Hamlet, NE

Nebraska

Hamlet is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 17. Residents earn $50,625 per year, which is 33% below the national average.

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
17 Population 55/sq mi density
$50,625 Median Income $33,647 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$50,625 median income, 0.0% unemployment
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.8% bachelor's degree or higher
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

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/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

17
Total Population
55
People / sq mi
68.1yrs
Median Age
75% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.1%
Female 52.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Hamlet vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hamlet vs U.S. Average

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: Hamlet vs U.S.

Commute Mode

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

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate23.5%
90% above US avg
Establishments (County)38
County GDP$95M

Business (County)

Retail4

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.5 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

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

Owner-Occupied50.0%

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.4%

Food & Exercise

Food Environment3.5/10

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

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 Average51.9°F
4% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall20.3 inches
47% below US avg
Snowfall21.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,834 ft (864 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density55/sq mi
Coordinates40.3845°N, 101.2345°W
County FIPS31085
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 11.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (65% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 91.7-point margin. 12.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 95.6%
D 3.9%

Winner: Republican by 91.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.8%
65% below US avg
High School+70.6%
School Test Score5.81
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density55/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access12.0%
Public Libraries1
Retail Stores4

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.5 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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