Hampstead, NC

North Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Hampstead is a small city in North Carolina with a population of 9,129. Residents earn $90,184 per year, which is 20% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
9,129 Population 451/sq mi density
$90,184 Median Income $43,630 per capita
$395,900 Home Value $476,885 Zillow
$1,189 Median Rent
62°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$90,184 median income, 4.5% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$395,900 home value, $1,189/mo rent
A
Education
4.1 / 5.0
38.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $90,184
20% higher than US avg
Home Value $395,900
40% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 38.3%
14% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,189
2% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.5%
1% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.5%
25% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.1%
10% lower than US avg

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

People

Population9,129
Median Age36.0 yrs
Density451/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 82%

Economy

A
Median Income$90,184
Per Capita$43,630
Unemployment4.5%
Poverty11.1%
County GDP$2,516M
Commute31 min

Housing

A
Home Value$395,900
Rent$1,189
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$476,885

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.2%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain63.5 in/yr
Elevation42 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+38.3%
High School+94.8%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 32%
Commute31 min
EV Stations2
Libraries2

Is Hampstead a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hampstead receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population. Hampstead stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hampstead is $90,184, 20% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 4.5%, indicating a healthy job market. 11.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hampstead is $395,900, 40% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,189 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 38.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Hampstead enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 63.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Hampstead has a population of 9,129 with a density of 451 people per square mile. The median age is 36.0 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82%), with 1.4% Hispanic, 2.2% Black.

Population

9,129
Total Population
451
People / sq mi
36.0yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
20.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.1%
Female 45.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Hampstead vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.6%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.4%
52% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hampstead vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hampstead is $90,184, which is 20% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Hampstead vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$90,184
20% above US avg
Per Capita Income$43,630
Avg Weekly Wage$907
IRS Avg AGI$82,055

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.5%
25% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.1%
10% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,964
County GDP$2,516M

Business (County)

Restaurants127
Healthcare125
Retail175
Manufacturing39

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,052
16% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.02%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.5 min
Work from Home17.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Hampstead is $395,900, 40% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,189 (2% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $476,885.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$395,900
40% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$476,885
Median List Price$484,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$484,500
$/Sq Ft$207
Homes Sold8
Sale-to-List Ratio97.5%
Price Drops15.9%
Inventory69

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,189
2% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,733

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$932
1 Bedroom$981
2 Bedrooms$1,161
3 Bedrooms$1,499
4 Bedrooms$1,780

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied73.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,052
16% above US avg
Effective Rate1.02%
In Hampstead, 32.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.2% report depression. 17.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.5%
1% above US avg
Diabetes7.9%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure29.2%
Asthma10.4%
COPD5.0%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.1%
Physical Inactivity17.0%
Depression26.2%
Mental Distress16.7%
Physical Distress10.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.8%
Checkup Rate77.4%
Premature Death9,267/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access61.5%
Healthcare Facilities125

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Safety Score

Hampstead has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 63.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average62.4°F
16% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall63.5 inches
67% above US avg
Snowfall0.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation42 ft (13 m)
Area20.2 sq mi (52.4 km²)
Population Density451/sq mi
Coordinates34.3625°N, 77.7543°W
County FIPS37141
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 38.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (14% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 35-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.1%
D 32.1%

Winner: Republican by 35 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+38.3%
14% above US avg
High School+94.8%
School Test Score5.46
A Education Grade (4.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density451/sq mi
Total Area20.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities125
Restaurants127
Retail Stores175

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.5 min
Work from Home17.3%

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