Median Income
$29,741
60% lower than US avg
Home Value
$25,000
91% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
10.9%
68% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.5%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment
3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
15.1%
22% higher than US avg
How Hamilton Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population205
Median Age47.9 yrs
Density661/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Economy
C+
Median Income$29,741
Per Capita$24,773
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty15.1%
County GDP$209M
Commute28 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$25,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity38.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.5%
Heart Disease5.4%
Climate
Avg Temp55°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain40.0 in/yr
Elevation1,096 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+10.9%
High School+75.5%
School Score4.90
Community
2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
Commute28 min
Libraries4
Is Hamilton a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Hamilton receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. 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 $29,741, 60% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 15.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Hamilton is $25,000, 91% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
10.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Hamilton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.0 inches, including 8.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Hamilton has a population of 205 with a density of 661 people per square mile. The median age is 47.9 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.1%), with 4.9% Hispanic.
Population
47.9yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Hamilton is $29,741, which is 60% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $29,741 |
| 60% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $24,773 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $739 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $54,787 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.4% |
| 6% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 15.1% |
| 22% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 206 |
| County GDP | $209M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 12 |
| Healthcare | 11 |
| Retail | 26 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,920 |
| 17% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 11.68% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 28.4 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Hamilton is $25,000, 91% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $25,000 |
| 91% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $790 |
| 1 Bedroom | $822 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,079 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,294 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,570 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,920 |
| 17% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 11.68% |
In Hamilton, 38.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.5% report depression. 23.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Hamilton vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.5% |
| 20% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.0% |
| Heart Disease | 5.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.9% |
| Asthma | 10.4% |
| COPD | 6.3% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.7% |
| Depression | 22.5% |
| Mental Distress | 17.9% |
| Physical Distress | 11.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 82.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 72.8% |
| Premature Death | 10,764/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 59.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 11 |
Crime Rates: Hamilton vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
Safety Score
Hamilton has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Temperature
31°F Jan (-1°C)
79°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 55.3°F |
| 2% above US avg |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 40.0 inches |
| 5% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 8.6 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,096 ft (334 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 661/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.9806°N, 96.1638°W |
| County FIPS | 20073 |