Median Income
$50,625
33% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
11.8%
65% lower than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
23.5%
90% higher than US avg
How Hamlet Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population17
Median Age68.1 yrs
Density55/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans17.0%
Economy
B
Median Income$50,625
Per Capita$33,647
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty23.5%
County GDP$95M
Commute19 min
Housing
Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Climate
Avg Temp52°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain20.3 in/yr
Elevation2,834 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+11.8%
High School+70.6%
School Score5.81
Community
2024 VoteR 96% / D 4%
Commute19 min
Broadband12.0%
Libraries1
Is Hamlet a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Hamlet receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Hamlet has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Hamlet is $50,625, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 23.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Education
11.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 70.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Hamlet experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 20.3 inches, including 21.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Hamlet has a population of 17 with a density of 55 people per square mile. The median age is 68.1 years, 75% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).
Population
68.1yrs
Median Age
75% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Hamlet is $50,625, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 23.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $50,625 |
| 33% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $33,647 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $736 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $50,480 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 23.5% |
| 90% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 38 |
| County GDP | $95M |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 18.5 min |
| Drive Alone | 100.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $706 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,001 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,274 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,409 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
Health Metrics: Hamlet vs U.S. Average (%)
Behaviors & Mental Health
Healthcare Access
Food & Exercise
Crime Rates: Hamlet vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
Safety Score
Hamlet has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 20.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Temperature
28°F Jan (-2°C)
77°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 51.9°F |
| 4% below US avg |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 20.3 inches |
| 47% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 21.8 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 32.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,834 ft (864 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 55/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.3845°N, 101.2345°W |
| County FIPS | 31085 |