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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.

3.7 /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
3.7 / 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
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.0% bachelor's degree or higher
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
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% 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
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units135
Rent Burden0.0%

Health

Obesity26.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking8.9%
Depression4.1%
Heart Disease9.5%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (5°C)
AQI27 (Good)
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
Broadband94.0%

Is Hampshire a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hampshire receives an overall livability score of 3.7 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.

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. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Hampshire has a population of 339 with a density of 65 people per square mile. The median age is 42.4 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.5%).

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 Only95.6%
22% above US avg
Spanish1.5%
89% below US avg
Other Languages2.9%

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. The unemployment rate is 9.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Hampshire vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.5%
164% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.8%
45% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

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 average. Monthly rent averages $855 (26% below US avg).

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

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

Property Tax

In Hampshire, 26.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 8.9% are current smokers. 4.1% report depression. 76.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Hampshire vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.2%
18% below US avg
Diabetes5.5%
Heart Disease9.5%
High Blood Pressure22.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.9%
36% below US avg
Binge Drinking10.0%
Physical Inactivity76.3%
Depression4.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%

Food & Exercise

Hampshire has an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.4 inches. The area enjoys 256 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

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

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.4 inches
17% above US avg
Snowfall15.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation203 ft (62 m)
Area5.2 sq mi (13.5 km²)
Population Density65/sq mi
Coordinates46.2866°N, 63.2799°W
TimezoneAmerica/Halifax
17.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

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)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density65/sq mi
Total Area5.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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

Nearby Cities

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