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Hampton, SC
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Hampton, SC
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 $45,809 , which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,522. The unemployment rate stands at 6.3% (75% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 5.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 418 business establishments, including 29 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Hampton is $179,700 , 36% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $171,646. Median rent is $818/month, with 29.2% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 93.7 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1991.
Safety & Crime
Hampton reports 1,040 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 174% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 6,723/100K. The murder rate is 40.0/100K.
Education
11.3% of adults in Hampton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below the national average). 87.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 3.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Hampton has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 308 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 45.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.