Hamilton, VA

Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Hamilton is a small town in Virginia with a population of 604. Residents earn $128,750 per year, which is 71% above the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
604 Population 2,745/sq mi density
$128,750 Median Income $55,050 per capita
$513,000 Home Value $891,200 Zillow
$1,375 Median Rent 27.5% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$128,750 median income, 2.5% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$513,000 home value, $1,375/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
52.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $128,750
71% higher than US avg
Home Value $513,000
82% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 52.9%
57% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,375
18% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.0%
10% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population604
Median Age35.8 yrs
Density2,745/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Veterans7.2%

Economy

A+
Median Income$128,750
Per Capita$55,050
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$44,855M
Commute30 min

Housing

A
Home Value$513,000
Rent$1,375
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$891,200
Rent Burden27.5%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity29.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.6%
Heart Disease4.3%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain43.8 in/yr
Elevation503 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+52.9%
High School+93.1%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 40% / D 57%
Commute30 min
Broadband93.8%
EV Stations5
Libraries11

Is Hamilton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hamilton receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Hamilton stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hamilton is $128,750, which is significantly higher than the national average — 71% above $75,149. This places Hamilton among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hamilton is $513,000, making it a premium housing market at 82% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,375 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Hamilton is a highly educated community — 52.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 93.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Hamilton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Hamilton has a population of 604 with a density of 2,745 people per square mile. The median age is 35.8 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.3%).

Population

604
Total Population
2,745
People / sq mi
35.8yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Hamilton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.2%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.8%
49% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hamilton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hamilton is $128,750, which is 71% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Hamilton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$128,750
71% above US avg
Per Capita Income$55,050
Avg Weekly Wage$1,631
IRS Avg AGI$150,102

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)14,735
County GDP$44,855M

Business (County)

Restaurants863
Healthcare1,192
Retail1,058
Manufacturing202

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,192
105% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.40%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.0 min
Drive Alone62.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home31.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Hamilton is $513,000, 82% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,375 (18% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $891,200.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$513,000
82% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$891,200

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,375
18% above US avg
Rent Burden27.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,137
1 Bedroom$1,181
2 Bedrooms$1,369
3 Bedrooms$1,787
4 Bedrooms$2,126

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,192
105% above US avg
Effective Rate1.40%
In Hamilton, 29.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 22.6% report depression. 16.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.0%
10% below US avg
Diabetes7.8%
Heart Disease4.3%
High Blood Pressure27.9%
Asthma10.0%
COPD4.1%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.7%
Physical Inactivity16.9%
Depression22.6%
Mental Distress14.9%
Physical Distress10.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.6%
Checkup Rate77.6%
Premature Death3,355/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.9/10
Exercise Access92.3%
Healthcare Facilities1,192

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Safety Score

Hamilton has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.2°F
0% below US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.8 inches
15% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation503 ft (153 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density2,745/sq mi
Coordinates39.1350°N, 77.6640°W
County FIPS51107
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 52.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (57% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 16.3-point margin. 93.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 40.4%
D 56.7%

Winner: Democrat by 16.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+52.9%
57% above US avg
High School+93.1%
School Test Score5.58
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,745/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.8%
EV Charging Stations5
Alt Fuel Stations5
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities1,192
Restaurants863
Retail Stores1,058

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.0 min
Drive Alone62.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home31.9%

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