Hamlet, IN

Indiana

Hamlet is a small town in Indiana with a population of 910. Residents earn $68,750 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
910 Population 938/sq mi density
$68,750 Median Income $22,398 per capita
$109,300 Home Value $200,797 Zillow
$820 Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$68,750 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$109,300 home value, $820/mo rent
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,750
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $109,300
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.4%
81% lower than US avg
Median Rent $820
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.7%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.5%
17% higher than US avg

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

People

Population910
Median Age33.3 yrs
Density938/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

B+
Median Income$68,750
Per Capita$22,398
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty14.5%
County GDP$690M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$109,300
Rent$820
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$200,797

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.2%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain42.2 in/yr
Elevation698 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.4%
High School+90.9%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%
Commute27 min
Libraries5

Is Hamlet a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hamlet receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Hamlet offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hamlet is $68,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. 14.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hamlet is $109,300, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $820 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Hamlet experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.2 inches, including 28.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Hamlet has a population of 910 with a density of 938 people per square mile. The median age is 33.3 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.7%).

Population

910
Total Population
938
People / sq mi
33.3yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.6%
Female 46.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Hamlet vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.9%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.1%
77% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hamlet vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hamlet is $68,750, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Hamlet vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,750
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,398
Avg Weekly Wage$849
IRS Avg AGI$58,879

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.5%
17% above US avg
Establishments (County)337
County GDP$690M

Business (County)

Restaurants29
Healthcare23
Retail65
Manufacturing18

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,765
21% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.53%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.0 min
Work from Home2.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Hamlet is $109,300, 61% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $820 (29% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $200,797.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$109,300
61% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$200,797

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$820
29% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$882
2 Bedrooms$1,096
3 Bedrooms$1,391
4 Bedrooms$1,590

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,765
21% below US avg
Effective Rate2.53%
In Hamlet, 41.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.2% report depression. 26.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.7%
30% above US avg
Diabetes11.5%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure34.3%
Asthma11.7%
COPD8.3%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity26.3%
Depression28.2%
Mental Distress20.5%
Physical Distress14.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.0%
Checkup Rate76.4%
Premature Death12,710/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access67.2%
Healthcare Facilities23

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Hamlet has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average49.5°F
8% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.2 inches
11% above US avg
Snowfall28.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation698 ft (213 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density938/sq mi
Coordinates41.3794°N, 86.5832°W
County FIPS18149
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 6.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (81% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 52-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.3%
D 23.3%

Winner: Republican by 52 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.4%
81% below US avg
High School+90.9%
School Test Score6.01
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density938/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities23
Restaurants29
Retail Stores65

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.0 min
Work from Home2.2%

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