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Hamilton, NC
Full City Profile · North Carolina · Martin County County
Hamilton, NC
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 $40,781 , which is 46% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,771. The unemployment rate stands at 5.6% (56% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 7.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 494 business establishments, including 44 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Hamilton is $75,000 , 73% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $92,855. The cost of living index is 94.3 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1955.
Safety & Crime
Hamilton reports 1,250 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 229% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,056/100K.
Education
14.7% of adults in Hamilton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% below the national average). 84.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Hamilton has an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 301 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 53.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.