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Hamilton, KS
Full City Profile · Kansas · Greenwood County County
Hamilton, KS
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 $29,741 , which is 60% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,773. The unemployment rate stands at 3.4% (6% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 15.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 206 business establishments, including 12 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Hamilton is $25,000 , 91% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $129,596. The cost of living index is 90.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1938.
Safety & Crime
Hamilton reports 115 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 70% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,832/100K.
Education
10.9% of adults in Hamilton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (68% below the national average). 75.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Hamilton has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 317 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 40.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.