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Hampton

Pop. 10,101·5th most expensive in New Hampshire·Hampton rents are up 32.3% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$2,556/mo
Year-over-Year
+32.3%
Month-over-Month
+7.8%
vs US Median
+$591
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Hampton · $2,556
More expensive than 81% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
32% of income
MODERATE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,556/mo, rent takes about 32% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$102,000/yr
Local median income
$97,163/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Hampton's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,590
1 BR
$1,630
2 BR
$2,110
3 BR
$2,610
4 BR+
$2,960
Research median
$2,110/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
$30,672/yr
At $2,556/mo median
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Rents are up 32.3% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+32.3% YoY, +7.8% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Hampton, NH is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income above the national average, 44.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
10,101
Median income
$97,163
Median age
51.2
Renters
25.5%
Age distribution
14.6%
17.2%
24.9%
16.3%
26.9%
Under 1814.6%
18–3417.2%
35–5424.9%
55–6416.3%
65+26.9%
Gender
49.3%
50.7%
Male49.3%
Female50.7%
Race & ethnicity
94.7%
White94.7%
Hispanic2%
Asian1.4%
Other1.7%
Education (25+)
22.3%
27.6%
44.2%
No HS diploma5.9%
HS diploma22.3%
Some college27.6%
Bachelor's+44.2%
Housing tenure
74.5%
25.5%
Owner74.5%
Renter25.5%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Hampton, NH has changed in 5 years

Income
$90,357 → $97,163
up 7.5%
Population
9,900 → 10,101
up 2.0%
Renter share
24.2% → 25.5%
+1.3 pts
Bachelor's+
45.2% → 44.2%
-1.0 pts
Median age
46.7 → 51.2
+4.5 yrs

Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $90,357 in 2021 to $97,163 more recently. Headcount in the area went from 9,900 to 10,101 between 2021 and 2024, a 2.0% change.

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At $2,556/mo, how Hampton rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

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Hampton rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Hampton, NH

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Hampton is $2,556/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,590/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,110/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,630/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,610/mo.

At 32% of local median household income ($97,163/yr), Hampton ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 32.3% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Hampton an affordable city for renters?

Hampton is considered moderate for renters. At $2,556/mo, rent takes approximately 32% of the local median household income ($97,163/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 $102,000/year (~$49/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,556/mo in Hampton. The local median household income is $97,163/yr, meaning the typical Hampton household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Hampton?

Rent in Hampton has increased 32.3% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Hampton rent compare to other cities in New Hampshire?

Hampton is one of the pricier cities in New Hampshire for rent, ranking #5 out of 18 tracked cities at $2,556/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Hampton?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Hampton ($2,556/mo): Exeter ($2,288/mo), Amesbury ($2,453/mo), Newmarket ($2,488/mo).

What percentage of Hampton residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 25.5% of Hampton households are renters, while 74.5% are owner-occupied. Hampton leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Hampton rent compare to the national average?

Hampton's median rent of $2,556/mo is $591 (30%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within New Hampshire, it ranks #5 out of 18 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
32%
MODERATE

At $2,556/mo, rent takes ~32% of Hampton's median household income ($97,163/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Hampton 32%Benchmark 30%
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