What are the schools like in Hamburg, NY?

Hamburg is served primarily by HAMBURG CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. The district operates 4 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 13.1:1.

What is the median household income in Hamburg?

The median household income in Hamburg, NY is $93,942 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 2.5%.

What is the weather like in Hamburg, NY?

Hamburg has an average high temperature of 29.5°F in January and 77.3°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.3 inches and annual snowfall averages 167.6 inches.

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

Q: Is Hamburg, NY affordable or expensive?

Hamburg's cost of living index is 94, where 100 represents the national average. This means Hamburg is 6% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $221,400 and the median rent is $956 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Hamburg, NY?

Hamburg has a violent crime rate of 238.6 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 1352.1 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Hamburg, NY a Good Place to Live?

Hamburg is a small town of 9,749 in New York, with a median household income of $93,942 and a 2.5% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 94 (US average = 100), which is 6% below the national average.

Strengths: Hamburg stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (A), a well-educated population, short average commutes.

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

All Hamburg 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: 94.4

Hamburg's overall cost of living index is 94.4, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Hamburg costs roughly 6% less than the average American city.

Metric	Hamburg, NY	National Avg
Median Home Value	$221,400	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$956	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	72.0%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$93,942	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Safer than Average

Hamburg's violent crime rate is 238.6 per 100,000 residents — 37% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

238.6 /100k

Property Crime

1352.1 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Hamburg is served primarily by HAMBURG CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.1:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Hamburg, NY	National Avg
School District	HAMBURG CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT	—
Elementary Schools	4	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	13.1:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	48.9%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	96.7%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Hamburg sees average highs of 29.5°F in January and 77.3°F in July, with 43.3 inches of annual precipitation and 167.6 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Hamburg, NY
Average High — January	29.5°F
Average High — July	77.3°F
Annual Precipitation	43.3"
Annual Snowfall	167.6"

Demographics

Metric	Hamburg, NY	National Avg
Population	9,749	—
Median Age	44.1	38.9
Unemployment Rate	2.5%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	22.5 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	97.1%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.3%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	1.1%	18.9%
Asian	0.9%	6.3%
Under 18	16.3%	22.2%
65 and over	22.2%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Wanakah, NY 4 mi North Boston, NY 4 mi Blasdell, NY 5 mi Orchard Park, NY 5 mi Eden, NY 6 mi

Hamburg vs Other Cities

Hamburg, NY vs Wanakah, NY Hamburg, NY vs North Boston, NY Hamburg, NY vs Blasdell, NY Hamburg, NY vs Orchard Park, NY Hamburg, NY vs Eden, NY

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hamburg, NY affordable or expensive?

Hamburg's cost of living index is 94, where 100 is the national average. That makes Hamburg roughly 6% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $221,400 and median rent is $956/month.

What is the crime rate in Hamburg, NY?

Hamburg's violent crime rate is 238.6 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 1352.1 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Hamburg?

Public schools in Hamburg are operated by HAMBURG CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. The district has 4 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.1:1. 48.9% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Hamburg, NY a good place to live?

Hamburg, NY has a population of 9,749, a median household income of $93,942, and an unemployment rate of 2.5%. 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 Hamburg?

Hamburg averages 29.5°F in January and 77.3°F in July. Annual rainfall is 43.3 inches with about 167.6 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What is the population of Hamburg?

The population of Hamburg, New York is 9,749 with a median age of 44.1. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Hamburg?

Key numbers for living in Hamburg: cost of living index 94 (100 = US average), median home $221,400, median household income $93,942, crime index 63 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated A. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Hamburg side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.