Living Here

The City of Hamilton, Ohio is situated in Butler County located in southwestern Ohio.  Hamilton's close proximity to the metropolitan areas of Cincinnati and Dayton place it at the center of expanding markets and a highly skilled work force.

Hamilton, Ohio first appeared on the map in 1791 as Fort Hamilton; a frontier outpost on the east bank of the Great Miami River. The fort was named after Alexander Hamilton, the nation's first Secretary of the Treasury.  The area's first settlers were land speculators and Revolutionary War veterans.

When Ohio was admitted as a state in 1803, Hamilton, Ohio was designated the county seat of the newly-created Butler County, Ohio. Today, Hamilton is the governmental, financial, industrial, and cultural center of Butler County, Ohio.  With a population of over 61,000, the city offers the cultural amenities and history of a large city in a suburban setting.

Quality of Life in Hamilton, Ohio
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 Parks Conservancy 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 Libraries system 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. Visit the City of Hamilton for complete information about residential services.