Hamilton village, New York Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Hamilton village, New York Demographics
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As of 2026, Hamilton village, New York has a total population of 4,038, the 411th largest city in New York, with a median household income of $62,000, which is 27% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 13.9%.

Key Takeaways

Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.8%.

Hamilton village Quick Facts

Population 4,038

Median Household Income $62,000

Median Home Value $256,700

Poverty Rate 13.9%

Unemployment Rate 1.8%

Median Age 20.6 years

Homeownership Rate 44.9%

Affordability Ratio 4.1x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 56.2%

High School Graduation Rate 92.2%

Diversity Index 37/100

Population 4,038 411th of 1,287

Median Income $62,000 bottom 30%

Poverty Rate 13.9% 12% higher national

Median Home Value $256,700 average

How Hamilton village Compares

Median Household Income

Hamilton village

$62,000

$84,578

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Hamilton village

$256,700

$403,000

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 25.9%

$25K-$50K 9.4%

$50K-$100K 25.4%

$100K+ 39.3%

Employment

1.8% Unemployment Rate State: 6.2% | National: 5.2%

42.2% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 44.9%

Renter 55.1%

Affordability Index Moderate

4.1x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

6.0%

18-34

72.2%

35-54

9.1%

55-74

9.3%

75+

3.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 65 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Hamilton village Rankings in New York

#411 Population of 1,287

#908 Median Income of 1,287

#230 Education of 1,287

#575 Home Value of 1,287

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Cities Similar to Hamilton village

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Lyncourt CDP	4,138	$57,008	$120,300	21.9%	19.5%
Akwesasne CDP	4,140	$69,245	$186,200	29.9%	20.6%
Le Roy village	4,310	$64,338	$143,400	28.6%	13.2%
Springville village	4,196	$68,066	$180,800	24.3%	10.7%
Galeville CDP	4,200	$68,686	$127,000	25.9%	7.3%

Population Overview

Hamilton village is a small community located in New York. The total population is 4,038. It ranks as the 411th most populous out of 1,287 cities and towns in New York.

Age Demographics

The median age in Hamilton village is 20.6 years. This is 48% lower than the state median of 39.6 years. Only 6.0% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Hamilton village is $62,000. This is 27% lower than the state median of $84,578. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 21% lower. The poverty rate stands at 13.9%. This is 2% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.7%. The unemployment rate is 1.8%. This is 71% lower than the state rate of 6.2%. The median home value is $256,700. Housing costs are 36% lower than the state median of $403,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.1x. 44.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 17% lower than the state average of 54.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Hamilton village is White (non-Hispanic), making up 78.3% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 7.0%. The Hispanic or Latino population (6.4%) is well below the state average of 19.6%.

Education

56.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 42% higher than the state rate of 39.6%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 92.2%. Notably, 45.8% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Hamilton village, New York is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against New York state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,287 Census-designated places in New York. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Hamilton village, New York?

Hamilton village, New York has a population of 4,038 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Hamilton village, NY?

The median household income in Hamilton village is $62,000, which is 21% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Hamilton village, NY?

The poverty rate in Hamilton village is 13.9%. This means approximately 187 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Hamilton village, New York?

Hamilton village's population is 78.3% White, 7.0% Black, 6.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 5.2% Asian.

What is the median home value in Hamilton village, NY?

The median home value in Hamilton village is $256,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.1x.

How educated is Hamilton village, New York?

56.2% of adults (25+) in Hamilton village hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 45.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.