Where is Hamilton, Ohio, USA?

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Where is Hamilton Located? - Hamilton is a city located in the Butler County of Ohio, United States. Hamilton lies between 43.0962143 Degrees North latitudes and 79.0377388 Degrees West longitudes.

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Where is Hamilton, Ohio

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Where is Hamilton Located?

Hamilton is a city located in the Butler County of Ohio, United States. Hamilton lies between 43.0962143 Degrees North latitudes and 79.0377388 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Hamilton city is 63399 people and the city has a total area of 21.45 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.

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Hamilton, Ohio Quick Facts

PropertyInformation
CityHamilton
CountyButler County
StateOhio
State CapitalColumbus
US RegionMidwestern United States
Latitude39.3995°N
Longitude84.5613°W
Elevation604 ft (184 m)
Land Area22.07 sq mi
Water Area0.51 sq mi
Total Area22.58 sq mi
Population (latest Census year)63,399 (Census 2020)
Population DensityApproximately 2,872 per sq mi
ZIP Codes45011, 45012, 45013, 45015
Area Code513
Time Zone StandardEastern Standard Time (EST, UTC−5)
Time Zone DaylightEastern Daylight Time (EDT, UTC−4)
CurrencyUS Dollar (USD)
FIPS Code39-33000
Congressional DistrictOhio's 8th Congressional District

Nearby Cities to Hamilton, Ohio

  • Fairfield, Ohio — 6 mi Southeast
  • Oxford, Ohio — 13 mi Northwest
  • Middletown, Ohio — 14 mi Northeast
  • Trenton, Ohio — 9 mi East
  • Monroe, Ohio — 14 mi East
  • West Chester, Ohio — 15 mi Southeast
  • Mason, Ohio — 20 mi East
  • Cincinnati, Ohio — 28 mi Southeast
  • Lebanon, Ohio — 29 mi East
  • Dayton, Ohio — 36 mi Northeast

Driving Distances from Hamilton, Ohio

CityStateDistance (mi)Approx. Drive Time
FairfieldOhio610 minutes
OxfordOhio1320 minutes
MiddletownOhio1420 minutes
West ChesterOhio1525 minutes
MasonOhio2030 minutes
CincinnatiOhio2840 minutes
DaytonOhio3645 minutes
ColumbusOhio1071 hour 45 minutes
IndianapolisIndiana1132 hours
LouisvilleKentucky1182 hours

Transportation and Connectivity in Hamilton, Ohio

TransportationDetails
Airport NameCincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport; Butler County Regional Airport
IATA CodeCVG (Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport), HAO (Butler County Regional Airport)
PortNot Applicable
Major HighwaysUS Highway 127, Ohio State Route 4, Ohio State Route 129, Interstate 75 (nearby)
Train/Amtrak ServiceNo Amtrak station in Hamilton; nearest stations are Cincinnati and Connersville, Indiana
Local Bus/Transit ServiceButler County Regional Transit Authority (BCRTA)
  • US Highway 127 runs north-south through Hamilton, connecting the city with Oxford, Eaton, and Cincinnati.
  • Ohio State Route 129 is the city's primary east-west highway, linking Hamilton with Fairfield, Interstate 75, and surrounding communities.
  • Ohio State Route 4 provides regional access to Middletown, Springfield, and central Ohio.
  • Interstate 75, located east of the city, offers direct connections to Dayton, Cincinnati, and other major Midwestern destinations.
  • BCRTA provides local and regional bus service throughout Butler County, including routes to Miami University and neighboring cities.

What are top Places to Visit in Hamilton, Ohio

Landmark NameType
Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park & MuseumSculpture Park
RiversEdge AmphitheaterOutdoor Entertainment Venue
Fitton Center for Creative ArtsArts Center
Butler County Historical SocietyMuseum
Marcum ParkRiverfront Park
Miami University HamiltonUniversity Campus
Spooky Nook Sports Champion MillSports Complex
Governor Bebb MetroParkMetro Park
Heritage HallHistoric Building
Great Miami River Recreation TrailRecreation Trail

Colleges and Universities in Hamilton, Ohio

Institution NameTypeLevelNotable For
Miami University HamiltonPublicUniversityUndergraduate and regional campus programs
Butler TechPublicCareer & Technical CollegeCareer and workforce education
Cincinnati State Technical and Community College – Middletown CampusPublicCommunity CollegeTechnical and transfer education
Miami UniversityPublicUniversityResearch and liberal arts education
Hamilton City School DistrictPublicK–12 DistrictPublic education serving Hamilton

Waterbodies in Hamilton, Ohio

Great Miami River, Four Mile Creek, Sevenmile Creek, Twin Creek, Acton Lake, Winton Lake, Elk Creek, Indian Creek, Mill Creek, Harbin Park Lake

Golf Courses in Hamilton, Ohio

Twin Run Golf Course, Potter's Park Golf Course, Walden Ponds Golf Club, Fairfield Greens North Trace, Fairfield Greens South Trace, Hueston Woods Golf Course, Shaker Run Golf Club, Weatherwax Golf Course

Hamilton, Ohio — Key Historical Facts

  • Hamilton was founded in 1791 around Fort Hamilton, one of several frontier forts established to protect settlers in the Northwest Territory.
  • The city became the Butler County seat and developed into a major manufacturing center during the nineteenth century, producing paper, machinery, and steel products.
  • The Great Miami River and the Miami and Erie Canal played vital roles in Hamilton's commercial growth by supporting transportation and industry.
  • Throughout the twentieth century, Hamilton expanded its economy with advanced manufacturing, education, healthcare, and arts organizations while preserving its historic downtown.
  • Today, Hamilton is recognized for its public art, riverfront redevelopment, cultural attractions, and its role as one of southwestern Ohio's leading economic and educational centers.

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