Hampton, VA
HAMPTON, VIRGINIA: Demographic and Financial Snapshot
(Last updated on 12.28.20)
AGE IN HAMPTON, VIRGINIA
| Age Range | Population | Percent |
| 20 to 24 years | 12,114 | 8.9% |
| 25 to 29 years | 11,314 | 8.3% |
| 30 to 34 years | 9,759 | 7.2% |
| 35 to 39 years | 8,498 | 6.3% |
| 40 to 44 years | 6,342 | 4.7% |
| 45 to 49 years | 7,484 | 5.5% |
| 50 to 54 years | 9,248 | 6.8% |
| 55 to 59 years | 10,028 | 7.4% |
| 60 to 64 years | 8,013 | 5.9% |
| 65 to 69 years | 6,921 | 5.1% |
| 70 to 74 years | 4,605 | 3.4% |
| 75 to 79 years | 3,374 | 2.5% |
| 80 to 84 years | 2,340 | 1.7% |
| 85+ years | 2,479 | 1.8% |
The median age in Hampton is 36.1 years
Source: US Census Data; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Age
ETHNICITY IN HAMPTON, VIRGINIA
| Ethnicity | Population | Percent |
| White | 56,166 | 41.4% |
| Black or African American | 68,038 | 50.2% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 725 | 0.5% |
| Asian | 3,490 | 2.6% |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander | 203 | 0.1% |
| Other | 2,394 | 1.8% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Race
EDUCATION IN HAMPTON, VIRGINIA
| Education Level | Population | Percent |
| Less than 9th grade | 2,177 | 2.4% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma | 5,795 | 6.4% |
| High school graduate (includes GED) | 25,485 | 28.2% |
| Some college, no degree | 23,721 | 26.2% |
| Associate’s degree | 9,018 | 10.0% |
| Bachelor’s degree | 14,641 | 16.2% |
| Graduate or professional degree | 9,568 | 10.6% |
| High school graduate or higher | 82,433 | 91.2% |
| Bachelor’s degree or higher | 24,209 | 26.8% |
| Less than Bachelor’s degree | 66,196 | 73.2% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Education (population 25+ years)
HOUSEHOLD INCOME IN HAMPTON, VIRGINIA
| Annual Household Income | Percent |
| Less than $10,000 | 7.2% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 4.7% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 9.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 10.2% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 14.5% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 20.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 13.7% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 12.9% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 4.8% |
| $200,000 or more | 2.8% |
Median household income: $54,550
Mean household income: $68,776
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Household Income
HOUSEHOLD INCOME BY EDUCATION IN HAMPTON, VIRGINIA
| Education Level | Average Income |
| Less than high school graduate | $24,218 |
| High school graduate (includes GED) | $28,439 |
| Some college or Associate’s degree | $35,491 |
| Bachelor’s degree | $47,696 |
| Graduate or professional degree | $56,629 |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Median earnings in past 12 months by education (population 25+ years with earnings)
MARITAL STATUS IN HAMPTON, VIRGINIA
| Population | Percent | |
| Population 15+ years | 111,612 | NA |
| Never married | 41,492 | 37.2% |
| Now married (except separated) | 48,503 | 43.5% |
| Separated | 1,849 | 1.7% |
| Widowed | 6,817 | 6.1% |
| Divorced | 12,951 | 11.6% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Marital Status for population 15 years and over
POVERTY STATUS IN HAMPTON, VIRGINIA
| Population | Percent | |
| Living beneath poverty line | 20,609 | 15.8% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Poverty Rate
HOUSING IN HAMPTON, VIRGINIA
| Owner-occupied housing units | 30,167 |
| Renter-occupied housing units | 23,533 |
| Single-family detached units | 38,580 |
| Homeownership rate | 56.2% |
| Vacancy rate | 10.7% |
| Renters rate | 80.3% |
| Average housing value | $205,518 |
| Average monthly owner cost (with mortgage) | $1,148 |
| Average rent | $943 |
Source: US Census; https://cbb.census.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Data Point: Housing Characteristics
SOCIOECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS IN HAMPTON, VIRGINIA
| Average income | $68,776 |
| Average household size | 2.44 |
| Percent population 16 years and over in labor force | 65.3% |
| Percent disabled | 15.1% |
| Percent with health coverage | 90.5% |
| Average travel time to work (in minutes) | 22.4 |
| Percent workers using public transportation | 2.3% |
| Percent veterans | 18.4% |
| Percent foreign born | 4.9% |
| Percent speaking Spanish at home | 0.9% |
Source: US Census; https://cbb.census.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Data Point: Socioeconomic Characteristics
CONSUMER SPENDING IN HAMPTON, VIRGINIA
| Total consumer expenditures per household | $62,506.40 |
| Alcoholic beverages | $482.45 |
| Alcoholic beverages consumed at home | $284.75 |
| Beer consumed away from home | $85.35 |
| Wine consumed away from home | $42.68 |
| Apparel & services | $1,795.16 |
| Men’s apparel | $343.05 |
| Women’s apparel | $604.74 |
| Children’s apparel | $272.82 |
| Boys’ apparel | $94.14 |
| Girls’ apparel | $102.02 |
| Footwear | $403.70 |
| Dining out (food away from home) | $3,094.61 |
| Dining out – Breakfast | $314.22 |
| Dining out – Lunch | $961.50 |
| Dining out – Dinner | $1,440.90 |
| Education | $1,288.81 |
| Entertainment / recreation | $2,708.36 |
| Club membership fees | $194.25 |
| Dating services | $0.69 |
| Pet food | $216.17 |
| Pet services | $54.12 |
| Food consumed at home | $4,355.72 |
| Bakery products consumed at home | $572.65 |
| Dairy products consumed at home | $446.35 |
| Fruits and vegetables consumed at home | $850.88 |
| Meat, poultry, fish, eggs consumed at home | $961.74 |
| Nonalcoholic beverages consumed at home | $427.87 |
| Snacks / other food products consumed at home | $1,524.11 |
| Health care | $4,995.99 |
| Medical services | $915.33 |
| Nonprescription drugs | $123.14 |
| Household Services | $1,717.33 |
| Care for the elderly and handicapped | $65.59 |
| Lawn and garden services | $374.27 |
| Housekeeping services | $142.87 |
| PC repair | $5.69 |
| Housing | $19,633.61 |
| Home improvements | $2,166.39 |
| Utilities, fuel, and public services | $4,127.21 |
| Phone services | $1,496.91 |
| Water | $603.11 |
| Life and other insurance | $380.45 |
| Pensions and social security | $6,707.94 |
| Personal care products and services | $754.25 |
| Hair care products | $90.90 |
| Personal care products | $326.79 |
| Local transportation | $7,203.85 |
| Gasoline | $1,878.42 |
| Vehicle maintenance and repair | $978.99 |
| Travel | $1,828.30 |
| Airline fares | $441.28 |
| Auto / truck rental on trips | $21.49 |
| Lodging on trips | $503.96 |
| Food and drink on trips | $442.72 |
| Entertainment on trips | $156.04 |
Source: US Census; https://cbb.census.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Data Point: Consumer Spending (Consumer expenditures per household)
DEBT IN HAMPTON, VIRGINIA
| % with any debt in collections | 46% |
| Average debt in collections | $2,176 |
| % with medical debt in collections | 32% |
| Average medical debt in collections | $718 |
| % with student loan debt | 22% |
| Average student loan debt | $21,573 |
| Average monthly student loan payment | $183 |
| % with auto debt | 32% |
Source: Urban Institute; https://apps.urban.org/features/debt-interactive-map/
Survey/Program: Data from credit bureau data (2018) + the US Census Bureau’s American Community Survey (2017)
Data Point: Consumer Debt
UNEMPLOYMENT IN HAMPTON, VIRGINIA
| Year | Population | Percent |
| January 2019 | 3,053 | 4.8% |
| February 2019 | 2,806 | 4.4% |
| March 2019 | 2,621 | 4.0% |
| April 2019 | 2,147 | 3.3% |
| May 2019 | 2,312 | 3.6% |
| June 2019 | 2,531 | 3.9% |
| July 2019 | 2,600 | 3.9% |
| August 2019 | 2,575 | 3.9% |
| September 2019 | 2,234 | 3.4% |
| October 2019 | 2,223 | 3.4% |
| November 2019 | 2,137 | 3.3% |
| December 2019 | 2,210 | 3.4% |
| January 2020 | 2,653 | 4.1% |
| February 2020 | 2,452 | 3.8% |
| March 2020 | 2,857 | 4.4% |
| April 2020 | 8,535 | 13.4% |
| May 2020 | 7,512 | 11.6% |
| June 2020 | 7,109 | 10.9% |
| July 2020 | 7,485 | 11.2% |
| August 2020 | 6,000 | 9.1% |
| September 2020 | 5,820 | 9.1% |
Source: US Bureau of Labor Statistics; https://www.bls.gov/lau/data.htm
Survey/Program: Local Area Employment Statistics
Data Point: Unemployment totals (not seasonally adjusted)
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