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Hamilton, NY

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Population
4,078
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
1,125 ft
Median Home Value
$264,200
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$1,245/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$66,750
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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OverallBest places in New YorkPopulation rankingHighest population places in New YorkNearest larger communityUtica, New York25 miles away · 62,978 residents.

About Hamilton

Hamilton is a village in Madison County, New York, situated within the town of Hamilton. Home to Colgate University, which was founded in 1819 on farmland originally cleared by Samuel Payne, the college community of approximately 4,370 is served by the Hamilton Central School District for public primary and secondary education for local students.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower FEMA County Drought Risk IndexA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0rating

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