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Hamilton, MT

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Population
5,451
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
3,570 ft
Median Home Value
$310,000
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$947/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$49,204
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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OverallBest places in MontanaPopulation rankingHighest population places in MontanaNearest larger communityMissoula, Montana44 miles away · 78,903 residents.

About Hamilton

Hamilton is a city and the county seat of Ravalli County, Montana, situated in the Bitterroot Valley. Founded in the late nineteenth century by copper king Marcus Daly, the community of approximately 5,101 is home to the high-containment Rocky Mountain Laboratories research facility. Public education is served by the Hamilton School District.

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Lower FEMA County Hurricane Risk IndexA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingLow Sales TaxA+100.0rating

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