Lake Hamilton, FL

Florida · Metropolitan Area

Lake Hamilton is a small town in Florida with a population of 1,767. Residents earn $60,000 per year, which is 20% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,767 Population 566/sq mi density
$60,000 Median Income $23,116 per capita
$195,200 Home Value $294,889 Zillow
$1,056 Median Rent
74°F Avg Temperature
153 Violent Crime/100K 7,675 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$60,000 median income, 0.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$195,200 home value, $1,056/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
153 violent crimes/100K (60% below avg)
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $60,000
20% lower than US avg
Home Value $195,200
31% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 153/100K
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.4%
63% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,056
9% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.0%
37% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.9%
52% higher than US avg

How Lake Hamilton Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,767
Median Age42.0 yrs
Density566/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 52%

Economy

B+
Median Income$60,000
Per Capita$23,116
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty18.9%
County GDP$20,398M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$195,200
Rent$1,056
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$294,889

Crime

F
Violent153/100K
Property7,675/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault77/100K
Burglary1,995/100K

Health

Obesity44.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.0%
Heart Disease7.3%

Climate

Avg Temp74°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain52.0 in/yr
Elevation121 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.4%
High School+81.8%
School Score5.60

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 49%
Commute28 min
Libraries6

Is Lake Hamilton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lake Hamilton receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Lake Hamilton has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lake Hamilton is $60,000, 20% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. The poverty rate of 18.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lake Hamilton is $195,200, 31% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,056 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Lake Hamilton is below the national average at 153 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 7,675 per 100,000, 292% above the national average.

Education

12.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Lake Hamilton has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F. Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Lake Hamilton has a population of 1,767 with a density of 566 people per square mile. The median age is 42.0 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (52.1%), with 1.5% Hispanic, 15.3% Black.

Population

1,767
Total Population
566
People / sq mi
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
3.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.6%
Female 54.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Lake Hamilton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only61.8%
21% below US avg
Spanish38.2%
185% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Lake Hamilton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lake Hamilton is $60,000, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 18.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Lake Hamilton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,000
20% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,116
Avg Weekly Wage$1,010
IRS Avg AGI$56,471

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below US avg
Poverty Rate18.9%
52% above US avg
Establishments (County)10,530
County GDP$20,398M

Business (County)

Restaurants866
Healthcare874
Retail1,049
Manufacturing130

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,280
51% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.70%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.7 min
Work from Home16.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Lake Hamilton is $195,200, 31% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,056 (9% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $294,889.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$195,200
31% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$294,889
Median List Price$354,999

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$354,999
$/Sq Ft$166
Homes Sold14
Sale-to-List Ratio98.7%
Price Drops67.9%
Inventory56

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,056
9% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,212
1 Bedroom$1,296
2 Bedrooms$1,526
3 Bedrooms$1,971
4 Bedrooms$2,261

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,280
51% above US avg
Effective Rate2.70%
In Lake Hamilton, 44.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.0% report depression. 33.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Lake Hamilton vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.0%
37% above US avg
Diabetes14.0%
Heart Disease7.3%
High Blood Pressure35.6%
Asthma10.9%
COPD8.8%
Stroke4.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.4%
Physical Inactivity33.0%
Depression21.0%
Mental Distress21.1%
Physical Distress17.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.4%
Checkup Rate75.1%
Premature Death7,380/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access73.7%
Healthcare Facilities874
Lake Hamilton has a violent crime rate of 153 per 100,000 residents, 60% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 7,675 per 100,000 (292% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent153.5/100K
60% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery76.8/100K
Assault76.8/100K

Property Crime

Total Property7,674.6/100K
292% above US avg
Burglary1,995.4/100K
Theft4,604.8/100K
Vehicle Theft1,074.4/100K
Arson153.5/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)70

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Lake Hamilton has an average annual temperature of 74°F (24°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

63°F Jan (17°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average74.3°F
38% above US avg
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.0 inches
37% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation121 ft (37 m)
Area3.1 sq mi (8.1 km²)
Population Density566/sq mi
Coordinates28.0492°N, 81.6269°W
County FIPS12097
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 12.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (63% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 1.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.2%
D 48.7%

Winner: Republican by 1.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.4%
63% below US avg
High School+81.8%
School Test Score5.60
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density566/sq mi
Total Area3.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities874
Restaurants866
Retail Stores1,049

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)70
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.7 min
Work from Home16.5%

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