Hamlin County, SD
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Hamlin County Overview
6,196
TOTAL POPULATION
3,225
MALE POPULATION
2,971
FEMALE POPULATION
108.55
MALES / 100 FEMALES
92.12
FEMALES / 100 MALES
33.1
MEDIAN AGE
3.3
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.8
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$31,643
PER CAPITA INCOME
$82,415
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$76,995
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
34.9%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
65.1¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$6,644
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.36
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
3,069
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
69.0%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
2.5%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Hamlin County Area Codes
Race in Hamlin County
The most populous races in Hamlin County are White / Caucasian (5,802 | 93.6%), Hispanic or Latino (331 | 5.3%), and Some other Race (178 | 2.9%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 12 | 0.2% |
| Black / African American | 14 | 0.2% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 331 | 5.3% |
| Native / Alaskan | 28 | 0.4% |
| White / Caucasian | 5,802 | 93.6% |
| Two or more Races | 162 | 2.6% |
| Some other Race | 178 | 2.9% |
| Total | 6,196 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Hamlin County
The most populous ancestries reported in Hamlin County are German (1,880 | 30.3%), Norwegian (1,018 | 16.4%), Finnish (765 | 12.3%), Dutch (422 | 6.8%), and English (339 | 5.5%), together accounting for 71.4% of all Hamlin County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 9 | 0.2% |
| American | 255 | 4.1% |
| Austrian | 7 | 0.1% |
| Bahamian | 4 | 0.1% |
| Barbadian | 3 | 0.1% |
| Belgian | 10 | 0.2% |
| Blackfeet | 11 | 0.2% |
| British | 8 | 0.1% |
| Central American | 190 | 3.1% |
| Czech | 55 | 0.9% |
| Czechoslovakian | 9 | 0.2% |
| Danish | 123 | 2.0% |
| Dutch | 422 | 6.8% |
| Eastern European | 7 | 0.1% |
| English | 339 | 5.5% |
| Ethiopian | 2 | 0.0% |
| European | 60 | 1.0% |
| Finnish | 765 | 12.3% |
| French | 127 | 2.1% |
| French Canadian | 15 | 0.2% |
| German | 1,880 | 30.3% |
| Guatemalan | 33 | 0.5% |
| Hungarian | 6 | 0.1% |
| Indian (Asian) | 10 | 0.2% |
| Irish | 336 | 5.4% |
| Italian | 23 | 0.4% |
| Jamaican | 20 | 0.3% |
| Korean | 11 | 0.2% |
| Latvian | 5 | 0.1% |
| Luxembourger | 2 | 0.0% |
| Mexican | 126 | 2.0% |
| Mexican American Indian | 13 | 0.2% |
| Nicaraguan | 124 | 2.0% |
| Northern European | 3 | 0.1% |
| Norwegian | 1,018 | 16.4% |
| Polish | 168 | 2.7% |
| Portuguese | 22 | 0.4% |
| Puerto Rican | 7 | 0.1% |
| Russian | 13 | 0.2% |
| Salvadoran | 33 | 0.5% |
| Scandinavian | 49 | 0.8% |
| Scotch-Irish | 33 | 0.5% |
| Scottish | 45 | 0.7% |
| Sioux | 46 | 0.7% |
| Slavic | 1 | 0.0% |
| South African | 3 | 0.1% |
| Sri Lankan | 11 | 0.2% |
| Subsaharan African | 14 | 0.2% |
| Swedish | 229 | 3.7% |
| Swiss | 8 | 0.1% |
| Thai | 4 | 0.1% |
| Welsh | 5 | 0.1% |
| Yugoslavian | 11 | 0.2% | View All 53 Rows |
Immigrants in Hamlin County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Hamlin County came from Central America (191 | 3.1%), Latin America (191 | 3.1%), Mexico (74 | 1.2%), Nicaragua (58 | 0.9%), and Guatemala (22 | 0.4%), together accounting for 8.7% of all Hamlin County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 5 | 0.1% |
| Canada | 6 | 0.1% |
| Central America | 191 | 3.1% |
| Denmark | 6 | 0.1% |
| Eastern Africa | 2 | 0.0% |
| El Salvador | 20 | 0.3% |
| Ethiopia | 2 | 0.0% |
| Europe | 21 | 0.3% |
| Germany | 3 | 0.1% |
| Guatemala | 22 | 0.4% |
| Honduras | 17 | 0.3% |
| Latin America | 191 | 3.1% |
| Mexico | 74 | 1.2% |
| Netherlands | 7 | 0.1% |
| Nicaragua | 58 | 0.9% |
| Northern Europe | 11 | 0.2% |
| Norway | 1 | 0.0% |
| South Africa | 3 | 0.1% |
| Western Europe | 10 | 0.2% | View All 19 Rows |
Sex and Age in Hamlin County
Sex and Age in Hamlin County
The most populous age groups in Hamlin County are Under 5 Years (365 | 11.3%) for men and 10 to 14 Years (282 | 9.5%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 365 (11.3%) | 270 (9.1%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 265 (8.2%) | 252 (8.5%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 248 (7.7%) | 282 (9.5%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 269 (8.3%) | 241 (8.1%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 182 (5.6%) | 203 (6.8%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 191 (5.9%) | 151 (5.1%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 145 (4.5%) | 146 (4.9%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 231 (7.2%) | 121 (4.1%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 176 (5.5%) | 215 (7.2%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 179 (5.6%) | 149 (5.0%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 146 (4.5%) | 144 (4.9%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 207 (6.4%) | 182 (6.1%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 185 (5.7%) | 166 (5.6%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 136 (4.2%) | 140 (4.7%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 138 (4.3%) | 99 (3.3%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 78 (2.4%) | 71 (2.4%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 23 (0.7%) | 40 (1.3%) |
| 85 Years and over | 61 (1.9%) | 99 (3.3%) |
| Total | 3,225 (100.0%) | 2,971 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Hamlin County
Median Family Size in Hamlin County
The median family size in Hamlin County is 3.31 persons per family, with married-couple families (1,335 | 84.5%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.41 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (109 | 6.9%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.69 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 1,335 (84.5%) | 3.41 |
| Single Male/Father | 109 (6.9%) | 2.69 |
| Single Female/Mother | 136 (8.6%) | 2.73 |
| Total Families | 1,580 (100.0%) | 3.31 |
Median Household Size in Hamlin County
The median household size in Hamlin County is 2.79 persons per household, with married-couple households (1,335 | 62.1%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.42 persons per household. non-family households (571 | 26.6%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.22 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 1,335 (62.1%) | 3.42 |
| Single Male/Father | 109 (5.1%) | 3.10 |
| Single Female/Mother | 136 (6.3%) | 2.90 |
| Non-family | 571 (26.6%) | 1.22 |
| Total Households | 2,151 (100.0%) | 2.79 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Hamlin County
Out of a total of 2,151 households in Hamlin County, 1,580 (73.5%) are family households, while 571 (26.6%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 698, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 500.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 500 (23.3%) |
| 2-Person Households | 698 (32.5%) | 52 (2.4%) |
| 3-Person Households | 235 (10.9%) | 13 (0.6%) |
| 4-Person Households | 237 (11.0%) | 1 (0.1%) |
| 5-Person Households | 233 (10.8%) | 5 (0.2%) |
| 6-Person Households | 88 (4.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 89 (4.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,580 (73.5%) | 571 (26.6%) |
Female Fertility in Hamlin County
Fertility by Age in Hamlin County
Average fertility rate in Hamlin County is 93.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 216.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 93.1% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 1 (0.9%) | 4.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 108 (93.1%) | 216.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 7 (6.0%) | 14.0 |
| Total | 116 (100.0%) | 93.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Hamlin County
92.2% of women with births (116) in Hamlin County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 8.3% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 15 to 19 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 1 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 99 (91.7%) | 9 (8.3%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 7 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 107 (92.2%) | 9 (7.8%) |
Fertility by Education in Hamlin County
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 10 (8.6%) | 42.0 |
| High School Diploma | 50 (43.1%) | 160.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 49 (42.2%) | 109.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 7 (6.0%) | 45.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 116 (100.0%) | 93.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Hamlin County
7.8% of women with births in Hamlin County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 50.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 5 (50.0%) | 5 (50.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 49 (98.0%) | 1 (2.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 46 (93.9%) | 3 (6.1%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 7 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 107 (92.2%) | 9 (7.8%) |
Income in Hamlin County
Income Overview in Hamlin County
Per Capita Income in Hamlin County is $31,643, while median incomes of families and households are $82,415 and $76,995 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 6,196 | $31,643 |
| Median Family Income | 1,580 | $82,415 |
| Mean Family Income | 1,580 | $99,286 |
| Median Household Income | 2,151 | $76,995 |
| Mean Household Income | 2,151 | $88,657 |
| Income Deficit | 1,580 | $6,644 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 6,196 | 34.94% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 6,196 | 65.06¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 6,196 | 0.36 |
Earnings by Sex in Hamlin County
Average Earnings in Hamlin County are $43,099, $49,627 for men and $32,289 for women, a difference of 34.9%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 1,814 (55.8%) | $49,627 |
| Female | 1,437 (44.2%) | $32,289 |
| Total | 3,251 (100.0%) | $43,099 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Hamlin County
The most common earnings brackets in Hamlin County are $55,000 to $64,999 for men (232 | 12.8%) and $30,000 to $34,999 for women (174 | 12.1%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 46 (2.5%) | 74 (5.1%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 36 (2.0%) | 47 (3.3%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 45 (2.5%) | 62 (4.3%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 70 (3.9%) | 63 (4.4%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 61 (3.4%) | 81 (5.6%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 32 (1.8%) | 32 (2.2%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 26 (1.4%) | 73 (5.1%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 2 (0.1%) | 16 (1.1%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 46 (2.5%) | 29 (2.0%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 18 (1.0%) | 38 (2.6%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 48 (2.6%) | 122 (8.5%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 110 (6.1%) | 174 (12.1%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 69 (3.8%) | 95 (6.6%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 166 (9.1%) | 54 (3.8%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 142 (7.8%) | 75 (5.2%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 76 (4.2%) | 101 (7.0%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 232 (12.8%) | 154 (10.7%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 169 (9.3%) | 38 (2.6%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 224 (12.3%) | 79 (5.5%) |
| $100,000+ | 196 (10.8%) | 30 (2.1%) |
| Total | 1,814 (100.0%) | 1,437 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Hamlin County
Average earnings in Hamlin County are $55,192 for men and $35,048 for women, a difference of 36.5%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $67,740, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $32,310. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $51,250, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $29,219.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $32,310 | $29,219 |
| High School Diploma | $51,304 | $31,063 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $59,219 | $34,643 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $67,740 | $51,250 |
| Graduate Degree | $62,250 | $48,750 |
| Total | $55,192 | $35,048 |
Family Income in Hamlin County
Family Income Brackets in Hamlin County
According to the Hamlin County family income data, there are 458 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 29.0% of all families. Conversely, the less than $10,000 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 5 families (0.3%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 5 | 0.3% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 17 | 1.1% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 70 | 4.4% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 57 | 3.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 134 | 8.5% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 356 | 22.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 295 | 18.7% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 458 | 29.0% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 101 | 6.4% |
| $200,000+ | 87 | 5.5% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Hamlin County
4-person families (230 | 14.6%) account for the highest median family income in Hamlin County with $100,156 per family, while 2-person families (713 | 45.1%) have the highest median income of $40,625 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 713 (45.1%) | $81,250 |
| 3-Person Families | 248 (15.7%) | $86,389 |
| 4-Person Families | 230 (14.6%) | $100,156 |
| 5-Person Families | 213 (13.5%) | $79,208 |
| 6-Person Families | 87 (5.5%) | $91,023 |
| 7+ Person Families | 89 (5.6%) | $81,563 |
| Total | 1,580 (100.0%) | $82,415 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Hamlin County
The median family income in Hamlin County is $82,415, with families comprising 3+ earners (203) having the highest median family income of $140,121, while families with no earners (142) have the lowest median family income of $49,000, accounting for 12.9% and 9.0% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 142 (9.0%) | $49,000 |
| 1 Earner | 476 (30.1%) | $65,329 |
| 2 Earners | 759 (48.0%) | $100,602 |
| 3+ Earners | 203 (12.9%) | $140,121 |
| Total | 1,580 (100.0%) | $82,415 |
Household Income in Hamlin County
Household Income Brackets in Hamlin County
With 495 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Hamlin County, accounting for 23.0% of all households. In contrast, only 34 households (1.6%) fall into the less than $10,000 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 34 | 1.6% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 43 | 2.0% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 118 | 5.5% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 181 | 8.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 239 | 11.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 424 | 19.7% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 407 | 18.9% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 495 | 23.0% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 116 | 5.4% |
| $200,000+ | 95 | 4.4% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Hamlin County
The median household income in Hamlin County is $76,995, with the highest median household income of $85,625 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 746 households (34.7%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $49,286, with 458 households (21.3%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 183 (8.5%) | $80,179 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 764 (35.5%) | $77,696 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 746 (34.7%) | $85,625 |
| 65+ Years | 458 (21.3%) | $49,286 |
| Total | 2,151 (100.0%) | $76,995 |
Poverty in Hamlin County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Hamlin County
With 8.0% poverty level for males and 6.8% for females among the residents of Hamlin County, 15 year old males and 15 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 10 males (22.2%) and 5 females (23.8%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 67 (18.4%) | 13 (4.9%) |
| 5 Years | 16 (21.0%) | 4 (8.2%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 43 (14.8%) | 36 (12.6%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 2 (1.4%) | 13 (6.5%) |
| 15 Years | 10 (22.2%) | 5 (23.8%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 6 (4.5%) | 3 (2.1%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 17 (6.2%) | 17 (6.1%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 14 (4.2%) | 31 (10.4%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 31 (7.6%) | 18 (5.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 11 (3.4%) | 17 (5.8%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 15 (4.1%) | 9 (2.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 10 (3.6%) | 15 (7.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 10 (7.7%) | 12 (9.2%) |
| Total | 252 (8.0%) | 193 (6.8%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Hamlin County
According to the poverty statistics in Hamlin County, males aged 12 to 14 years and females aged 16 and 17 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 98.6% of males and 97.9% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 298 (81.6%) | 252 (95.1%) |
| 5 Years | 60 (78.9%) | 45 (91.8%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 248 (85.2%) | 250 (87.4%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 144 (98.6%) | 186 (93.5%) |
| 15 Years | 35 (77.8%) | 16 (76.2%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 128 (95.5%) | 141 (97.9%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 255 (93.8%) | 262 (93.9%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 322 (95.8%) | 266 (89.6%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 376 (92.4%) | 318 (94.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 314 (96.6%) | 276 (94.2%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 352 (95.9%) | 316 (97.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 264 (96.4%) | 186 (92.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 120 (92.3%) | 118 (90.8%) |
| Total | 2,916 (92.0%) | 2,632 (93.2%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Hamlin County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Hamlin County show that 4.3% or 57 of the total 1,335 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 41.2%, comprising of 28 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 1.5%, which includes 10 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 679 (98.6%) | 10 (1.5%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 345 (96.9%) | 11 (3.1%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 214 (96.4%) | 8 (3.6%) |
| 5 or more Children | 40 (58.8%) | 28 (41.2%) |
| Total | 1,278 (95.7%) | 57 (4.3%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Hamlin County
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 8 (19.5%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (12.7%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (8.1%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (100.0%) |
| Total | 0 (0.0%) | 21 (15.4%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Hamlin County
The poverty data for Hamlin County shows that 57 of the married-couple family households (4.3%) and 21 of the single-parent households (8.6%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 28 households (41.2%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 3 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 10 (1.5%) | 8 (10.1%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 11 (3.1%) | 7 (6.9%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 8 (3.6%) | 3 (4.8%) |
| 5 or more Children | 28 (41.2%) | 3 (100.0%) |
| Total | 57 (4.3%) | 21 (8.6%) |
Employment Characteristics in Hamlin County
Employment by Class of Employer in Hamlin County
Among the 2,927 employed individuals in Hamlin County, private company employees (1,852 | 63.3%), self-employed (not incorporated) (308 | 10.5%), and local government employees (270 | 9.2%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 1,852 | 63.3% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 172 | 5.9% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 308 | 10.5% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 176 | 6.0% |
| Local Government Employees | 270 | 9.2% |
| State Government Employees | 67 | 2.3% |
| Federal Government Employees | 78 | 2.7% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 4 | 0.1% |
| Total | 2,927 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Hamlin County
According to the labor force statistics for Hamlin County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (4,448), 69.0% or 3,069 individuals are in the labor force, with 2.5% or 77 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 35 to 44 years, with 95.0% or 706 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 35 to 44 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 5.0% or 35 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 227 (51.1%) | 9 (4.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 275 (71.4%) | 6 (2.2%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 285 (83.3%) | 7 (2.5%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 237 (81.4%) | 2 (0.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 706 (95.0%) | 35 (5.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 570 (92.2%) | 13 (2.3%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 345 (88.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 227 (64.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 164 (32.0%) | 4 (2.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 33 (8.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 3,069 (69.0%) | 77 (2.5%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Hamlin County
According to labor force statistics for Hamlin County, 86.7% of individuals (2,370) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (2,734) are in the labor force, with 2.4% or 57 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 95.1% or 582 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 4.4% or 38 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 121 (79.1%) | 3 (1.7%) |
| High School Diploma | 872 (82.6%) | 46 (4.4%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 795 (87.1%) | 10 (1.1%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 582 (95.1%) | 9 (1.4%) |
| Total | 2,370 (86.7%) | 66 (2.4%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Hamlin County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Hamlin County are Management (428 | 14.3%), Community & Social Service (250 | 8.4%), Education Instruction & Library (198 | 6.6%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (153 | 5.1%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (145 | 4.9%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Hamlin County, the most male-oriented occupations are Legal Services & Support (100.0%), Computers & Mathematics (88.6%), and Management (77.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), Health Technologists (100.0%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (97.4%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 331 (77.3%) | 97 (22.7%) |
| Business & Financial | 20 (32.3%) | 42 (67.7%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 89 (61.4%) | 56 (38.6%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 31 (88.6%) | 4 (11.4%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 45 (76.3%) | 14 (23.7%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 13 (25.5%) | 38 (74.5%) |
| Community & Social Service | 42 (16.8%) | 208 (83.2%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 0 (0.0%) | 34 (100.0%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 3 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 33 (16.7%) | 165 (83.3%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 6 (40.0%) | 9 (60.0%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 4 (2.6%) | 149 (97.4%) |
| Health Technologists | 0 (0.0%) | 92 (100.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 486 (46.8%) | 552 (53.2%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,624 (54.3%) | 1,364 (45.7%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Hamlin County are Food Preparation & Serving (140 | 4.7%), Healthcare Support (126 | 4.2%), Cleaning & Maintenance (60 | 2.0%), Personal Care & Service (42 | 1.4%), and Security & Protection (20 | 0.7%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Hamlin County, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Law Enforcement (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (76.2%), and Food Preparation & Serving (60.7%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 0 (0.0%) | 126 (100.0%) |
| Security & Protection | 20 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 1 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 19 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 55 (39.3%) | 85 (60.7%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 28 (46.7%) | 32 (53.3%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 10 (23.8%) | 32 (76.2%) |
| Total (Category) | 113 (29.1%) | 275 (70.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,624 (54.3%) | 1,364 (45.7%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Hamlin County are Sales & Related (264 | 8.8%), and Office & Administration (235 | 7.9%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 122 (46.2%) | 142 (53.8%) |
| Office & Administration | 17 (7.2%) | 218 (92.8%) |
| Total (Category) | 139 (27.9%) | 360 (72.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,624 (54.3%) | 1,364 (45.7%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Hamlin County are Construction & Extraction (223 | 7.5%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (136 | 4.5%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (122 | 4.1%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 109 (89.3%) | 13 (10.7%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 200 (89.7%) | 23 (10.3%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 134 (98.5%) | 2 (1.5%) |
| Total (Category) | 443 (92.1%) | 38 (7.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,624 (54.3%) | 1,364 (45.7%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Hamlin County are Production (282 | 9.4%), Transportation (151 | 5.1%), and Material Moving (149 | 5.0%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 198 (70.2%) | 84 (29.8%) |
| Transportation | 137 (90.7%) | 14 (9.3%) |
| Material Moving | 108 (72.5%) | 41 (27.5%) |
| Total (Category) | 443 (76.1%) | 139 (23.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,624 (54.3%) | 1,364 (45.7%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Hamlin County
Employment Industries in Hamlin County
The major employment industries in Hamlin County include Manufacturing (484 | 16.2%), Health Care & Social Assistance (362 | 12.1%), Retail Trade (358 | 12.0%), Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (346 | 11.6%), and Construction (329 | 11.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Hamlin County
The Hamlin County industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), and Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Enterprise Management (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (95.9%), and Professional & Scientific (90.6%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 317 (91.6%) | 29 (8.4%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 8 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 276 (83.9%) | 53 (16.1%) |
| Manufacturing | 351 (72.5%) | 133 (27.5%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 41 (64.1%) | 23 (35.9%) |
| Retail Trade | 188 (52.5%) | 170 (47.5%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 76 (57.1%) | 57 (42.9%) |
| Utilities | 23 (51.1%) | 22 (48.9%) |
| Information | 3 (16.7%) | 15 (83.3%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 17 (25.0%) | 51 (75.0%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 7 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 3 (9.4%) | 29 (90.6%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (100.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 28 (57.1%) | 21 (42.9%) |
| Educational Services | 76 (26.4%) | 212 (73.6%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 15 (4.1%) | 347 (95.9%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 21 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 56 (52.8%) | 50 (47.2%) |
| Public Administration | 37 (39.4%) | 57 (60.6%) |
| Total | 1,624 (54.3%) | 1,364 (45.7%) |
Education in Hamlin County
School Enrollment in Hamlin County
The most common levels of schooling among the 1,599 students in Hamlin County are high school (473 | 29.6%), elementary school (414 | 25.9%), and middle school (386 | 24.1%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 77 | 4.8% |
| Kindergarten | 107 | 6.7% |
| Elementary School | 414 | 25.9% |
| Middle School | 386 | 24.1% |
| High School | 473 | 29.6% |
| College / Undergraduate | 111 | 6.9% |
| Graduate / Professional | 31 | 1.9% |
| Total | 1,599 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Hamlin County
Out of a total of 1,599 students who are enrolled in schools in Hamlin County, 94 (5.9%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 1,505 (94.1%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 11 (45.8% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 52 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 18 (72.0%) | 7 (28.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 443 (92.5%) | 36 (7.5%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 499 (95.4%) | 24 (4.6%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 325 (97.6%) | 8 (2.4%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 100 (99.0%) | 1 (1.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 52 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 13 (54.2%) | 11 (45.8%) |
| 35 Years and over | 54 (87.1%) | 8 (12.9%) |
| Total | 1,505 (94.1%) | 94 (5.9%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Hamlin County
Education (223 | 25.6%), business (123 | 14.1%), bio, nature & agricultural (89 | 10.2%), liberal arts & history (81 | 9.3%), and arts & humanities (69 | 7.9%) are the most common fields of study among 872 individuals in Hamlin County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 20 | 2.3% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 89 | 10.2% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 12 | 1.4% |
| Psychology | 43 | 4.9% |
| Social Sciences | 54 | 6.2% |
| Engineering | 35 | 4.0% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 3 | 0.3% |
| Science & Technology | 58 | 6.7% |
| Business | 123 | 14.1% |
| Education | 223 | 25.6% |
| Literature & Languages | 42 | 4.8% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 81 | 9.3% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 3 | 0.3% |
| Communications | 17 | 1.9% |
| Arts & Humanities | 69 | 7.9% |
| Total | 872 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Hamlin County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Hamlin County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Hamlin County are males with 2 vehicles (590, accounting for 36.8%) and females with 2 vehicles (415, making up 44.5%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 10 (0.6%) | 6 (0.4%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 105 (6.6%) | 123 (9.3%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 590 (36.8%) | 415 (31.3%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 442 (27.6%) | 387 (29.2%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 245 (15.3%) | 191 (14.4%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 210 (13.1%) | 203 (15.3%) |
| Total | 1,602 (100.0%) | 1,325 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Hamlin County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Hamlin County are 20 to 24 minutes (452 commuters, 16.8%), less than 5 minutes (409 commuters, 15.2%), and 15 to 19 minutes (310 commuters, 11.6%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 409 | 15.2% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 303 | 11.3% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 302 | 11.3% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 310 | 11.6% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 452 | 16.8% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 252 | 9.4% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 274 | 10.2% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 65 | 2.4% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 66 | 2.5% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 128 | 4.8% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 76 | 2.8% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 47 | 1.8% |
Commute Time by Sex in Hamlin County
The most common commute times in Hamlin County are 20 to 24 minutes (245 commuters, 16.5%) for males and 20 to 24 minutes (207 commuters, 17.3%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 230 (15.4%) | 179 (15.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 216 (14.5%) | 87 (7.3%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 155 (10.4%) | 147 (12.3%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 186 (12.5%) | 124 (10.4%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 245 (16.5%) | 207 (17.3%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 120 (8.1%) | 132 (11.1%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 144 (9.7%) | 130 (10.9%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 28 (1.9%) | 37 (3.1%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 31 (2.1%) | 35 (2.9%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 79 (5.3%) | 49 (4.1%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 28 (1.9%) | 48 (4.0%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 27 (1.8%) | 20 (1.7%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Hamlin County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Hamlin County are 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM (263, 17.7%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (214, 17.9%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 68 (4.6%) | 99 (8.3%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 124 (8.3%) | 31 (2.6%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 109 (7.3%) | 56 (4.7%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 115 (7.7%) | 108 (9.0%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 263 (17.7%) | 92 (7.7%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 254 (17.1%) | 177 (14.8%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 227 (15.2%) | 214 (17.9%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 140 (9.4%) | 93 (7.8%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 20 (1.3%) | 50 (4.2%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 27 (1.8%) | 73 (6.1%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 13 (0.9%) | 22 (1.8%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 16 (1.1%) | 8 (0.7%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 39 (2.6%) | 82 (6.9%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 74 (5.0%) | 90 (7.5%) |
| Total | 1,489 (100.0%) | 1,195 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Hamlin County
Occupancy by Ownership in Hamlin County
Of the total 2,151 dwellings in Hamlin County, owner-occupied units account for 1,736 (80.7%), while renter-occupied units make up 415 (19.3%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 1,736 | 80.7% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 415 | 19.3% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 2,151 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Hamlin County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 500 | 23.3% |
| 2-Person Household | 750 | 34.9% |
| 3-Person Household | 248 | 11.5% |
| 4+ Person Household | 653 | 30.4% |
| Total Housing Units | 2,151 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Hamlin County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 306 (61.2%) | 194 (38.8%) |
| 2-Person Household | 660 (88.0%) | 90 (12.0%) |
| 3-Person Household | 214 (86.3%) | 34 (13.7%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 556 (85.2%) | 97 (14.8%) |
| Total Housing Units | 1,736 (80.7%) | 415 (19.3%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Hamlin County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 61 (54.9%) | 50 (45.1%) |
| High School Diploma | 707 (82.6%) | 149 (17.4%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 546 (77.7%) | 157 (22.3%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 422 (87.7%) | 59 (12.3%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Hamlin County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 537 | 25.0% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 410 | 19.1% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 333 | 15.5% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 413 | 19.2% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 283 | 13.2% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 127 | 5.9% |
| 85 Years and Over | 48 | 2.2% |
| Total | 2,151 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Hamlin County
Median Income by Occupancy in Hamlin County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 1,736 (80.7%) | $81,415 |
| Renter-Occupied | 415 (19.3%) | $45,703 |
| Average | 2,151 (100.0%) | $76,995 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Hamlin County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 13 (0.7%) | 7 (1.7%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 8 (0.5%) | 6 (1.5%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 35 (2.0%) | 8 (1.9%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 18 (1.0%) | 16 (3.9%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 58 (3.3%) | 27 (6.5%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 98 (5.7%) | 82 (19.8%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 165 (9.5%) | 73 (17.6%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 347 (20.0%) | 77 (18.5%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 332 (19.1%) | 74 (17.8%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 465 (26.8%) | 30 (7.2%) |
| $150,000 or more | 197 (11.4%) | 15 (3.6%) |
| Total | 1,736 (100.0%) | 415 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Hamlin County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 73 (4.2%) | 11 (2.6%) |
| $300 to $499 | 202 (11.6%) | 32 (7.7%) |
| $500 to $799 | 378 (21.8%) | 183 (44.1%) |
| $800 to $999 | 210 (12.1%) | 64 (15.4%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 432 (24.9%) | 67 (16.1%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 234 (13.5%) | 10 (2.4%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 90 (5.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 52 (3.0%) | 2 (0.5%) |
| $3,000 or more | 65 (3.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,736 (100.0%) | 415 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Hamlin County
Housing Structures in Hamlin County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 1,946 | 90.5% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 14 | 0.6% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 3 | 0.1% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 29 | 1.3% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 44 | 2.1% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 30 | 1.4% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 85 | 4.0% |
| Total | 2,151 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Hamlin County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 1,683 (86.5%) | 263 (13.5%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 5 (35.7%) | 9 (64.3%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 1 (33.3%) | 2 (66.7%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 29 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 44 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 30 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 47 (55.3%) | 38 (44.7%) |
| Total | 1,736 (80.7%) | 415 (19.3%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Hamlin County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 17 (4.1%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 35 (2.0%) | 79 (19.0%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 364 (21.0%) | 185 (44.6%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 623 (35.9%) | 51 (12.3%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 714 (41.1%) | 83 (20.0%) |
| Total | 1,736 (100.0%) | 415 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Hamlin County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 772 (44.5%) | 152 (36.6%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 393 (22.6%) | 53 (12.8%) |
| Electricity | 487 (28.1%) | 209 (50.4%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 14 (0.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 57 (3.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| No Fuel Used | 13 (0.7%) | 1 (0.2%) |
| Total | 1,736 (100.0%) | 415 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Hamlin County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 20 (1.1%) | 17 (4.1%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 168 (9.7%) | 135 (32.5%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 689 (39.7%) | 165 (39.8%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 859 (49.5%) | 98 (23.6%) |
| Total | 1,736 (100.0%) | 415 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Hamlin County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Hamlin County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 712 | 1,024 |
| Median Property Value | $191,100 | $174,400 |
| Median Household Income | $79,211 | $114 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $574 | $65 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $1,880 | $8 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Hamlin County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 67 (9.4%) | 13 (1.3%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 93 (13.1%) | 172 (16.8%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 367 (51.5%) | 634 (61.9%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 133 (18.7%) | 172 (16.8%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 45 (6.3%) | 2 (0.2%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 4 (0.6%) | 31 (3.0%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 3 (0.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 712 (100.0%) | 1,024 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Hamlin County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 16 (2.2%) | 15 (1.5%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 69 (9.7%) | 5 (0.5%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 70 (9.8%) | 42 (4.1%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 68 (9.6%) | 28 (2.7%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 114 (16.0%) | 97 (9.5%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 126 (17.7%) | 233 (22.8%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 166 (23.3%) | 206 (20.1%) |
| $150,000 or more | 83 (11.7%) | 299 (29.2%) |
| Total | 712 (100.0%) | 1,024 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Hamlin County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 293 (41.1%) | 82,500 (8,056.6%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 111 (15.6%) | 459 (44.8%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 95 (13.3%) | 240 (23.4%) |
| 4.0x or more | 210 (29.5%) | 123 (12.0%) |
| Total | 712 (100.0%) | 1,024 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Hamlin County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 100 (14.0%) | 5 (0.5%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 176 (24.7%) | 43 (4.2%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 431 (60.5%) | 228 (22.3%) |
| Total | 712 (100.0%) | 1,024 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Hamlin County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Hamlin County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 668 (87.9%) | 92 (12.1%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 1,215 (90.7%) | 125 (9.3%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 454 (83.5%) | 90 (16.5%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 467 (83.2%) | 94 (16.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 643 (86.5%) | 100 (13.5%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 571 (92.4%) | 47 (7.6%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 676 (97.7%) | 16 (2.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 475 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 260 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 5,429 (90.6%) | 564 (9.4%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Hamlin County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 668 (87.9%) | 92 (12.1%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 1,215 (90.7%) | 125 (9.3%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 454 (83.5%) | 90 (16.5%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Hamlin County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 319 (90.6%) | 33 (9.4%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 687 (84.8%) | 123 (15.2%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 881 (81.4%) | 202 (18.6%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,187 (92.9%) | 91 (7.1%) |
| $100,000 and over | 2,352 (95.3%) | 115 (4.7%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Hamlin County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 173 (22.8%) | 526 (69.2%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 222 (16.6%) | 1,055 (78.7%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 12 (2.2%) | 444 (81.6%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 18 (3.2%) | 458 (81.6%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 44 (5.9%) | 629 (84.7%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 27 (4.4%) | 559 (90.4%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 79 (11.4%) | 625 (90.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 459 (96.6%) | 171 (36.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 257 (98.9%) | 154 (59.2%) |
| Total | 1,291 (21.5%) | 4,621 (77.1%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Hamlin County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (2.2%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 21 (3.0%) | 17 (2.4%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 10 (1.7%) | 18 (3.1%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 57 (5.2%) | 55 (5.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 74 (27.0%) | 33 (16.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 62 (47.7%) | 40 (30.8%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Hamlin County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 8 (1.1%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (0.7%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 37 (3.4%) | 7 (0.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 38 (13.9%) | 24 (11.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 42 (32.3%) | 21 (16.2%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (2.2%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (1.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 2 (0.3%) | 2 (0.4%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 12 (1.1%) | 19 (2.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1 (0.4%) | 5 (2.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 27 (20.8%) | 6 (4.6%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 13 (1.9%) | 7 (1.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 10 (1.7%) | 5 (0.9%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 11 (1.0%) | 18 (1.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 27 (9.9%) | 5 (2.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 16 (12.3%) | 11 (8.5%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 8 (1.2%) | 5 (0.7%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 3 (0.5%) | 2 (0.4%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 17 (1.5%) | 30 (3.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 35 (12.8%) | 11 (5.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 37 (28.5%) | 26 (20.0%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 6 (0.9%) | 5 (0.7%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 2 (0.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (0.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 6 (2.2%) | 2 (1.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 15 (11.5%) | 10 (7.7%) |
Technology Access in Hamlin County
Computing Device Access in Hamlin County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 1,567 | 72.9% |
| Smartphone | 1,875 | 87.2% |
| Tablet | 1,229 | 57.1% |
| No Computing Device | 130 | 6.0% |
| Total | 2,151 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Hamlin County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 38 | 1.8% |
| Broadband Home | 1,312 | 61.0% |
| Cellular Data Only | 434 | 20.2% |
| Satellite Internet | 129 | 6.0% |
| No Internet | 294 | 13.7% |
| Total | 2,151 | 100.0% |
Hamlin County Summary
Hamlin County is located in the northeastern corner of South Dakota, and is bordered by Codington County to the north, Deuel County to the east, Kingsbury County to the south, and Brookings County to the west. The county seat is Hayti, and the largest city is Watertown. The county was named after Hannibal Hamlin, the 15th Vice President of the United States.
Geography
Hamlin County covers an area of 576 square miles, of which 574 square miles is land and 2 square miles is water. The county is located in the James River Valley, and is part of the Coteau des Prairies region. The terrain is generally flat, with some rolling hills in the western part of the county. The highest point in the county is located in the northwest corner, at an elevation of 1,664 feet. The county is drained by the James River, which flows through the center of the county from north to south.
The county is home to several lakes, including Lake Kampeska, Lake Pelican, and Lake Poinsett. The county also contains several wildlife management areas, including the Big Sioux Recreation Area, the Lake Kampeska Wildlife Management Area, and the Lake Poinsett Wildlife Management Area.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, there were 5,303 people, 2,093 households, and 1,427 families living in the county. The population density was 9.2 people per square mile. The racial makeup of the county was 97.3% White, 0.3% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.7% from other races, and 0.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.7% of the population.
The median income for a household in the county was $45,938, and the median income for a family was $54,844. The per capita income for the county was $21,945. About 6.2% of families and 8.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 10.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.
Economy
The economy of Hamlin County is largely based on agriculture. The county is home to several large farms, and the main crops grown in the county are corn, soybeans, wheat, and alfalfa. The county is also home to several large livestock operations, including cattle, hogs, and sheep.
The county is also home to several manufacturing companies, including a large food processing plant, a furniture manufacturer, and a plastics manufacturer. The county is also home to several retail stores, including a Walmart Supercenter, a Target, and several smaller stores.
The county is served by two airports, the Watertown Regional Airport and the Hayti Municipal Airport. The county is also served by several highways, including Interstate 29, US Highway 212, and South Dakota Highway 20.
Conclusion
Hamlin County is a rural county located in the northeastern corner of South Dakota. The county is home to several large farms and livestock operations, as well as several manufacturing companies and retail stores. The county is served by two airports and several highways, and is a popular destination for outdoor recreation. The county has a population of 5,303, and the median income for a household is $45,938.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Hamlin County?
Total Population of Hamlin County is 6,196.
What is the Total Male Population of Hamlin County?
Total Male Population of Hamlin County is 3,225.
What is the Total Female Population of Hamlin County?
Total Female Population of Hamlin County is 2,971.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Hamlin County?
There are 108.55 Males per 100 Females in Hamlin County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Hamlin County?
There are 92.12 Females per 100 Males in Hamlin County.
What is the Median Population Age in Hamlin County?
Median Population Age in Hamlin County is 33.1 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Hamlin County
Average Family Size in Hamlin County is 3.3 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Hamlin County
Average Household Size in Hamlin County is 2.8 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Hamlin County?
Per Capita income in Hamlin County is $31,643.
What is the Median Family Income in Hamlin County?
Median Family Income in Hamlin County is $82,415.
What is the Median Household income in Hamlin County?
Median Household Income in Hamlin County is $76,995.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Hamlin County?
Income or Wage Gap in Hamlin County is 34.9%.
Women in Hamlin County earn 65.1 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Hamlin County?
Family Income Deficit in Hamlin County is $6,644.
Families that are below poverty line in Hamlin County earn $6,644 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Hamlin County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Hamlin County is 0.36.
How Large is the Labor Force in Hamlin County?
There are 3,069 People in the Labor Forcein in Hamlin County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Hamlin County?
69.0% of People are in the Labor Force in Hamlin County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Hamlin County?
Unemployment Rate in Hamlin County is 2.5%.