Hamilton is the county seat of Butler and an important regional center of business, industry and government. Hamilton has a strong economy due to its manufacturing and service sectors. Local companies produce paper, metal fabrications, machinery, steel, industrial chemicals, and automotive parts. The manufacturing companies, with the help of the insurance industry, is responsible for the city's growing economy. Hamilton has plenty of recreational opportunities for everyone. We have two YMCA centers, two golf courses, swimming pools, tennis courts, a bird and wildlife sanctuary, several bike paths, a BMX track, and a regulation-size hockey/ice skating rink available for public use. In addition, the Great Miami River provides a wide array of recreational activities including canoeing, water-skiing, boating, and fishing. In all, the Hamilton Parks and Recreation Department maintains 1,360 acres of park land.
Nestled along the banks of the Great Miami River, in the heartland of America, there is a place where hometown values, excellent educational resources, an appreciation of arts and culture all come together in Hamilton, Ohio. Hamilton is a safe harbor to raise a family, worship as you choose and build a 21st century business. The National Association of Homebuilders voted Hamilton, Ohio as one of the 25 best places to buy and own a home in the entire U.S.A.
Hamilton offers 1,360 acres of parks, is just minutes away from the Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park and Museum and a variety of events bring residents together throughout the year to celebrate the community. The Lane Libaries ystem is convenient to all neighborhoods; the Fitton Center for Creative Arts offers a wide range of cultural activities; and critical hospital care is nearby. Hamilton owns and operates utility systems to serve customers within the Greater Hamilton area.
Hamilton, we work hard and we play hard too! There’s always somewhere to go and something to do in Hamilton, Ohio. Play a few rounds at one of Hamilton’s two 18-hole municipal golf courses. You can enjoy endless activities within Hamilton’s 1,360 acres of parks conveniently located throughout the city. Race bikes, or ride them on a scenic hike and bike path along the Great Miami River. You can race model cars, fly your radio controlled airplane, join the soccer, baseball or football teams or just watch the fun!
Hamilton is home to a strong, sincere and diverse variety of faiths, religions, denominations and sects. All are welcomed and have become an important fabric of our community.
Hamilton, Ohio is proud to host National Religious Music Week and A Taste of Gospel Music, a music event that attracts celebrants and participants from all around the nation, joining together to lift up their voices in praise.
The Hamilton City School District, made up of 14 elementary schools, 3 junior high schools, and one high school, has an enrollment of more than 10,000 students. Additionally there are nine parochial schools located within Hamilton, including Stephen T. Badin High School. Two vocational schools operate in the Hamilton area, including the Hamilton Job Development Center and the Butler County Joint Vocational School.
With big city amenities and small town charm, Hamilton continues to retain the character of the city's past while sharpening its focus on a bright, happy future.
Hamilton is a great place to work, play and live with a wide variety of shopping, arts and recreational activities in and around the city of Hamilton, Ohio and in the Dayton and Cincinnati regions in southwest Ohio.
Housing Cost
Hamilton, Ohio is a great place to live! From scenic parks and recreation areas to historic 19th century tree lined streets with elegant homes. Wherever you decide to live in Hamilton, shopping, schools, recreation and parks are all within minutes of your home. Hamilton, Ohio is ready to welcome your family.
Estimated median house or condo value in 2007: $116,534
Mean prices in 2007: All housing units: $137,753; Detached houses: $136,850; Townhouses or other attached units: $181,487; In 2-unit structures: $93,811; In 3-to-4-unit structures: $139,128; In 5-or-more-unit structures: $167,047; Mobile homes: $16,667
Demographics
Population in July 2008: 62,477. Hamilton covers 21.6 square miles. Zip codes: 45011, 45012, 45013, 45015, 45020, 45023, 45025, 45026 - Area code: 513
Weather
Hamilton, OH climate is warm during summer when temperatures tend to be in the 70's and very cold during winter when temperatures tend to be in the 30's.
The warmest month of the year is July with an average maximum temperature of 88.10 degrees Fahrenheit, while the coldest month of the year is January with an average minimum temperature of 19.90 degrees Fahrenheit.
Temperature variations between night and day tend to be moderate during summer with a difference that can reach 23 degrees Fahrenheit, and fairly limited during winter with an average difference of 19 degrees Fahrenheit.
The annual average precipitation at Hamilton is 43.36 Inches. Rainfall in is fairly evenly distributed throughout the year. The wettest month of the year is May with an average rainfall of 5.08 Inches.
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. Hamilton has a strong economy due to its manufacturing and service sectors. Local companies produce paper, metal fabrications, machinery, steel, industrial chemicals, and automotive parts. The manufacturing companies, with the help of the insurance industry, is responsible for the city's growing economy. Hamilton has plenty of recreational opportunities for everyone. We have two YMCA centers, two golf courses, swimming pools, tennis courts, a bird and wildlife sanctuary, several bike paths, a BMX track, and a regulation-size hockey/ice skating rink available for public use. In addition, the Great Miami River provides a wide array of recreational activities including canoeing, water-skiing, boating, and fishing. In all, the Hamilton Parks and Recreation Department maintains 1,360 acres of park land. 