Hampton city, Virginia Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 15th-largest in Virginia
The population of Hampton city, Virginia is 137,334 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 15th-largest county 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 of Hampton city has grown 0.1% since 2010 (137,418 → 137,596), a +0.01% annualized rate.
137,334
Population
+0.01%
Annual growth
2669
People / sq mi
$67,758
Median Income
$234,100
Median Home Value
Hampton city covers 51 sq mi of land at 2668.7 people per square mile.
About Hampton city, VA
What distinguishes Hampton city is density: among the most densely settled of US counties, around 2,669 people per square mile. With 137,334 residents, Hampton city is a county in Virginia. It ranks #15 among counties in Virginia by population.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $67,758 — below the US median of $78,538. Poverty runs at 9.1%, below the national 12.4%. A typical home is worth $234,100, with typical rent around $1,346.
About 27.5% of adults 25 and older have a bachelor’s degree, below the 35.0% national figure. Remote work is below the national 14.0% at 8.2%, and the average commute runs about 22 minutes each way.
That density explains much of the rest of the profile in Hampton city: denser places lean toward renting, shorter commutes by transit, and a younger working-age mix.
Hampton city Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Hampton city had a population of 137,418 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)
137,418
Population (2010)
137,970
Peak (2022)
0.01%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 137,418 |
| 2011 | 136,652 |
| 2012 | 137,222 |
| 2013 | 137,406 |
| 2014 | 137,778 |
| 2015 | 136,379 |
| 2016 | 135,525 |
| 2017 | 135,007 |
| 2018 | 134,800 |
| 2019 | 135,048 |
| 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% |
Age & Sex
36.5
Median Age
52.0%
Female
48.0%
Male
16.2%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 18.0% · Seniors (65+): 16.2%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $67,758$-23,216 vs state |
| Mean household income | $85,775 |
| Per-capita income | $36,787 |
| Poverty rate | 9.1%+2.3% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 3.8% |
| Employment-to-population | 56.7% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Hampton city is professional & business services, accounting for 22.6% of workers.
How residents commute
1.5%
Drive alone
2.0%
Carpool
77.8%
Public transit
8.2%
Work from home
22.4 min
Avg commute
Housing
$234,100$-126,600 vs state
Median home value
$1,346
Median rent
55.6%
Homeownership rate
62,503
Total housing units
92.4%
Occupied
7.6%
Vacant
44.4%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
93.1%
With health insurance
96.0%
With broadband internet
40.1%
Foreign-born
17.4%
Veterans (18+)
16.3%
With a disability
92.8%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
92.7%
High School+
27.5%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Hampton city, Virginia has a population of 137,334 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 15th-largest county in Virginia. Population density is 2669 people per square mile.
The population of Hampton city has grown 0.1% since 2010 (137,418 → 137,596), a +0.01% annualized rate.
The median household income in Hampton city, Virginia is $67,758, with mean (average) household income of $85,775 and per-capita income of $36,787. 9.1% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Hampton city, the largest racial and ethnic groups are Black or African American (49.0%), White (37.5%), Hispanic or Latino (2.6%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Hampton city, Virginia is 36.5 years. Residents are 52.0% female and 48.0% male.
The median home value in Hampton city is $234,100 and median monthly rent is $1,346. 55.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 62,503 total housing units, 7.6% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Hampton city, Virginia is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 22.6% of workers. The unemployment rate is 3.8%.
Virginia Beach is among the largest cities associated with Hampton city, Virginia, with a population of 457,066.
Hampton city, VA Climate
Hampton city, VA has an average annual temperature of 15.5°C (60°F) and receives about 1165 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
15.5°C
Avg Temp
1165
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 4° / 40° | 97 mm |
| February | 6° / 42° | 89 mm |
| March | 9° / 49° | 105 mm |
| April | 14° / 58° | 78 mm |
| May | 19° / 66° | 99 mm |
| June | 24° / 75° | 98 mm |
| July | 26° / 79° | 125 mm |
| August | 26° / 78° | 120 mm |
| September | 23° / 73° | 109 mm |
| October | 17° / 62° | 82 mm |
| November | 12° / 53° | 77 mm |
| December | 7° / 44° | 86 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Hampton city, VA
The most comfortable months to visit Hampton city, VA are typically May, September and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 31°C high). The coldest is January (near 0°C low). July is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.