Hampton city, Virginia Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Hampton city, Virginia Demographics
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As of 2026, Hampton city, Virginia has a total population of 137,334, the 8th largest city in Virginia, with a median household income of $67,758, which is 26% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 13.0%.

Hampton city Quick Facts

Population 137,334

Median Household Income $67,758

Median Home Value $234,100

Poverty Rate 13.0%

Unemployment Rate 6.3%

Median Age 36.5 years

Homeownership Rate 55.6%

Affordability Ratio 3.5x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 27.5%

High School Graduation Rate 92.7%

Diversity Index 63/100

Population 137,334 8th of 681

Median Income $67,758 average

Poverty Rate 13.0% 5% higher national

Median Home Value $234,100 average

How Hampton city Compares

Median Household Income

Hampton city

$67,758

$90,974

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Hampton city

$234,100

$360,700

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 16.2%

$25K-$50K 20.6%

$50K-$100K 33.0%

$100K+ 30.2%

Employment

6.3% Unemployment Rate State: 4.3% | National: 5.2%

66.1% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 55.6%

Renter 44.4%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.5x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

21.5%

18-34

26.4%

35-54

22.6%

55-74

23.1%

75+

6.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

High Diversity

A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.

State average: 60 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Hampton city Rankings in Virginia

#8 Population of 681

#319 Median Income of 681

#328 Education of 681

#324 Home Value of 681

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Cities Similar to Hampton city

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Newport News city	184,774	$66,718	$243,300	29.1%	15.1%
Alexandria city	156,788	$113,638	$696,800	65.8%	8.4%
Portsmouth city	97,299	$58,972	$229,400	23.2%	17.6%
Roanoke city	98,677	$52,671	$180,500	28.9%	19.7%
Suffolk city	96,638	$90,089	$329,600	32.4%	9.9%

Population Overview

Hampton city is a major urban center located in Virginia, within Hampton city. The total population is 137,334. It ranks as the 8th most populous out of 681 cities and towns in Virginia.

Age Demographics

The median age in Hampton city is 36.5 years. This is 6% lower than the state median of 38.8 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Hampton city is $67,758. This is 26% lower than the state median of $90,974. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 14% lower. The poverty rate stands at 13.0%. This is 31% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.9%. The unemployment rate is 6.3%. This is 47% higher than the state rate of 4.3%. The median home value is $234,100. Housing costs are 35% lower than the state median of $360,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.5x. 55.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 17% lower than the state average of 67.2%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Hampton city is Black or African American, making up 47.9% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 35.9%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (47.9% vs 18.4%). The Asian population (2.2%) is well below the state average of 6.8%.

Education

27.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 34% lower than the state rate of 41.5%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 92.7%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Hampton city, Virginia is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Virginia state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 681 Census-designated places in Virginia. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Hampton city, Virginia?

Hampton city, Virginia has a population of 137,334 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Hampton city, VA?

The median household income in Hampton city is $67,758, which is 14% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Hampton city, VA?

The poverty rate in Hampton city is 13.0%. This means approximately 17,351 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Hampton city, Virginia?

Hampton city's population is 35.9% White, 47.9% Black, 6.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.2% Asian.

What is the median home value in Hampton city, VA?

The median home value in Hampton city is $234,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.5x.

How educated is Hampton city, Virginia?

27.5% of adults (25+) in Hampton city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 10.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.