Median Income
$63,750
15% lower than US avg
Home Value
$116,500
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
17.6%
48% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$864
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
40.1%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment
4.3%
19% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
15.5%
25% higher than US avg
How Hamler Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population536
Median Age36.2 yrs
Density646/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans5.6%
Economy
B
Median Income$63,750
Per Capita$29,468
Unemployment4.3%
Poverty15.5%
County GDP$1,582M
Commute28 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$116,500
Rent$864
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$184,507
Rent Burden51.0%
Health
Obesity40.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.6%
Heart Disease6.1%
Climate
Avg Temp50°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.3 in/yr
Elevation710 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+17.6%
High School+88.8%
School Score5.90
Community
2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute28 min
Broadband89.4%
Libraries7
Is Hamler a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Hamler receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Hamler offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Hamler is $63,750, 15% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.3%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 15.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Hamler is $116,500, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $864 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
17.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Hamler experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.3 inches, including 24.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Hamler has a population of 536 with a density of 646 people per square mile. The median age is 36.2 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.8%), with 1.5% Hispanic.
Population
36.2yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 92.4% |
| 18% above US avg |
| Spanish | 7.6% |
| 43% below US avg |
The median household income in Hamler is $63,750, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $63,750 |
| 15% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $29,468 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,051 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $67,279 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.3% |
| 19% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 15.5% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 688 |
| County GDP | $1,582M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 49 |
| Healthcare | 52 |
| Retail | 70 |
| Manufacturing | 43 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,963 |
| 13% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.40% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 27.8 min |
| Drive Alone | 87.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 1.0% |
The median home value in Hamler is $116,500, 59% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $864 (26% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $184,507.
Home Values
| Census Median | $116,500 |
| 59% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $184,507 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $864 |
| 26% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 51.0% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $873 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,092 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,388 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,550 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,963 |
| 13% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.40% |
In Hamler, 40.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.6% report depression. 29.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Hamler vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 40.1% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.9% |
| Heart Disease | 6.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.5% |
| Asthma | 10.8% |
| COPD | 7.1% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.4% |
| Depression | 25.6% |
| Mental Distress | 18.8% |
| Physical Distress | 14.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 94.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.3% |
| Premature Death | 8,405/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 37.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 52 |
Crime Rates: Hamler vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
Safety Score
Hamler has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
25°F Jan (-4°C)
74°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 50.2°F |
| 7% below US avg |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 37.3 inches |
| 2% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 24.7 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 710 ft (216 m) |
| Area | 0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 646/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.2282°N, 84.0355°W |
| County FIPS | 39069 |