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Hamilton, IL
Full City Profile · Illinois · Hancock County County
Hamilton, IL
At a Glance
How Hamilton Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Hamilton's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Hamilton a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Hamilton residents earn a median household income of $53,487 , which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $36,009. The unemployment rate stands at 0.9% (75% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 12.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 412 business establishments, including 37 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Hamilton is $105,600 , 63% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $120,751. Median rent is $888/month, with 32.9% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 100.0 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1963.
Safety & Crime
Hamilton reports 129 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 66% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 129/100K.
Education
22.7% of adults in Hamilton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (33% below the national average). 96.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Hamilton has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 39.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.