Hampton, IA
Full City Profile · Iowa · Franklin County County
Hampton, IA
At a Glance
How Hampton Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Hampton's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Hampton a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Hampton residents earn a median household income of $48,922 , which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,590. The unemployment rate stands at 4.7% (31% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 13.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 364 business establishments, including 15 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Hampton is $91,900 , 67% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $144,291. Median rent is $649/month, with 23.8% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 87.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1957.
Safety & Crime
Hampton reports 94 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 75% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 517/100K.
Education
14.5% of adults in Hampton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (57% below the national average). 89.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
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 totals 38.1 inches.