Kilbride Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Falkirk Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Glasgow Centre For The Deaf | 0.0 | |||||
| Glasgow University Library Research Annexe | 0.0 | |||||
| Glasgow Women's Libraryü | 0.0 | |||||
| Glasgow Zine Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Gorbals Library and Real Learning Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Govanhill Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Greenhills Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hamilton Town House Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hillhouse Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kilsyth Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Langside Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Larkhall Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lennoxtown Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lenzie Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lesmahagow Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Library @ The Bridge | 0.0 | |||||
| Library at GoMA | 0.0 | |||||
| Main Street Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Milton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Milton Library and Learning Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Mitchell Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Music Broth - Scotland's Loudest Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Parkhead Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Possilpark Library & Learning Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Riddrie Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Royston Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Rutherglen Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Shettleston Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Shotts Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Slamannan Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Springburn Library | 0.0 | |||||
| St Leonards Library & Community Hall | 0.0 | |||||
| Stepps Cultural Centre & Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Stonehouse Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Uddingston Library | 0.0 | |||||
| University of Strathclyde Library | 0.0 | |||||
| William Patrick Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Woodside Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Hamilton
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barras East End Studios | |||||
| Barras East End Studios | |||||
| Blochairn Car Boot Sale | |||||
| Blochairn Car Boot Sale | |||||
| Bridgeton Cross Retail Market | |||||
| Bridgeton Cross Retail Market | |||||
| Glasgow Antiques and Collectables Market | |||||
| Glasgow Antiques and Collectables Market | |||||
| InShopz | |||||
| Market Square | |||||
| Marketland | |||||
| Marketland | |||||
| McIver's Markets | |||||
| McIver's Markets | |||||
| Savoy Centre | |||||
| Savoy Centre | |||||
| The New Market | |||||
| The Square Yard |
Hotels in Hamilton
6 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Hamilton
14 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Hamilton
10 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Hamilton
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Hamilton
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Hamilton
2 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Hamilton
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Hamilton
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Hamilton
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Hamilton
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Hamilton
3 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Hamilton
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Hamilton
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Hamilton
5 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Hamilton
2 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Hamilton
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Hamilton
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drygate | ||||
| Epochal Barrel Fermented Ales | ||||
| Epochal Barrel Fermented Ales | ||||
| Shilling Brewing Company | ||||
| Shilling Brewing Company |
Stadiums & Teams in Hamilton
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Hamilton
2 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newmilns Snow & Sports Complex | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Snow Factor | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Hamilton
30 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Edinburgh Airport | EDI | Large Airport |
| Glasgow Airport | GLA | Large Airport |
| Glasgow Prestwick Airport | PIK | Large Airport |
| Balado Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Benston Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Blair Drummond Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Broomhill Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Buchlyvie Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Cumbernauld Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Dollar airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| East Lochlane Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Glenswinton Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kier Garden Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kilkerran UL | - | Small Airport |
| Latch Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Mayfield Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Mosside Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Nethershields Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| New Grimmet Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Perth/Scone Airport | PSL | Small Airport |
| Polmont | - | Small Airport |
| Portmoak Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| RAF Kirknewton | - | Small Airport |
| Sheardale airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Skydive Strathallan | - | Small Airport |
| South Barnbeth Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Stonehill Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Strathaven Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Thankerton private airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Thornhill Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Hamilton
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Almada Street Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Hamilton
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Calton Athletic Recovery Group |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Hamilton
15 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Cadzow Parish Church | |
| Evangelical Church | |
| Hamilton Baptist Church | |
| Hamilton Old Parish Church | |
| Hamilton Old Parish Church, West Campus | |
| Hamilton South Parish Church | |
| Hamilton Spiritualist Church | |
| Saint Mary's Scottish Episcopal Church | |
| St Mary's | |
| St. Andrew's Parish Church | |
| St. Johns Church | |
| St. Peter's | |
| The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints | |
| The Salvation Army Community Church | |
| United Reformed Church |
Explore Near Hamilton
Quick Facts
Things to See Near Hamilton
62 places within 15 km
- • Basket Kilns (destroyed)
- • Beech Avenue (with agricultural ridge)
- • Bothwellhaugh Roman Bathhouse
- • Calderwood Castle
- • Camp Knowe
- + 45 more
- • Cadzow Castle (ruin)
- • Castlehill (Motte & ditches)
- • Cathcart Castle
- • Craigneith Castle
- • Craignethan Castle
- + 7 more
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What is the population of Hamilton?
Hamilton has a population of 54,480 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 63 people per square mile, spread across 862.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.
Is Hamilton expensive to live in?
The median household income is $52,230, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $219,092 (22% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,306 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
What is the weather like in Hamilton?
Hamilton has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 193 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 59.2 inches, with 14.5 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Hamilton?
Hamilton has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,004. There are 4,958 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Hamilton?
The median home value in Hamilton is $219,092. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,306. The homeownership rate is 65.0%.
How are the schools in Hamilton?
50.0% of adults in Hamilton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 84.0% have completed high school.
What are the demographics of Hamilton?
90% of residents speak only English at home.