Median Income
$69,142
8% lower than US avg
Home Value
$131,300
53% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
21.8%
35% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$882
24% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
31.9%
1% lower than US avg
Unemployment
3.8%
6% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
7.6%
39% lower than US avg
How Hamlin Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population5,041
Median Age35.8 yrs
Density656/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Economy
A
Median Income$69,142
Per Capita$34,194
Unemployment3.8%
Poverty7.6%
County GDP$65,111M
Commute27 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$131,300
Rent$882
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$235,674
Health
Obesity31.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.0%
Heart Disease5.5%
Climate
Avg Temp49°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain35.5 in/yr
Elevation312 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+21.8%
High School+93.5%
School Score5.39
Community
2024 VoteR 40% / D 60%
Commute27 min
Libraries32
Is Hamlin a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Hamlin receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Hamlin offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Hamlin is $69,142, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.8%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 7.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Hamlin is $131,300, 53% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $882 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
21.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Hamlin experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
Hamlin has a population of 5,041 with a density of 656 people per square mile. The median age is 35.8 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.4%), with 2.1% Black.
Population
35.8yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.1% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.9% |
| 86% below US avg |
The median household income in Hamlin is $69,142, which is 8% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $69,142 |
| 8% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $34,194 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,285 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $79,318 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.8% |
| 6% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 7.6% |
| 39% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 19,654 |
| County GDP | $65,111M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 1,703 |
| Healthcare | 1,969 |
| Retail | 2,216 |
| Manufacturing | 812 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $9,794 |
| 180% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 7.46% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 27.1 min |
| Work from Home | 11.9% |
The median home value in Hamlin is $131,300, 53% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $882 (24% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $235,674.
Home Values
| Census Median | $131,300 |
| 53% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $235,674 |
| Median List Price | $99,900 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $99,900 |
| $/Sq Ft | $130 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 102.2% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 1 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $882 |
| 24% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,215 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,315 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,579 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,976 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,193 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $9,794 |
| 180% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 7.46% |
In Hamlin, 31.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 25.0% report depression. 24.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Hamlin vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 31.9% |
| 1% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.2% |
| Heart Disease | 5.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.8% |
| Asthma | 11.3% |
| COPD | 6.1% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 20.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.4% |
| Depression | 25.0% |
| Mental Distress | 17.5% |
| Physical Distress | 13.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 99.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.7% |
| Premature Death | 7,510/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 93.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,969 |
Crime Rates: Hamlin vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 45 |
Safety Score
Hamlin has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
Temperature
26°F Jan (-4°C)
71°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 48.6°F |
| 10% below US avg |
| January Average | 26°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 35.5 inches |
| 7% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 312 ft (95 m) |
| Area | 7.7 sq mi (19.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 656/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.3023°N, 77.9217°W |
| County FIPS | 36055 |