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Hamlet, IN
Full City Profile · Indiana · Starke County County
Hamlet, IN
At a Glance
How Hamlet Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Hamlet's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Hamlet a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Hamlet residents earn a median household income of $68,750 , which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $22,398. The unemployment rate stands at 1.4% (61% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 14.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 337 business establishments, including 29 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Hamlet is $109,300 , 61% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $200,797. Median rent is $820/month, with 21.7% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 93.3 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1956.
Safety & Crime
Hamlet reports 44 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 88% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 703/100K.
Education
6.4% of adults in Hamlet hold a bachelor's degree or higher (81% below the national average). 90.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Hamlet has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 42.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.