Hampton

Hampton, Virginia Overview

Hampton faces challenges across several categories, earning a C+ grade (50.7/100) and ranking #16 of 20 cities in Virginia. Even so, the city scores 71/100 in Affordability — a relative bright spot compared to its Outdoor Access score of 20/100.

Income & Employment in Hampton

Hampton’s median income of $70,238 is 19% below the state median, but positive population growth of 0.3% signals that affordability or other factors are still attracting residents. The local unemployment rate is 3.6%.

Safety in Hampton

Hampton’s violent crime rate of 285.1 per 100,000 runs above the Virginia average of 201. The property crime rate is 3020.9 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Hampton

Hampton has a cost of living index of 97.4 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly below the national benchmark. The median home value is $234,100. Median monthly rent is $1,346. Renters spend 23.0% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Hampton

The adult obesity rate in Hampton is 40.1%, above the national average and a factor in the city’s health profile. Diabetes prevalence is elevated at 15%. Residents report an average of 18.4 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Virginia ranks #12 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Hampton

Hampton has a high school graduation rate of 90%. The student-teacher ratio is 14.1:1. Per-pupil spending is $15,034. The city has 30 public schools serving 19,657 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in Hampton

Hampton enjoys a moderate climate with an annual average of 58.8°F. Summers average 74.8°F. Winters average 44.5°F. Annual precipitation is 44.1 inches.

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