Hampton, IA

Iowa

Hampton is a small town in Iowa with a population of 4,311. Residents earn $48,922 per year, which is 35% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
4,311 Population 973/sq mi density
$48,922 Median Income $25,590 per capita
$91,900 Home Value $138,189 Zillow
$649 Median Rent
47°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$48,922 median income, 2.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$91,900 home value, $649/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,922
35% lower than US avg
Home Value $91,900
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.5%
57% lower than US avg
Median Rent $649
44% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.9%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.4%
8% higher than US avg

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

People

Population4,311
Median Age43.3 yrs
Density973/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 82%

Economy

B+
Median Income$48,922
Per Capita$25,590
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty13.4%
County GDP$790M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$91,900
Rent$649
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$138,189

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.5%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.1 in/yr
Elevation1,143 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.5%
High School+89.9%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 29%
Commute19 min
EV Stations1
Libraries4

Is Hampton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hampton receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Hampton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hampton is $48,922, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. 13.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hampton is $91,900, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $649 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Hampton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Hampton has a population of 4,311 with a density of 973 people per square mile. The median age is 43.3 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.4%), with 3.6% Hispanic.

Population

4,311
Total Population
973
People / sq mi
43.3yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
4.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.3%
Female 49.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Hampton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only76.8%
2% below US avg
Spanish23.2%
73% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Hampton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hampton is $48,922, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Hampton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,922
35% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,590
Avg Weekly Wage$1,024
IRS Avg AGI$73,117

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.4%
8% above US avg
Establishments (County)364
County GDP$790M

Business (County)

Restaurants15
Healthcare26
Retail36
Manufacturing20

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,431
2% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.73%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.1 min
Work from Home3.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Hampton is $91,900, 67% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $649 (44% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $138,189.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$91,900
67% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$138,189

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$649
44% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$738
1 Bedroom$788
2 Bedrooms$989
3 Bedrooms$1,282
4 Bedrooms$1,420

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied66.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,431
2% below US avg
Effective Rate3.73%
In Hampton, 42.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.5% report depression. 32.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.9%
34% above US avg
Diabetes12.2%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure33.0%
Asthma10.2%
COPD7.7%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.3%
Physical Inactivity32.0%
Depression21.5%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress14.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.4%
Checkup Rate74.3%
Premature Death9,806/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access76.5%
Healthcare Facilities26

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Hampton has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-9°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average46.6°F
14% below US avg
January Average17°F (-9°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.1 inches
0% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,143 ft (348 m)
Area4.4 sq mi (11.5 km²)
Population Density973/sq mi
Coordinates42.7420°N, 93.2050°W
County FIPS19069
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 14.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (57% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 41.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.2%
D 28.5%

Winner: Republican by 41.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.5%
57% below US avg
High School+89.9%
School Test Score5.73
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density973/sq mi
Total Area4.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations4
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities26
Restaurants15
Retail Stores36

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.1 min
Work from Home3.8%

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