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Hamilton Town, NY

Hamilton is a town in Madison County, New York, United States. The population was 6,379 at the 2020 census. The town is named after American Founding Father Alexander Hamilton and is a college town, with Colgate University dominating the town's employment, culture, and population.

The Town of Hamilton contains a village also named Hamilton. The village is on the county's border. The location was formerly called Payne's Corners. The Town of Hamilton was established in 1795, before the county was formed, from the Town of Paris in Oneida County. The original town was reduced to create new towns in the county. The southern town line is the border of Chenango County.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 41.5 square miles (107.4 km2), of which 41.4 square miles (107.1 km2) is land and 0.1 square mile (0.3 km2) (0.28%) is water. The median household income was $38,917 and the median family income was $50,565. Males had a median income of $31,500 versus $26,643 for females. The per capita income for the town was $15,564. About 5.1% of families and 14.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 10.4% of those under age 18 and 5.7% of those age 65 or over.

Health and wellness are paramount in Hamilton Town, with the city offering various amenities and services to support the well-being of its residents. The Community Memorial Hospital is a cornerstone in providing comprehensive healthcare services to the community. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs the Hamilton Town Parks and Recreation Department offers. These spaces provide opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, jogging, sports, and picnicking. Join local fitness centers and gyms to participate in exercise programs, fitness classes, and strength training. Some popular options include the YMCA and Gage Park. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Hamilton Town, such as the Verona Beach State Park Rail Trail and Black River Feeder Canal Trail. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

Top Sites in Hamilton Town, NY are the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum, Colgate Inn, and Seven Oaks Golf Club. 

Area: 41.48 sq mi (107.44 km2). Area Code: 315. ZIP Code: 13346. Elevation: 1,122 ft. Population: 6,379 (2020).

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What is Hamilton, NY famous for?

This tiny historic Central New York town — home to a village by the same name — was founded in 1795 as Payne’s Settlement. Today it is perhaps best known as the location of the prestigious Colgate University. Crime rates are markedly lower than the national average and despite being a college town, the homeownership rate is more than 60%. It is also one of the friendliest towns in America.

What are the demographics of Hamilton, NY?

Hamilton, NY is home to a population of 3.75k people, of which 93% are citizens. As of 2021, 9.54% of Hamilton, NY residents were born outside of the country (358 people). In 2021, there were 10.3 times more White (Non-Hispanic) residents (2.9k people) in Hamilton, NY than any other race or ethnicity. There were 283 Asian (Non-Hispanic) and 250 Black or African American (Non-Hispanic) residents, the second and third most common ethnic groups.

Is Hamilton, NY a good place to live?

Living in Hamilton offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents rent their homes. In Hamilton, there are a lot of bars, restaurants, and coffee shops. The public schools in Hamilton are above average.

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Town of Hamilton

Community Memorial Hospital 

Hamilton Town Parks and Recreation Department 

YMCA 

Gage Park

Verona Beach State Park Rail Trail 

Black River Feeder Canal Trail

National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum

Colgate Inn

Seven Oaks Golf Club

Colgate Edu

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