Hampton city, Virginia
Hampton city profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Hampton city is a geographic entity located in Hampton city, Virginia. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 137,557. The land area covers 51.46 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 137,557 | — | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 36.8 yrs | ±0.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 58,057 | ±609 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 62,588 | ±106 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 58,057 | ±609 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 4,531 | ±610 |
| Median Home Value | $245,700 | ±$4,742 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,427 | ±$35 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $69,621 | ±$2,291 |
| Per Capita Income | $37,706 | ±$1,123 |
| Poverty Rate | 12.7% | ±1.4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 17,002 | ±1,933 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6.3% | ±1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 62,287 | ±1,557 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 93% | ±0.7% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Hampton | PK-05 | Hampton, VA | |
| Regular School Hampton | PK-05 | Hampton, VA | |
| Regular School Hampton | PK-05 | Hampton, VA | |
| Regular School Hampton | PK-05 | Hampton, VA | |
| Alternative School Hampton | N | Hampton, VA | |
| Regular School Hampton | KG-05 | Hampton, VA | |
| Regular School Hampton | PK-05 | Hampton, VA | |
| Regular School Hampton | 06-08 | Hampton, VA | |
| Regular School Hampton | 09-12 | Hampton, VA | |
| Regular School Hampton | 06-08 | Hampton, VA |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 3 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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HAMPTON VA MEDICAL CENTER
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Acute Care - Veterans Administration | City address association | 100 EMANCIPATION DRIVE, HAMPTON, VA, 23667 |
(757) 722-9961
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Hampton University
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College | 3.0 mi away | 200 William R. Harvey Way, Hampton, VA, 23668-0099 |
7577275000
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WILLOW OAKS BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 1.9 mi away | 227 FOX HILL ROAD, HAMPTON, VA, 23669 |
(757) 850-5114
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SENTARA CAREPLEX HOSPITAL
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Hospital | City address association | 3000 COLISEUM DRIVE, HAMPTON, VA, 23666 |
(757) 827-2545
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Virginia Peninsula Community College
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College | 6.9 mi away | 99 Thomas Nelson Drive, Hampton, VA, 23666 |
7578252700
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PHOEBUS BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 2.4 mi away | 1 S. MALLORY STREET, HAMPTON, VA, 23663 |
(757) 727-1149
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Asher Institute of Hampton
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College Vocational | 7.2 mi away | 4107 West Mercury Blvd, Hampton, VA, 23666 |
7577234809
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HAMPTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 3.6 mi away | 4207 VICTORIA BLVD., HAMPTON, VA, 23669 |
(757) 727-1154
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Riverside College of Health Careers
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College | 8.8 mi away | 316 Main Street, Newport News, VA, 23601 |
7572402200
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NORTHAMPTON BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 7.2 mi away | 936 BIG BETHEL ROAD, HAMPTON, VA, 23666 |
(757) 825-4558
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at LANGLEY AFB, VA US, located 3.8 miles from Hampton city. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 49.0° | 32.1° | 40.6° | 3.48" | 2.4" |
| February | 51.5° | 33.8° | 42.7° | 2.88" | 0.1" |
| March | 58.1° | 39.8° | 48.9° | 4.42" | 0.1" |
| April | 67.6° | 48.6° | 58.1° | 3.33" | 0.0" |
| May | 75.5° | 58.0° | 66.7° | 3.77" | 0.0" |
| June | 82.9° | 67.1° | 75.0° | 4.01" | 0.0" |
| July | 87.3° | 71.2° | 79.3° | 5.33" | 0.0" |
| August | 85.1° | 70.5° | 77.8° | 4.94" | 0.0" |
| September | 79.4° | 65.0° | 72.2° | 4.77" | 0.0" |
| October | 69.7° | 52.9° | 61.3° | 3.93" | 0.0" |
| November | 60.2° | 41.9° | 51.1° | 3.27" | 0.0" |
| December | 52.2° | 35.5° | 43.9° | 3.70" | 0.1" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hampton city | City | 0.0 mi | — |
| Poquoson city | City | 5.6 mi | — |
| Bethel Manor CDP | CDP | 7.8 mi | — |
| Norfolk city | City | 9.1 mi | — |
| Newport News city | City | 12.5 mi | — |
| Portsmouth city | City | 13.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 5165093827. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.