Hampton, Virginia Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Hampton, Virginia is 137,334 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 8th-largest city in Virginia. The median household income is $67,758, the median home value is $234,100, and the median age is 36.5.
The population has grown 0.1% since 2010 (137,415 → 137,596).
137,334
Population
2669
People / sq mi
$67,758
Median Income
$234,100
Median Home Value
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Hampton covers 51.5 sq mi of land at 2669 people per square mile.
About Hampton, VA
Hampton is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 40.1% of the population. With 137,334 residents, Hampton is a city in Virginia. It is the #8-largest of all cities in Virginia nationally.
Median household income is $67,758, below the US median of $78,538. About 9.1% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. The typical home is valued at $234,100, with typical rent around $1,346.
Roughly 27.5% of adults have a bachelor’s, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is on the lower side here, at 8.2%, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 22 minutes each way.
The large foreign-born share is a defining thread in Hampton, shaping language, household composition, and the labor force behind the economic figures above.
Hampton city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Hampton city had a population of 137,415 in 2010 and 137,596 in 2024, a 0.1% growth over 14 years. The peak was 137,970 in 2022. Average annual growth rate: 0.01%.
137,596
Population (2024)
137,415
Population (2010)
137,970
Peak (2022)
0.01%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 137,415 |
| 2011 | 136,628 |
| 2012 | 137,177 |
| 2013 | 137,332 |
| 2014 | 137,680 |
| 2015 | 136,264 |
| 2016 | 135,374 |
| 2017 | 134,725 |
| 2018 | 134,330 |
| 2019 | 134,510 |
| 2020 | 137,282 |
| 2021 | 137,780 |
| 2022 | 137,970 |
| 2023 | 137,157 |
| 2024 | 137,596 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 37.5% |
| Black or African American | 49.0% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.6% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$67,758
Median Household Income
$36,787
Per Capita Income
9.1%
Poverty Rate
3.8%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$234,100
Median Home Value
$1,346
Median Rent
55.6%
Owner-Occupied
Education
92.7%
High School+
27.5%
Bachelor's+
Commute
1.5%
Drive Alone
77.8%
Public Transit
8.2%
Work From Home
22.4 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
40.1%
Foreign Born
92.8%
Non-English at Home
17.4%
Veterans
16.3%
With Disability
93.1%
Health Insurance
96.0%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 22.6% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 12.5% |
| Manufacturing | 11.5% |
| Public Administration | 9.0% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 8.6% |
| Retail Trade | 7.7% |
| Information | 4.9% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.8% |
| Construction | 4.6% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.1% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.3% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Hampton, Virginia has a population of 137,334 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 8th-largest city in Virginia.
The median household income in Hampton, Virginia is $67,758, with 9.1% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Hampton, Virginia is $234,100, with median monthly rent at $1,346 and a homeownership rate of 55.6%.
The median age in Hampton, Virginia is 36.5 years. The population is 48.0% male and 52.0% female.
The population has grown 0.1% since 2010 (137,415 → 137,596).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.