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Hamlin, WV
Full City Profile · West Virginia · Lincoln County County
Hamlin, WV
At a Glance
How Hamlin Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Hamlin's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Hamlin a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Hamlin residents earn a median household income of $56,583 , which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,286. The unemployment rate stands at 2.2% (39% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 6.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 340 business establishments, including 11 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Hamlin is $92,500 , 67% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $102,676. Median rent is $719/month, with 21.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 89.5 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1972.
Safety & Crime
Hamlin reports 618 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 63% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 971/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
13.0% of adults in Hamlin hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below the national average). 89.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Hamlin has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 293 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 47.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.