Hamilton, MA is a small town located just outside of Boston, Massachusetts. It has a population of 7,617 people and a population density of 569 people per square mile. Hamilton is known for its beautiful natural scenery and numerous year-round outdoor activities. Popular activities include hiking, fishing, horseback riding, kayaking, and bird watching. The local businesses in the area offer a variety of services such as restaurants, retail stores, salons and spas. Additionally, Hamilton is home to the Hamilton-Wenham Chamber of Commerce which provides resources to help local businesses grow and thrive. There are also many local organizations such as Hamilton's Historical Commission that host events and educational tours throughout the year. Last but not least, Hamilton hosts several sporting events during the summer months including baseball games at Patton Park and soccer tournaments on the high school fields.
The population in Hamilton is 7,617. There are 537 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Hamilton is 41.5, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Hamilton is 2.8, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Hamilton
- 68.2% are married
- 5.4% are divorced
- 45.8% are married with children
- 5.0% have children, but are single
Race in Hamilton
- 91.5% are White
- 1.0% are Black
- 5.1% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.1% claim Other
- 1.1% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 0.8% Two or more races
- 0.3% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander