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Hamilton, MO

Missouri

Hamilton is a small town in Missouri with a population of 1,909. Residents earn $56,548 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
1,909 Population 1,299/sq mi density
$56,548 Median Income $25,656 per capita
$139,200 Home Value $226,046 Zillow
$614 Median Rent 21.4% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
58 Violent Crime/100K 1,403 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$56,548 median income, 2.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$139,200 home value, $614/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
58 violent crimes/100K (85% below avg)
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
21.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,548
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $139,200
51% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 58/100K
85% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.9%
35% lower than US avg
Median Rent $614
47% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.2%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.6%
15% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,909
Median Age35.2 yrs
Density1,299/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans8.2%

Economy

B+
Median Income$56,548
Per Capita$25,656
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty10.6%
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$139,200
Rent$614
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$226,046
Housing Units813
Rent Burden21.4%

Crime

F
Violent58/100K
Property1,403/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault58/100K
Burglary117/100K

Health

Obesity38.2%
Uninsured8.9%
Smoking17.7%
Depression26.8%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (11°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain36.3 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation994 ft (303 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.9%
High School+92.2%
Graduate+4.6%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute27 min
Broadband83.6%

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, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. 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 $56,548, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. 10.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hamilton is $139,200, 51% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $614 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Hamilton is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 58 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,403 per 100,000, 28% below the national average.

Education

21.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Hamilton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Hamilton has a population of 1,909 with a density of 1,299 people per square mile, spread across 1.5 square miles. The median age is 35.2 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.3% female and 48.7% male. The city is predominantly White (95.2%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.7% of residents. 8.2% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 10.8% of residents have a disability. 87.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,909
Total Population
1,299
People / sq mi
35.2yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%
Female 51.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Hamilton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.7%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.3%
83% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hamilton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hamilton is $56,548, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,656 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The cost of living index is 90.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes. 11.1% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Hamilton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,548
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,656

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.6%
15% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.4 min
Drive Alone75.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Hamilton is $139,200, 51% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $226,046, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 0% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $614 (47% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $775 for a one-bedroom to $970 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 813 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1967. 21.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.5x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$139,200
51% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$226,046
Median List Price$375,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$375,000
$/Sq Ft$42
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio0.0%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$614
47% below US avg
Rent Burden21.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$732
1 Bedroom$775
2 Bedrooms$970
3 Bedrooms$1,265
4 Bedrooms$1,457

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied64.6%
Housing Units813
Median Year Built1967

Property Tax

In Hamilton, 38.2% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.8% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.7% of residents. 32.1% have high blood pressure. 17.7% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 18.2% report binge drinking. 29.1% are physically inactive, above the national average. 26.8% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.5% experience frequent mental distress. 8.9% of residents lack health insurance.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.2%
19% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure32.1%
Asthma11.0%
COPD7.6%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.7%
26% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.2%
Physical Inactivity29.1%
Depression26.8%
Mental Distress19.5%
Physical Distress14.2%
Short Sleep38.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.0%
Uninsured8.9%
3% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.8%
Dental Visits57.6%

Food & Exercise

Hamilton has a violent crime rate of 58 per 100,000 residents, 85% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 58.5 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 1,403 per 100,000, 28% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 994, burglary at 117, vehicle theft at 292 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Hamilton receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent58.5/100K
85% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault58.5/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,402.7/100K
28% below US avg
Burglary116.9/100K
Theft993.6/100K
Vehicle Theft292.2/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Hamilton experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 270 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 36.3 inches. The area receives 3.8 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 994 feet.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average52.6°F
3% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.3 inches
4% below US avg
Snowfall3.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation994 ft (303 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.8 km²)
Population Density1,299/sq mi
Coordinates39.7436°N, 93.9983°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 25°F (-4°C) 1.3 in Coldest
February 31°F (-1°C) 1.0 in Driest
March 42°F (5°C) 2.6 in
April 53°F (12°C) 3.5 in
May 63°F (17°C) 4.5 in
June 72°F (22°C) 4.1 in
July 77°F (25°C) 4.0 in Warmest
August 75°F (24°C) 3.9 in
September 67°F (19°C) 4.7 in Wettest
October 55°F (13°C) 3.3 in
November 41°F (5°C) 2.1 in
December 30°F (-1°C) 1.5 in

Hamilton has a seasonal temperature swing of 52°F — from 25°F in January to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 36.4 inches, with September being the wettest month (4.7") and February the driest (1.0").

21.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 35% below the national average of 33.7%. 92.2% have completed high school. 4.6% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 76.6% of the vote, a 54.2-point margin. 83.6% of households have broadband internet access. 75.7% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%
D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 54.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.9%
35% below US avg
High School+92.2%
Graduate Degree+4.6%
School Test Score5.51
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density1,299/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.6%
Alt Fuel Stations1

Safety & Disasters

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.4 min
Drive Alone75.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.1%

Frequently Asked Questions About Hamilton

What is the population of Hamilton?

Hamilton has a population of 1,909 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 1,299 people per square mile, spread across 1.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 35.2 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.3% female and 48.7% male.

Is Hamilton expensive to live in?

Hamilton is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 90.8 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $56,548, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $139,200 (51% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $614 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Hamilton safe?

Hamilton is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 58 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,403 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Hamilton receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Hamilton?

Hamilton has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 25°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 270 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.3 inches, with 3.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Hamilton?

The job market in Hamilton is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 27 minutes, and 11.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Hamilton?

The median home value in Hamilton is $139,200. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $226,046. For renters, the median monthly rent is $614. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in Hamilton?

Schools in Hamilton score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 21.9% of adults in Hamilton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.2% have completed high school. 4.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Hamilton?

The obesity rate in Hamilton is 38.2% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 17.7% of adults are smokers. 29.1% are physically inactive. 26.8% of residents report depression. 8.9% lack health insurance.

What is transportation like in Hamilton?

The average commute in Hamilton is 27 minutes. 75.7% of workers drive alone to work, and 11.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Hamilton?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Hamilton is 95.2% White. 97.7% of residents speak only English at home. 8.2% of the population are military veterans. 10.8% of residents have a disability. 87.0% have health insurance coverage.

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