Hampton, FL

Florida

Hampton is a small town in Florida with a population of 462. Residents earn $41,250 per year, which is 45% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
462 Population 405/sq mi density
$41,250 Median Income $20,945 per capita
$92,700 Home Value $267,355 Zillow
$781 Median Rent 29.2% income on rent
71°F Avg Temperature 314 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$41,250 median income, 4.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$92,700 home value, $781/mo rent
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,250
45% lower than US avg
Home Value $92,700
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.4%
81% lower than US avg
Median Rent $781
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.3%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.6%
28% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 35.6%
187% higher than US avg

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

People

Population462
Median Age47.7 yrs
Density405/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans8.8%

Economy

C
Median Income$41,250
Per Capita$20,945
Unemployment4.6%
Poverty35.6%
County GDP$976M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$92,700
Rent$781
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$267,355
Housing Units199
Rent Burden29.2%

Health

Obesity35.3%
Uninsured15.7%
Smoking21.5%
Depression23.7%
Heart Disease7.4%

Climate

Avg Temp71°F (22°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain53.4 in/yr
Sunny Days314/yr
Elevation139 ft (42 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.4%
High School+76.3%
Graduate+0.8%
School Score5.60

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 21%
Commute32 min
Broadband80.1%
Libraries2

Is Hampton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hampton receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Hampton has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hampton is $41,250, 45% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.6%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 35.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hampton is $92,700, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $781 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 76.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Hampton has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F. Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 314 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 53.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Hampton has a population of 462 with a density of 405 people per square mile. The median age is 47.7 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.3%), with 1.1% Hispanic.

Population

462
Total Population
405
People / sq mi
47.7yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Hampton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hampton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hampton is $41,250, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 35.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Hampton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,250
45% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,945
Avg Weekly Wage$940
IRS Avg AGI$58,091

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.6%
28% above US avg
Poverty Rate35.6%
187% above US avg
Establishments (County)566
County GDP$976M

Business (County)

Restaurants41
Healthcare42
Retail84
Manufacturing18

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,450
1% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.72%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.6 min
Drive Alone88.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Hampton is $92,700, 67% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $781 (33% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $267,355.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$92,700
67% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$267,355

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$781
33% below US avg
Rent Burden29.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,212
1 Bedroom$1,296
2 Bedrooms$1,526
3 Bedrooms$1,971
4 Bedrooms$2,261

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied67.7%
Housing Units199
Median Year Built1980

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,450
1% below US avg
Effective Rate3.72%
In Hampton, 35.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 15.7% of residents lack health insurance. 21.5% are current smokers. 23.7% report depression. 31.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.3%
10% above US avg
Diabetes12.4%
Heart Disease7.4%
High Blood Pressure34.0%
Asthma11.0%
COPD10.6%
Cancer8.0%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking21.5%
54% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.1%
Physical Inactivity31.7%
Depression23.7%
Mental Distress22.5%
Physical Distress17.5%
Short Sleep40.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate79.9%
Uninsured15.7%
83% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.3%
Dental Visits46.4%
Premature Death11,049/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access61.1%
Healthcare Facilities42
Hampton has an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.4 inches. The area enjoys 314 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

57°F Jan (14°C) 83°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average70.9°F
31% above US avg
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average83°F (29°C)
Sunny Days314 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.4 inches
40% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation139 ft (42 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density405/sq mi
Coordinates29.8641°N, 82.1388°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS12007
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 6.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (81% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 57.2-point margin. 80.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.4%
D 21.2%

Winner: Republican by 57.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.4%
81% below US avg
High School+76.3%
Graduate Degree+0.8%
School Test Score5.60
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density405/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.1%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities42
Restaurants41
Retail Stores84

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.6 min
Drive Alone88.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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