Hampton

Hampton, New Hampshire Overview

With a composite score of 64.3/100 and a A+ grade, Hampton ranks #7 of 20 cities in New Hampshire. Its strongest showing is in Safety (96/100), while Outdoor Access (43/100) represents its largest gap.

Income & Employment in Hampton

The median household income in Hampton is $96,322, 2% below the statewide median of $97,880.

Safety in Hampton

Hampton’s violent crime rate of 102.5 per 100,000 is well below both the New Hampshire rate of 110 and national norms, making safety one of the city’s defining features. The property crime rate is 608.8 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Hampton

The median home value is $488,400. Median monthly rent is $1,644. Renters spend 20.5% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline. The price-to-income ratio of 5.1x suggests home buyers face a stretched market.

Health & Wellness in Hampton

The adult obesity rate in Hampton is 31.6% (CDC PLACES). The diabetes prevalence rate is 10.1%. Residents average 13.9 poor mental health days per month. New Hampshire ranks #1 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Hampton

Hampton has a high school graduation rate of 89%. The student-teacher ratio of 10.3:1 indicates smaller class sizes. Local districts invest $25,488 per student, well above the national median. The city has 4 public schools serving 1,959 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Hampton

The annual average temperature in Hampton is 50.9°F. Summers average 68.1°F. Winters average 34.3°F. Precipitation is abundant at 58.9 inches per year. 18% of workers in Hampton work from home, well above the national average.

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