Hampton, Virginia

City Profile — Demographics, Income, Education & Housing
Data: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2022 5-Year Estimates
137,217
Population
$64,430
Median Income
$219,800
Home Value
36.5
Median Age

Demographics

Hampton has a population of 137,217 with a median age of 36.5. Here is the racial and ethnic breakdown of the population:

Black
49.0%
White
38.7%
Hispanic
6.6%
Other
3.6%
Asian
2.1%
Demographic Value
Total Population137,217
Median Age36.5
White38.7%
Black or African American49.0%
Asian2.1%
Hispanic or Latino6.6%
Other / Two or More Races3.6%

Income & Economy

The median household income in Hampton is $64,430, which is 14.3% below the national median of $75,149. The per capita income is $35,002. The poverty rate is 13.5%.

$64,430
Median Household Income
$35,002
Per Capita Income
13.5%
Poverty Rate

Employment

The unemployment rate in Hampton is 6.5%, compared to the national rate of 5.4%.

Education

In Hampton, 92.8% of residents age 25+ have a high school diploma or higher, and 27.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher (10.8% with a graduate or professional degree).

HS Diploma+
92.8%
Bachelor's+
27.7%
Graduate+
10.8%
Education Level % of Adults (25+)
High School Diploma or Higher92.8%
Bachelor's Degree or Higher27.7%
Graduate or Professional Degree10.8%

Housing

The median home value in Hampton is $219,800, below the national median of $281,900. The median monthly rent is $1,255. The homeownership rate is 55.6%.

$219,800
Median Home Value
$1,255/mo
Median Rent
55.6%
Homeownership Rate
Housing Metric Value
Median Home Value$219,800
Median Monthly Rent$1,255
Homeownership Rate55.6%
Vacancy Rate7.9%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Hampton, Virginia?
The population of Hampton, Virginia is 137,217 according to U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Hampton, Virginia?
The median household income in Hampton, Virginia is $64,430. This is 14.3% below the national median of $75,149.
What is the median home value in Hampton, Virginia?
The median home value in Hampton, Virginia is $219,800. The median monthly rent is $1,255.
What percentage of people in Hampton have a college degree?
In Hampton, Virginia, 27.7% of adults age 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 92.8% have a high school diploma or higher.
Is Hampton, Virginia an affordable place to live?
The home price-to-income ratio in Hampton, Virginia is 3.4x (median home value $219,800 vs. median income $64,430), making it relatively affordable by that measure. A ratio under 4.0 is generally considered affordable.

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