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Hampton, AR


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Hampton, Arkansas

Hampton, Arkansas, in Calhoun county, is 54 miles SW of Pine Bluff, Arkansas (center to center) and 177 miles SW of Memphis, Tennessee. The city has a population of 1,579.

The People and Families of Hampton

In Hampton, about 46% of adults are married. Hampton is known for its large population of single adults.

Approximately 34% of Hampton is non-white. Hampton boasts a diverse population for Arkansas, with several racial groups well-represented among the population.

There is an unusually large share of women in the city.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Hampton had a median family income of $29,948.

Political Inclinations

Residents gave more to the Democratic party than any of the others.

Hampton Housing

About 71% of housing units in Hampton are owner-occupied. The city sports a large amount of seasonal housing, typically for vacation or part-time use.

Commuting

In Hampton, 95% of commuters drive to work. You'll want a car to get around in Hampton. Or at least you'll find that a great majority of people here drive everywhere.

High Points

Hampton strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Arkansas):

CategoryTrophy
Racial Diversity
(vs. Peers)
Top 12%Hampton Racial Diversity
Affordability of Property Taxes
(vs. Peers)
Top 12%Hampton Affordability of Property Taxes
Affordability of Rents
(vs. Peers)
Top 19%Hampton Affordability of Rents

Comparative Profile of Hampton, AR

Comparing Hampton to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Arkansas (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Female Share of the Population1010
Racial Diversity99
Senior Citizens89
Age of the Population79
Well-Paid Single Women47
Children Under 5 Years Old21
Well-Paid Single Men23
Male Share of the Population11

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Average Household Size43
Portion of People Married23

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
College Educated Adults45
People in Middle Class or Better35
People Above Poverty24
Median Family Income23

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Short Commute Times76
Walking and Biking to Work11
Public Transportation Use11
Working at Home11

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Affordability of Property Taxes97
Seasonal and Vacation Housing99
Affordability of Rents98
Housing Recently Built85
People Living Alone77
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals55
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