Hamilton College, New York Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Hamilton College, New York had a total population of 2,058, the 615th largest community in New York. The poverty rate is 0.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- 66.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in New York.
Hamilton College Quick Facts
How Hamilton College Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 1,992 | 2,058 | +3.3% |
How Hamilton College Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Employment
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.
State average: 65 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Hamilton College Rankings in New York
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Other Cities in Oneida County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Utica | 64,217 | $52,484 | 27.5% | $151,300 |
| Rome | 31,795 | $59,925 | 18.1% | $154,400 |
| New York Mills | 3,856 | $57,578 | 34.4% | $207,700 |
| Whitesboro | 3,633 | $45,934 | 22.8% | $160,700 |
| Lake Delta | 3,202 | $100,094 | 1.8% | $239,400 |
| Sherrill | 3,028 | $88,947 | 5.7% | $227,500 |
| Camden | 2,695 | $78,375 | 7.5% | $177,600 |
| Yorkville | 2,613 | $72,969 | 4.2% | $156,300 |
| Washington Mills | 2,112 | $134,397 | 7.0% | $231,300 |
| New Hartford | 1,989 | $82,717 | 9.5% | $224,400 |
Cities Similar to Hamilton College
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tioga Terrace | 2,057 | $131,817 | $233,400 | 54.0% | 0.5% |
| Lima | 2,064 | $69,420 | $203,300 | 37.0% | 6.0% |
| Ontario | 2,044 | $50,078 | $169,000 | 13.9% | 7.2% |
| Oyster Bay Cove | 2,075 | $250,000+ | $1,714,700 | 78.9% | 6.3% |
| Canisteo | 2,085 | $53,558 | $111,000 | 22.0% | 16.6% |
Population Overview
Hamilton College is a small community located in New York, within Oneida County. The total population is 2,058. It ranks as the 615th most populous out of 1,289 Census-designated places in New York.
Age Demographics
The median age in Hamilton College is 20.0 years. This is 50% lower than the state median of 39.8 years. Only 0.2% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The ACS records no residents below the poverty line in Hamilton College. In a community this small the estimate rests on very few survey responses, so it should be read as an absence of measurement rather than a measured absence of poverty. The unemployment rate is 6.6%. This is 4% higher than the state rate of 6.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Hamilton College is White (non-Hispanic), making up 64.4% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 12.2%. The Black or African American population (5.4%) is well below the state average of 13.4%.
Education
66.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Hamilton College in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 66% higher than the state rate of 40.2%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 66.7%. Notably, 66.7% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Hamilton College, New York is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against New York state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,289 Census-designated places in New York. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Hamilton College, New York?
Hamilton College, New York has a population of 2,058 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Hamilton College, NY?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Hamilton College — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Hamilton College, NY?
The ACS sample for Hamilton College recorded no residents below the federal poverty line. Because the community is small, this indicates that the survey did not capture poverty here rather than that no poverty exists — the estimate carries a wide margin of error.
What is the racial makeup of Hamilton College, New York?
Hamilton College's population is 64.4% White, 5.4% Black, 12.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 10.1% Asian.
What is the median home value in Hamilton College, NY?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Hamilton College — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Hamilton College, New York?
66.7% of adults (25+) in Hamilton College hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 66.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.