Hamilton, IA

Iowa

Hamilton is a small town in Iowa with a population of 87. Residents earn $70,000 per year, which is 7% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
87 Population 171/sq mi density
$70,000 Median Income $26,483 per capita
50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$70,000 median income, 0.0% unemployment
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,000
7% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.4%
72% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.9%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.4%
73% lower than US avg

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

People

Population87
Median Age35.5 yrs
Density171/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans54.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$70,000
Per Capita$26,483
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty3.4%
County GDP$619M
Commute36 min

Health

Obesity41.9%
Uninsured7.2%
Smoking17.8%
Depression23.3%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain36.5 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation911 ft (278 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.4%
High School+92.5%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score6.04

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
Commute36 min
Broadband36.0%
Libraries1

Is Hamilton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hamilton receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include long commute times, high obesity rates. Hamilton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hamilton is $70,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Education

9.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Hamilton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.5 inches, including 30.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Hamilton has a population of 87 with a density of 171 people per square mile. The median age is 35.5 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.4%), with 4.6% Hispanic.

Population

87
Total Population
171
People / sq mi
35.5yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54%
Female 46%

Race & Ethnicity

Hamilton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hamilton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hamilton is $70,000, which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Hamilton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,000
7% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,483
Avg Weekly Wage$1,282
IRS Avg AGI$69,506

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.4%
73% below US avg
Establishments (County)254
County GDP$619M

Business (County)

Restaurants15
Healthcare20
Retail26
Manufacturing15

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,571
2% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.3 min
Drive Alone97.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

In Hamilton, 41.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.2% of residents lack health insurance. 17.8% are current smokers. 23.3% report depression. 24.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.9%
31% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure32.2%
Asthma10.1%
COPD6.7%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.8%
27% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.4%
Physical Inactivity24.9%
Depression23.3%
Mental Distress19.1%
Physical Distress12.7%
Short Sleep31.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.8%
Uninsured7.2%
16% below US avg
Checkup Rate74.7%
Dental Visits67.8%
Premature Death7,727/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access69.8%
Healthcare Facilities20
Hamilton has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.5 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-5°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average50.0°F
7% below US avg
January Average22°F (-5°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.5 inches
4% below US avg
Snowfall30.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation911 ft (278 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density171/sq mi
Coordinates41.1705°N, 92.9041°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19135
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 9.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 50.7-point margin. 36.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.9%
D 24.2%

Winner: Republican by 50.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.4%
72% below US avg
High School+92.5%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score6.04
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density171/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access36.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities20
Restaurants15
Retail Stores26

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.3 min
Drive Alone97.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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