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Hamlet, NC
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Hamlet, NC
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 $38,500 , which is 49% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,966. The unemployment rate stands at 6.2% (72% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 23.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 706 business establishments, including 60 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Hamlet is $103,800 , 63% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $125,291. Median rent is $553/month, with 29.3% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 94.3 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1964.
Safety & Crime
Hamlet reports 469 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 23% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 4,643/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
9.8% of adults in Hamlet hold a bachelor's degree or higher (71% below the national average). 84.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Hamlet has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 310 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 49.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.