Hamilton, MT
Full City Profile · Montana · Ravalli County County
Hamilton, MT
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 $52,917 , which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $34,948. The unemployment rate stands at 1.9% (47% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,394 business establishments, including 96 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Hamilton is $299,800 , 6% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $533,379. Median rent is $958/month, with 27.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 94.6 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1977.
Safety & Crime
Hamilton reports 329 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 13% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,416/100K.
Education
31.4% of adults in Hamilton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (7% below the national average). 91.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Hamilton has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 13.6 inches.