Hamilton, IN

Indiana

Hamilton is a small town in Indiana with a population of 1,849. Residents earn $66,884 per year, which is 11% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
1,849 Population 880/sq mi density
$66,884 Median Income $47,577 per capita
$265,600 Home Value $348,410 Zillow
$929 Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$66,884 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$265,600 home value, $929/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $66,884
11% lower than US avg
Home Value $265,600
6% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.2%
40% lower than US avg
Median Rent $929
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.0%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.5%
64% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,849
Median Age52.0 yrs
Density880/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

A
Median Income$66,884
Per Capita$47,577
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty4.5%
County GDP$2,187M
Commute26 min

Housing

A
Home Value$265,600
Rent$929
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$348,410

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.8%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain37.9 in/yr
Elevation900 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.2%
High School+95.8%
School Score7.58

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 25%
Commute26 min
Libraries7

Is Hamilton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hamilton receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. 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 $66,884, 11% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. Only 4.5% 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 is $265,600, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $929 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

20.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 7.6/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Hamilton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.9 inches, including 32.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Hamilton has a population of 1,849 with a density of 880 people per square mile. The median age is 52.0 years, 34% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.7%).

Population

1,849
Total Population
880
People / sq mi
52.0yrs
Median Age
34% above US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.1%
Female 55.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Hamilton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.2%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.8%
79% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hamilton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hamilton is $66,884, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Hamilton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,884
11% below US avg
Per Capita Income$47,577
Avg Weekly Wage$987
IRS Avg AGI$59,758

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.5%
64% below US avg
Establishments (County)924
County GDP$2,187M

Business (County)

Restaurants71
Healthcare67
Retail124
Manufacturing99

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,132
18% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.56%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.7 min
Work from Home6.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Hamilton is $265,600, 6% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $929 (20% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $348,410.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$265,600
6% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$348,410
Median List Price$1,250,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$1,250,000
$/Sq Ft$354
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio102.5%
Price Drops16.7%
Inventory6

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$929
20% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,118
1 Bedroom$1,267
2 Bedrooms$1,473
3 Bedrooms$1,907
4 Bedrooms$2,338

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied71.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,132
18% above US avg
Effective Rate1.56%
In Hamilton, 37.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.8% report depression. 23.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.0%
15% above US avg
Diabetes10.4%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure33.3%
Asthma11.5%
COPD7.2%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.8%
Physical Inactivity23.1%
Depression27.8%
Mental Distress19.3%
Physical Distress13.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.7%
Checkup Rate77.5%
Premature Death8,265/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access56.7%
Healthcare Facilities67

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Hamilton has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.1°F
9% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.9 inches
0% below US avg
Snowfall32.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood
Good Days %66.7%
Unhealthy Days1

Geography

Elevation900 ft (274 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.4 km²)
Population Density880/sq mi
Coordinates41.5402°N, 84.9198°W
County FIPS39171
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 20.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (40% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 48.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.7%
D 25.4%

Winner: Republican by 48.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.2%
40% below US avg
High School+95.8%
School Test Score7.58
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density880/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities67
Restaurants71
Retail Stores124

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.7 min
Work from Home6.1%

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