Hamilton, ND

North Dakota

Hamilton is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 37. Residents earn $94,000 per year, which is 25% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
37 Population 128/sq mi density
$94,000 Median Income $49,751 per capita
$41,400 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
38°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$94,000 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$41,400 home value
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $94,000
25% higher than US avg
Home Value $41,400
85% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.8%
59% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.0%
19% lower than US avg

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

People

Population37
Median Age57.6 yrs
Density128/mi²
Male / Female60% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans29.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$94,000
Per Capita$49,751
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty10.0%
County GDP$813M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$41,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp38°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain22.1 in/yr
Elevation824 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.8%
High School+93.1%
School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 23%
Commute16 min
Broadband20.0%
Libraries3

Is Hamilton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hamilton receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. 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 $94,000, 25% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 10.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hamilton is $41,400, 85% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Hamilton has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F. Winters average 4°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 22.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Hamilton has a population of 37 with a density of 128 people per square mile. The median age is 57.6 years, 48% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

37
Total Population
128
People / sq mi
57.6yrs
Median Age
48% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59.5%
Female 40.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Hamilton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hamilton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hamilton is $94,000, which is 25% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Hamilton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$94,000
25% above US avg
Per Capita Income$49,751
Avg Weekly Wage$1,124
IRS Avg AGI$93,726

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.0%
19% below US avg
Establishments (County)411
County GDP$813M

Business (County)

Restaurants16
Healthcare19
Retail40
Manufacturing12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,000
14% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate7.25%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.6 min
Drive Alone53.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Hamilton is $41,400, 85% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$41,400
85% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$769
1 Bedroom$795
2 Bedrooms$965
3 Bedrooms$1,297
4 Bedrooms$1,588

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,000
14% below US avg
Effective Rate7.25%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.3%
Premature Death9,577/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access48.9%
Healthcare Facilities19

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Hamilton has an average annual temperature of 38°F (4°C). Winters average 4°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 22.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

4°F Jan (-16°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average38.4°F
29% below US avg
January Average4°F (-16°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.1 inches
42% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation824 ft (251 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density128/sq mi
Coordinates48.8080°N, 97.4517°W
County FIPS38067
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 13.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (59% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 53.3-point margin. 20.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.1%
D 22.8%

Winner: Republican by 53.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.8%
59% below US avg
High School+93.1%
School Test Score5.74
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density128/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access20.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities19
Restaurants16
Retail Stores40

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.6 min
Drive Alone53.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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