Hamilton township, Indiana
Hamilton township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Hamilton township is a geographic entity located in Delaware County, Indiana. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 7,302. The land area covers 29.71 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 7,302 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 42.1 yrs | ±6.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 2,954 | ±169 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 3,044 | ±167 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 2,954 | ±169 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 90 | ±84 |
| Median Home Value | $187,100 | ±$15,106 |
| Median Gross Rent | $977 | ±$189 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $74,274 | ±$7,163 |
| Per Capita Income | $38,263 | ±$2,813 |
| Poverty Rate | 9.2% | ±4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 663 | ±287 |
| Unemployment Rate | 1.8% | ±1.7% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 3,408 | ±248 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 93.6% | ±4.1% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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TOWNSHIP OF HAMILTON
GUS Population: 7,301 (2024)
ID: 103922
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: TRUSTEE
2610 W SUN VALLEY PKWY, MUNCIE IN 47303-9395
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GUS Population: 112,951 (2024)
ID: 185230
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: DEPUTY AUDITOR
100 W MAIN ST, RM 103, MUNCIE IN 47305-2830
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Hamilton | KG-05 | Hamilton, IN | |
| Regular School Hamilton | 06-12 | Hamilton, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Albany, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-06 | Anderson, IN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | Fairmount, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Hartford City, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Hartford City, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | Hartford City, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | Muncie, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Muncie, IN |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Ross Medical Education Center-Muncie
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College Vocational | 2.6 mi away | 411 W. Riggin, Muncie, IN, 47303-6413 |
7652821950
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KENNEDY BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 3.6 mi away | 1700 WEST MCGALLIARD ROAD, MUNCIE, IN, 47304 |
(765) 747-9727
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Ball State University
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College | 4.7 mi away | 2000 W. University Ave, Muncie, IN, 47306 |
7652891241
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CONNECTION CORNER
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Library | 4.5 mi away | 1824 EAST CENTENNIAL, MUNCIE, IN, 47303 |
(765) 747-8216
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Taylor University
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College | 14.1 mi away | 1846 Main Street, Upland, IN, 46989-1001 |
8008823456
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CARNEGIE LIBRARY
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Library | 5.3 mi away | 301 EAST JACKSON STREET, MUNCIE, IN, 47305 |
(765) 747-8208
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Anderson University
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College | 18.1 mi away | 1100 E 5th St, Anderson, IN, 46012-3495 |
7656499071
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MUNCIE-CENTER TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.5 mi away | 2005 SOUTH HIGH STREET, MUNCIE, IN, 47302 |
(765) 747-8201
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Summit Salon Academy
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College Vocational | 20.0 mi away | 1944 East 53rd Street, Anderson, IN, 46013 |
7656495555
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YORKTOWN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.5 mi away | 8920 WEST ADALINE STREET, YORKTOWN, IN, 47396 |
(765) 759-9723
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at MUNCIE DELAWARE CO AP, IN US, located 2.5 miles from Hamilton township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 36.0° | 21.3° | 28.6° | 2.52" | — |
| February | 39.9° | 23.9° | 31.9° | 2.27" | — |
| March | 50.9° | 32.5° | 41.7° | 3.08" | — |
| April | 64.1° | 43.0° | 53.5° | 3.89" | — |
| May | 74.6° | 54.2° | 64.4° | 4.36" | — |
| June | 83.0° | 63.6° | 73.3° | 4.81" | — |
| July | 85.8° | 66.3° | 76.0° | 4.10" | — |
| August | 84.1° | 63.4° | 73.7° | 3.38" | — |
| September | 78.8° | 55.7° | 67.2° | 3.09" | — |
| October | 66.3° | 45.4° | 55.8° | 2.96" | — |
| November | 52.3° | 35.6° | 43.9° | 3.23" | — |
| December | 40.7° | 26.9° | 33.8° | 2.57" | — |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royerton CDP | CDP | 0.9 mi | — |
| Eaton town | Town | 4.3 mi | — |
| Muncie city | City | 4.9 mi | — |
| Gaston town | Town | 6.6 mi | — |
| Selma town | Town | 8.4 mi | — |
| Albany town | Town | 8.6 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 1803530600. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.