Hampton, NE

Nebraska

Hampton is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 493. Residents earn $80,208 per year, which is 7% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
493 Population 1,369/sq mi density
$80,208 Median Income $34,733 per capita
$174,500 Home Value $276,439 Zillow
$875 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$80,208 median income, 1.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$174,500 home value, $875/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $80,208
7% higher than US avg
Home Value $174,500
38% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.1%
23% lower than US avg
Median Rent $875
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.1%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.7%
62% lower than US avg

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

People

Population493
Median Age36.3 yrs
Density1,369/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

A+
Median Income$80,208
Per Capita$34,733
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty4.7%
County GDP$1,248M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$174,500
Rent$875
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$276,439

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.8%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain30.5 in/yr
Elevation1,767 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.1%
High School+95.9%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
Commute22 min
Libraries1

Is Hampton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hampton receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. 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 $80,208, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. Only 4.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hampton is $174,500, 38% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $875 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

26.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Hampton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 30.5 inches, including 27.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Hampton has a population of 493 with a density of 1,369 people per square mile. The median age is 36.3 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.9%), with 1.2% Hispanic.

Population

493
Total Population
1,369
People / sq mi
36.3yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.8%
Female 46.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Hampton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.5%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.5%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hampton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hampton is $80,208, which is 7% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Hampton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$80,208
7% above US avg
Per Capita Income$34,733
Avg Weekly Wage$1,033
IRS Avg AGI$81,151

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.7%
62% below US avg
Establishments (County)646
County GDP$1,248M

Business (County)

Restaurants46
Healthcare51
Retail70
Manufacturing29

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,856
39% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.78%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.6 min
Work from Home2.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Hampton is $174,500, 38% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $875 (25% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $276,439.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$174,500
38% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$276,439

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$875
25% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$706
1 Bedroom$791
2 Bedrooms$1,001
3 Bedrooms$1,274
4 Bedrooms$1,409

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied88.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,856
39% above US avg
Effective Rate2.78%
In Hampton, 41.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.8% report depression. 23.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.1%
28% above US avg
Diabetes8.3%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure28.7%
Asthma9.7%
COPD5.4%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.3%
Physical Inactivity23.1%
Depression18.8%
Mental Distress15.2%
Physical Distress10.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.7%
Checkup Rate74.4%
Premature Death7,472/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access69.8%
Healthcare Facilities51

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Hampton has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 30.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average51.2°F
5% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall30.5 inches
20% below US avg
Snowfall27.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,767 ft (539 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density1,369/sq mi
Coordinates40.8811°N, 97.8875°W
County FIPS31185
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 26.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.9%
D 23.6%

Winner: Republican by 51.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.1%
23% below US avg
High School+95.9%
School Test Score5.81
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,369/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities51
Restaurants46
Retail Stores70

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.6 min
Work from Home2.5%

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