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Hampshire, PE

Prince Edward Island

Hampshire is a small town in Prince Edward Island with a population of 339. Residents earn $94,000 per year, which is 25% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.4 /5.0
B Good
339 Population 65/sq mi density
$94,000 Median Income $37,200 per capita
$250,000 Home Value
$855 Median Rent 0.0% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature 256 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$94,000 median income, 9.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$250,000 home value, $855/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $94,000
25% higher than US avg
Home Value $250,000
11% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.0%
50% lower than US avg
Median Rent $855
26% lower than US avg
Unemployment 9.5%
164% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.8%
45% lower than US avg

How Hampshire Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population339
Median Age42.4 yrs
Density65/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

B+
Median Income$94,000
Per Capita$37,200
Unemployment9.5%
Poverty6.8%
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$250,000
Rent$855
Ownership85.2%
Housing Units135
Rent Burden0.0%

Crime

C+
Property3,500/100K
Burglary484/100K

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (5°C)
Rain44.4 in/yr
Sunny Days256/yr
Elevation203 ft (62 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.0%
High School+27.1%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute23 min

Is Hampshire a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hampshire receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Hampshire offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hampshire is $94,000, 25% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. At 9.5%, unemployment is notably high. Only 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hampshire is $250,000, 11% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $855 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.

Education

17.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 27.1% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Hampshire has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 256 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.4 inches, including 15.2 inches of snow.

Hampshire has a population of 339 with a density of 65 people per square mile, spread across 5.2 square miles. The median age is 42.4 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.5% female and 48.5% male. The city is predominantly White (98.5%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 95.6% of residents.

Population

339
Total Population
65
People / sq mi
42.4yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
5.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Hampshire vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 95.6%
22% above US avg
Spanish 1.5%
89% below US avg
Other Languages 2.9%

Social Characteristics

Hampshire vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hampshire is $94,000, which is 25% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $37,200. The average weekly wage is $715, 50% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 9.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 11 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 15.6% of workers work from home.

Income: Hampshire vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$94,000
25% above US avg
Per Capita Income$37,200
Avg Weekly Wage$715

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.5%
164% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.8%
45% below US avg
Establishments (County)11

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.5 min
Drive Alone84.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Hampshire is $250,000, 11% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $855 (26% below the national average of $1,163). 85.2% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 135 total housing units in the city. 0.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$250,000
11% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$855
26% below US avg
Rent Burden0.0%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership85.2%
Owner-Occupied85.2%
Renter-Occupied18.5%
Housing Units135

Property Tax

Property crime stands at 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 2,503, burglary at 484, vehicle theft at 505 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Hampshire receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Hampshire vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Total Property3,500.0/100K
79% above US avg
Burglary483.9/100K
Theft2,503.4/100K
Vehicle Theft504.8/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
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Hampshire has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 256 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 44.4 inches. The area receives 15.2 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 203 feet.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average41.8°F
23% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days256 days/yr

Geography

Elevation203 ft (62 m)
Area5.2 sq mi (13.5 km²)
Population Density65/sq mi
Coordinates46.2866°N, 63.2799°W
TimezoneAmerica/Halifax

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 44.4"
17% above US avg
Snowfall 15.2"
Wettest Month (Dec) 4.53"
Driest Month (Feb) 3.15"

Air Quality

Hurricane History

6 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Earl (2010).

Year Name Category Closest
2010 Earl Category 1 88 km
2009 Bill Category 1 219 km
2003 Juan Category 2 51 km
2002 Gustav Category 1 221 km
1996 Hortense Category 1 163 km
1990 Bertha Category 1 273 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 18°F (-8°C) 4.0 in
February 18°F (-8°C) 3.2 in Coldest, Driest
March 26°F (-3°C) 3.5 in
April 37°F (3°C) 3.4 in
May 48°F (9°C) 3.8 in
June 58°F (14°C) 3.5 in
July 65°F (18°C) 3.2 in Warmest
August 65°F (18°C) 3.2 in
September 57°F (14°C) 3.9 in
October 47°F (8°C) 4.1 in
November 38°F (3°C) 4.2 in
December 26°F (-4°C) 4.5 in Wettest

Hampshire has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 18°F in February to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 44.4 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.5") and February the driest (3.2").

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17.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 50% below the national average of 33.7%. 27.1% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 84.4% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.0%
50% below US avg
High School+27.1%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density65/sq mi
Total Area5.2 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.5 min
Drive Alone84.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.6%

Schools in Hampshire

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Bluefield High School
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Radio Stations near Hampshire

6 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CFCY 95.1 Charlottetown, PE charlottetown, commercial MP3 64 kbps
CBC Radio One - Charlottetown, PE cbc, features MP3 128 kbps
CHLQ-FM "MAX 93.1" Charlottetown, PE mainstream rock, new format rebranding MP3 64 kbps
Radio Canada Ici Première (Île-du-Prince-Édouard) Charlottetown, PE radio publique AAC 48 kbps
CJCB 1270 Sydney, NS commercial, country MP3 64 kbps
CJRW 102.1 "Spud FM" Summerside, PE adult contemporary, commercial MP3 64 kbps

Museums in Hampshire

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Beaconsfield Historic House
COWS Creamery
Doucet House
Farmers' Bank of Rustico
Green Gables
Lucy M. Montgomery's Cavendish Homestead
Visitors Centre

Libraries in Hampshire

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Charlottetown Library Learning Centre0.0
Crapaud Public Library0.0
Robertson Library0.0
Stratford Public Library0.0
Tiny Library (Seasonal)0.0

Farmers Markets in Hampshire

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Charlottetown Farmers Market
Stanley Bridge Centre Farmers Market

Gas Stations in Hampshire

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Wilsons

Breweries in Hampshire

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
PEI Brewing Company

Stadiums & Teams in Hampshire

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Hampshire

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Charlottetown AirportYYGMedium Airport
Summerside AirportYSUMedium Airport
Cable Head AirparkSmall Airport
Fox Harbour AirportSmall Airport
Thorburn AirportSmall Airport
Trenton AirportSmall Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Hampshire

What is the population of Hampshire?

Hampshire has a population of 339 residents and is located in Prince Edward Island. The population density is 65 people per square mile, spread across 5.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 42.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.5% female and 48.5% male.

Is Hampshire expensive to live in?

The median household income is $94,000, 25% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $250,000 (11% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $855 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Hampshire safe?

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Hampshire receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Hampshire?

Hampshire has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 18°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 256 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.4 inches, with 15.2 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Hampshire?

The job market in Hampshire faces challenges, with unemployment at 9.5% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $715. There are 11 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 23 minutes, and 15.6% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Hampshire?

The median home value in Hampshire is $250,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $855. The homeownership rate is 85.2%.

How are the schools in Hampshire?

17.0% of adults in Hampshire hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 27.1% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Hampshire?

The average commute in Hampshire is 23 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 84.4% of workers drive alone to work, and 15.6% work from home.

What are the demographics of Hampshire?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Hampshire is 98.5% White. 95.6% of residents speak only English at home.

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