What are the schools like in Hamlet, IL?

School district data for Hamlet is sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES).

What is the median household income in Hamlet?

The median household income in Hamlet, IL is N/A according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is N/A.

What is the weather like in Hamlet, IL?

Hamlet has an average high temperature of 31.0°F in January and 84.7°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.1 inches and annual snowfall averages 21.8 inches.

Hamlet, IL Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Hamlet, IL affordable or expensive?

Hamlet's cost of living index is 89, where 100 represents the national average. This means Hamlet is 11% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is N/A and the median rent is N/A per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Hamlet, IL?

Crime rate data for Hamlet is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Hamlet, IL a Good Place to Live?

Hamlet is a small town of 0 in Illinois, with a median household income of N/A . Its cost of living index is 89 (US average = 100), which is 11% below the national average.

Strengths: Hamlet stands out for an affordable cost of living.

Trade-offs: No major red flags stand out in the available data. Whether Hamlet is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Hamlet city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 89.3

Hamlet's overall cost of living index is 89.3, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Hamlet costs roughly 11% less than the average American city.

Metric	Hamlet, IL	National Avg
Median Home Value	N/A	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	N/A	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	N/A	65.9%
Median Household Income	N/A	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for Hamlet is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Metric	Hamlet, IL	National Avg
School District	N/A	—
Elementary Schools	N/A	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	N/A	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	N/A	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	N/A	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Hamlet sees average highs of 31.0°F in January and 84.7°F in July, with 39.1 inches of annual precipitation and 21.8 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Hamlet, IL
Average High — January	31.0°F
Average High — July	84.7°F
Annual Precipitation	39.1"
Annual Snowfall	21.8"

Demographics

Metric	Hamlet, IL	National Avg
Population	0	—
Median Age	N/A	38.9
Unemployment Rate	N/A	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	N/A	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	N/A	59.3%
Black or African American	N/A	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	N/A	18.9%
Asian	N/A	6.3%
Under 18	N/A	22.2%
65 and over	N/A	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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Hamlet vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hamlet, IL affordable or expensive?

Hamlet's cost of living index is 89, where 100 is the national average. That makes Hamlet roughly 11% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is N/A and median rent is N/A/month.

What is the crime rate in Hamlet, IL?

Crime data for Hamlet is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Hamlet?

School district information is sourced from NCES Common Core of Data.

Is Hamlet, IL a good place to live?

Hamlet, IL has a population of 0, a median household income of N/A, and an unemployment rate of N/A. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Hamlet?

Hamlet averages 31.0°F in January and 84.7°F in July. Annual rainfall is 39.1 inches with about 21.8 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What is the population of Hamlet?

The population of Hamlet, Illinois is 0. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Hamlet?

Key numbers for living in Hamlet: cost of living index 89 (100 = US average), median home N/A, median household income N/A. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Hamlet side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.