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Hampton, Virginia Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Hampton, Virginia had a total population of 137,557, the 8th largest city in Virginia, with a median household income of $69,621, which is 25% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.7%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Hampton Quick Facts

Population 137,557
Median Household Income $69,621
Median Home Value $245,700
Poverty Rate 12.7%
Unemployment Rate 6.3%
Median Age 36.8 years
Homeownership Rate 56.9%
Affordability Ratio 3.5x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 28.5%
High School Graduation Rate 93.0%
Diversity Index 63/100
Population 137,557 8th of 681
Median Income $69,621 average
Poverty Rate 12.7% 2% higher than national
Median Home Value $245,700 average

How Hampton Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population137,334137,557+0.2%
Median household income$67,758$69,621+2.7%
Median home value$234,100$245,700+5.0%

How Hampton Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 16.2%
$25K-$50K 20.1%
$50K-$100K 32.0%
$100K+ 31.6%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
5.8%
$10K-$15K
3.3%
$15K-$20K
2.9%
$20K-$25K
4.2%
$25K-$30K
3.8%
$30K-$35K
4.2%
$35K-$40K
4.0%
$40K-$45K
3.9%
$45K-$50K
4.2%
$50K-$60K
6.9%
$60K-$75K
10.2%
$75K-$100K
15.0%
$100K-$125K
9.5%
$125K-$150K
6.7%
$150K-$200K
9.1%
$200K+
6.3%

Employment

6.3% Unemployment Rate State: 4.3%|National: 5.2%
65.2% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 56.9%
Renter 43.1%
Affordability Index Affordable
3.5x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $1,427/mo 24.6% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

63out of 100
High Diversity

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

State average: 61 | National average: 61

Education

Hampton Rankings in Virginia

#8 Population of 681
#319 Median Income of 585
#328 Education of 680
#329 Home Value of 580

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Cities Similar to Hampton

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

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Newport News184,216$69,634$260,60030.6%14.5%
Alexandria156,976$119,681$735,10066.2%7.9%
Portsmouth97,190$60,491$246,90024.3%17.3%
Roanoke98,355$55,378$190,50030.0%18.3%
Suffolk98,796$92,666$347,40033.3%9.4%

Population Overview

Hampton is a major urban center located in Virginia. The total population is 137,557. It ranks as the 8th most populous out of 681 Census-designated places in Virginia.

Age Demographics

The median age in Hampton is 36.8 years. This is 6% lower than the state median of 39.0 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Hampton is $69,621. This is 25% lower than the state median of $93,170. It is also 14% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 12.7%. This is 29% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.9%. The unemployment rate is 6.3%. This is 49% higher than the state rate of 4.3%. The median home value is $245,700. Housing costs are 36% lower than the state median of $383,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.5x. 56.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 15% lower than the state average of 67.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Hampton is Black or African American, making up 48.1% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 35.2%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (48.1% vs 18.3%). The Asian population (2.2%) is well below the state average of 6.9%.

Education

28.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 32% lower than the state rate of 42.2%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 93.0%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Hampton, Virginia is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. 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. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Hampton, Virginia?

Hampton, Virginia has a population of 137,557 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Hampton, VA?

The median household income in Hampton is $69,621, which is 14% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Hampton, VA?

The poverty rate in Hampton is 12.7%. This means approximately 17,002 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Hampton, Virginia?

Hampton's population is 35.2% White, 48.1% Black, 6.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.2% Asian.

What is the median home value in Hampton, VA?

The median home value in Hampton is $245,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.5x.

How educated is Hampton, Virginia?

28.5% of adults (25+) in Hampton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 11.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.