How much does it cost to rent in Hampton, GA?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Hampton, GA is $1,897. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Hampton cheaper than other Georgia cities?

Hampton falls in the middle range for Georgia, ranking #54 out of 135 cities at $1,897/mo.

When was Hampton rent data last updated?

Hampton rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

Is Hampton a renter's market or a landlord's market?

Based on RentDataNow's Rent Market Meter, Hampton is currently a renter's market. Rents are softening (down 3.0% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage. The meter is derived from rent-price momentum (year-over-year and month-over-month change), not inventory levels.

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Hampton

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Pop. 8,687·54th most expensive in Georgia·Rental market data updated monthly for Hampton, GA

Median rent (all units)

$1,897/mo

Year-over-Year

-3.0%

Month-over-Month

-0.4%

vs US Median

-$68

Stable (Monthly)

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Hampton · $1,897

More expensive than 52% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

74/100

Good value

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Rents are 12% below what Hampton's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$1,897/mo

Expected by trend

$2,157/mo

The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Hampton's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,610

1 BR

$1,670

2 BR

$1,850

3 BR

$2,230

4 BR+

$2,680

Research median

$1,850/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost

$22,764/yr

At $1,897/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Renter's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are softening (down 3.0% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.

Based on rent-price momentum (-3.0% YoY, -0.4% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Hampton, GA is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, 31.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

8,687

Median income

$75,052

Median age

32.6

Renters

23.6%

Age distribution

31.2%

21.4%

25.3%

12.3%

Under 1831.2%

18–3421.4%

35–5425.3%

55–6412.3%

65+9.8%

Gender

43.2%

56.8%

Male43.2%

Female56.8%

Race & ethnicity

37.9%

52.5%

White37.9%

Black52.5%

Hispanic4.5%

Asian2.4%

Other2.6%

Education (25+)

34.6%

27.5%

31.7%

No HS diploma6.3%

HS diploma34.6%

Some college27.5%

Bachelor's+31.7%

Housing tenure

76.4%

23.6%

Owner76.4%

Renter23.6%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How Hampton, GA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,489 → $1,897

up 27.4%

Income

$59,946 → $75,052

up 25.2%

Population

8,166 → 8,687

up 6.4%

Renter share

34.3% → 23.6%

-10.7 pts

Bachelor's+

25.3% → 31.7%

+6.4 pts

Median age

29.7 → 32.6

+2.9 yrs

The median rent in Hampton, GA stood at $1,489 in 2021 and currently runs about $1,897, reflecting a 27.4% increase over the period. Median household income rose from $59,946 to $75,052 between 2021 and 2024, a 25.2% shift. The population has grown by 6.4% since 2021, moving from about 8,166 residents to roughly 8,687. Renters now make up 23.6% of households, compared with 34.3% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 31.7% of adults here, versus 25.3% in 2021. Taken together, the five-year picture in Hampton, GA reflects how housing costs and the people paying them have evolved through a stretch that included a pandemic, a hot rental market, and a recent cooling phase.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Hampton on your salary?

At $1,897/mo, how Hampton rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $89,756/yr · Rent = 25.4% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $63,726/yr · Rent = 35.7% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $73,407/yr · Rent = 31% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $131,205/yr · Rent = 17.3% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $167,647/yr · Rent = 13.6% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $59,670/yr · Rent = 38.1% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $53,875/yr · Rent = 42.3% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $66,405/yr · Rent = 34.3% income

stretched

By apartment size

Hampton rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Hampton. Click any size for full breakdown.

Local insights

Tips for renters in Hampton

About renting in Hampton, GA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Hampton is $1,897/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,610/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,850/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,670/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,230/mo.

At 30% of local median household income ($75,052/yr), Hampton ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 3.0% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Hampton an affordable city for renters?

Hampton is considered moderate for renters. At $1,897/mo, rent takes approximately 30% of the local median household income ($75,052/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Hampton slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Hampton?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $76,000/year (~$37/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,897/mo in Hampton. The local median household income is $75,052/yr, meaning the typical Hampton household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Hampton?

Rent in Hampton has decreased 3.0% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does Hampton rent compare to other cities in Georgia?

Hampton is middle-of-the-pack for Georgia for rent, ranking #54 out of 135 tracked cities at $1,897/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Hampton?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Hampton ($1,897/mo): Jonesboro ($1,604/mo), Riverdale ($1,628/mo), Bonanza ($1,891/mo).

What percentage of Hampton residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 23.6% of Hampton households are renters, while 76.4% are owner-occupied. Hampton leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.