Hampton, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Hampton is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 1,127. Residents earn $77,222 per year, which is 3% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
1,127 Population 746/sq mi density
$77,222 Median Income $48,215 per capita
$298,000 Home Value $586,802 Zillow
$1,048 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$77,222 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$298,000 home value, $1,048/mo rent
A
Education
4.0 / 5.0
37.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $77,222
3% higher than US avg
Home Value $298,000
6% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 37.5%
11% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,048
10% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.2%
12% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.7%
3% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.9%
36% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,127
Median Age43.4 yrs
Density746/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 87%

Economy

A
Median Income$77,222
Per Capita$48,215
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty7.9%
County GDP$9,867M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$298,000
Rent$1,048
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$586,802

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity28.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.9%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain50.9 in/yr
Elevation389 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+37.5%
High School+94.0%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 46%
Commute32 min
Libraries11

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 a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. 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 $77,222, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 7.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hampton is $298,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,048 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 37.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Hampton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.9 inches, including 27.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Hampton has a population of 1,127 with a density of 746 people per square mile. The median age is 43.4 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.6%), with 1.3% Hispanic, 1.7% Black.

Population

1,127
Total Population
746
People / sq mi
43.4yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Hampton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only88.0%
12% above US avg
Spanish12.0%
10% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hampton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hampton is $77,222, which is 3% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.9% 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$77,222
3% above US avg
Per Capita Income$48,215
Avg Weekly Wage$1,444
IRS Avg AGI$151,298

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.7%
3% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.9%
36% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,073
County GDP$9,867M

Business (County)

Restaurants295
Healthcare387
Retail437
Manufacturing130

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$12,473
256% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.19%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.6 min
Work from Home14.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Hampton is $298,000, 6% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,048 (10% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $586,802.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$298,000
6% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$586,802

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$184
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio72.9%
Price Drops25.0%
Inventory4

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,048
10% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,599
1 Bedroom$1,759
2 Bedrooms$2,132
3 Bedrooms$2,658
4 Bedrooms$3,005

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied71.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$12,473
256% above US avg
Effective Rate4.19%
In Hampton, 28.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 18.9% report depression. 20.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.2%
12% below US avg
Diabetes7.8%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure27.2%
Asthma9.3%
COPD4.7%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.8%
Physical Inactivity20.6%
Depression18.9%
Mental Distress16.5%
Physical Distress11.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.0%
Checkup Rate74.9%
Premature Death4,363/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.7/10
Exercise Access90.6%
Healthcare Facilities387

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Hampton has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.1°F
4% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.9 inches
34% above US avg
Snowfall27.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation389 ft (119 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²)
Population Density746/sq mi
Coordinates40.7046°N, 74.9715°W
County FIPS34019
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 37.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (11% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 6.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 52.4%
D 45.7%

Winner: Republican by 6.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+37.5%
11% above US avg
High School+94.0%
School Test Score6.24
A Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density746/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities387
Restaurants295
Retail Stores437

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.6 min
Work from Home14.7%

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