Hampton, GA

Georgia · Metropolitan Area

Hampton is a small city in Georgia with a population of 8,491. Residents earn $77,973 per year, which is 4% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
8,491 Population 775/sq mi density
$77,973 Median Income $28,036 per capita
$265,100 Home Value $307,599 Zillow
$1,383 Median Rent 45.9% income on rent
63°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$77,973 median income, 1.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$265,100 home value, $1,383/mo rent
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
29.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $77,973
4% higher than US avg
Home Value $265,100
6% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 29.6%
12% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,383
19% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 45.8%
43% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.4%
16% lower than US avg

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

People

Population8,491
Median Age37.4 yrs
Density775/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 45%

Economy

A
Median Income$77,973
Per Capita$28,036
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty10.4%
County GDP$3,094M
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$265,100
Rent$1,383
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$307,599
Rent Burden45.9%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity45.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.0%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain54.2 in/yr
Elevation867 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+29.6%
High School+94.0%
School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 41%
Commute34 min
Libraries1

Is Hampton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hampton receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Hampton stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hampton is $77,973, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. 10.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hampton is $265,100, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,383 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

29.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Hampton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 54.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Hampton has a population of 8,491 with a density of 775 people per square mile. The median age is 37.4 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (45%), with 44.9% White.

Population

8,491
Total Population
775
People / sq mi
37.4yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
11.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.7%
Female 55.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Hampton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.5%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.5%
59% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hampton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hampton is $77,973, which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Hampton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$77,973
4% above US avg
Per Capita Income$28,036
Avg Weekly Wage$959
IRS Avg AGI$55,047

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.4%
16% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,503
County GDP$3,094M

Business (County)

Restaurants129
Healthcare149
Retail232
Manufacturing57

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,392
25% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.66%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.2 min
Work from Home15.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Hampton is $265,100, 6% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,383 (19% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $307,599.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$265,100
6% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$307,599
Median List Price$269,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$269,900
$/Sq Ft$152
Homes Sold11
Sale-to-List Ratio99.4%
Price Drops29.4%
Inventory34

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,383
19% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,971
Rent Burden45.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$979
1 Bedroom$1,023
2 Bedrooms$1,203
3 Bedrooms$1,524
4 Bedrooms$1,775

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied75.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,392
25% above US avg
Effective Rate1.66%
In Hampton, 45.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.0% report depression. 26.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity45.8%
43% above US avg
Diabetes12.8%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure38.0%
Asthma10.9%
COPD6.2%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.6%
Physical Inactivity26.9%
Depression19.0%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress13.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.6%
Checkup Rate78.6%
Premature Death14,238/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access65.6%
Healthcare Facilities149

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Safety Score

Hampton has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 54.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average62.8°F
16% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall54.2 inches
43% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation867 ft (264 m)
Area11.0 sq mi (28.4 km²)
Population Density775/sq mi
Coordinates33.3777°N, 84.2990°W
County FIPS13255
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 29.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (12% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.1%
D 41.4%

Winner: Republican by 16.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+29.6%
12% below US avg
High School+94.0%
School Test Score4.92
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density775/sq mi
Total Area11.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities149
Restaurants129
Retail Stores232

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.2 min
Work from Home15.3%

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