What are the schools like in Hamersville, OH?

Hamersville is served primarily by Western Brown Local. The district operates 2 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 17.2:1.

What is the median household income in Hamersville?

The median household income in Hamersville, OH is $60,952 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 5.2%.

What is the weather like in Hamersville, OH?

Hamersville has an average high temperature of 41.1°F in January and 86.9°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.5 inches and annual snowfall averages 17.2 inches.

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

Q: Is Hamersville, OH affordable or expensive?

Hamersville's cost of living index is 94, where 100 represents the national average. This means Hamersville is 6% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $128,100 and the median rent is $795 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Hamersville, OH?

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

Is Hamersville, OH a Good Place to Live?

Hamersville is a small town of 642 in Ohio, with a median household income of $60,952 and a 5.2% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 94 (US average = 100), which is 6% below the national average.

Strengths: Hamersville stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include longer commutes, an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Hamersville is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Hamersville 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: 94.1

Hamersville's overall cost of living index is 94.1, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Hamersville costs roughly 6% less than the average American city.

Metric	Hamersville, OH	National Avg
Median Home Value	$128,100	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$795	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	58.7%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$60,952	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Hamersville is served primarily by Western Brown Local. The student-to-teacher ratio is 17.2:1 (slightly above the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Hamersville, OH	National Avg
School District	Western Brown Local	—
Elementary Schools	2	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	17.2:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	13.4%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	85.6%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Hamersville sees average highs of 41.1°F in January and 86.9°F in July, with 47.5 inches of annual precipitation and 17.2 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Hamersville, OH
Average High — January	41.1°F
Average High — July	86.9°F
Annual Precipitation	47.5"
Annual Snowfall	17.2"

Demographics

Metric	Hamersville, OH	National Avg
Population	642	—
Median Age	33.6	38.9
Unemployment Rate	5.2%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	35.1 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	98.1%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.5%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.5%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	29.0%	22.2%
65 and over	12.5%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Georgetown, OH 6 mi Bethel, OH 6 mi Felicity, OH 8 mi Mount Orab, OH 8 mi Higginsport, OH 9 mi

ZIP Codes in Hamersville

Hamersville, OH is covered by 1 ZIP code:

45130

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hamersville, OH affordable or expensive?

Hamersville's cost of living index is 94, where 100 is the national average. That makes Hamersville roughly 6% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $128,100 and median rent is $795/month.

What is the crime rate in Hamersville, OH?

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

What are the schools like in Hamersville?

Public schools in Hamersville are operated by Western Brown Local. The district has 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 17.2:1. 13.4% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Hamersville, OH a good place to live?

Hamersville, OH has a population of 642, a median household income of $60,952, and an unemployment rate of 5.2%. 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 Hamersville?

Hamersville averages 41.1°F in January and 86.9°F in July. Annual rainfall is 47.5 inches with about 17.2 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Hamersville?

Hamersville, OH is covered by 1 ZIP code: 45130.

What is the population of Hamersville?

The population of Hamersville, Ohio is 642 with a median age of 33.6. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Hamersville?

Key numbers for living in Hamersville: cost of living index 94 (100 = US average), median home $128,100, median household income $60,952, schools rated C+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Hamersville side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.