New Hamilton, MS

Mississippi

New Hamilton is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 491. Residents earn $32,713 per year, which is 56% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
491 Population 138/sq mi density
$32,713 Median Income $23,346 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
64°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$32,713 median income, 1.7% unemployment
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
25.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $32,713
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.9%
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.9%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.5%
40% lower than US avg

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

People

Population491
Median Age69.5 yrs
Density138/mi²
Male / Female32% / 68%
Largest GroupWhite 82%
Veterans13.7%

Economy

B+
Median Income$32,713
Per Capita$23,346
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty7.5%
County GDP$1,315M
Commute22 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.7%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain58.5 in/yr
Elevation244 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.9%
High School+76.2%
School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 32%
Commute22 min
Broadband70.3%
Libraries4

Is New Hamilton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, New Hamilton receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. New Hamilton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in New Hamilton is $32,713, 56% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. Only 7.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Education

25.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 76.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

New Hamilton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 58.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

New Hamilton has a population of 491 with a density of 138 people per square mile. The median age is 69.5 years, 79% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81.5%), with 3.1% Black.

Population

491
Total Population
138
People / sq mi
69.5yrs
Median Age
79% above US avg
3.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 31.6%
Female 68.4%

Race & Ethnicity

New Hamilton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only88.5%
13% above US avg
Spanish11.5%
14% below US avg

Social Characteristics

New Hamilton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in New Hamilton is $32,713, which is 56% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: New Hamilton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$32,713
56% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,346
Avg Weekly Wage$980
IRS Avg AGI$53,521

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.5%
40% below US avg
Establishments (County)666
County GDP$1,315M

Business (County)

Restaurants52
Healthcare76
Retail121
Manufacturing44

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,238
36% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.8 min
Drive Alone55.4%
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$751
1 Bedroom$782
2 Bedrooms$924
3 Bedrooms$1,177
4 Bedrooms$1,295

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,238
36% below US avg
In New Hamilton, 36.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.7% report depression. 30.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.9%
15% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure35.6%
Asthma9.5%
COPD7.2%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.1%
Physical Inactivity30.2%
Depression22.7%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress13.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.6%
Checkup Rate77.3%
Premature Death13,062/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access40.1%
Healthcare Facilities76

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

New Hamilton has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 58.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average63.5°F
18% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall58.5 inches
54% above US avg
Snowfall0.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation244 ft (74 m)
Area3.6 sq mi (9.2 km²)
Population Density138/sq mi
Coordinates33.7471°N, 88.4428°W
County FIPS28095
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 25.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 35.9-point margin. 70.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.6%
D 31.7%

Winner: Republican by 35.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.9%
23% below US avg
High School+76.2%
School Test Score4.42
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density138/sq mi
Total Area3.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access70.3%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities76
Restaurants52
Retail Stores121

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.8 min
Drive Alone55.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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