Hampton, IA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
4,311 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
57.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
14.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$48,922 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
81.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
20 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$91,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$442 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$548 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
59.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Franklin County
1
Iowa
3
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Franklin County
1
Iowa
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 7 17
Feb 1 6 22
Mar 2 5 34
Apr 4 2 48
May 5 0 58
Jun 5 0 69
Jul 5 0 73
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 3 0 62
Oct 2 0 50
Nov 2 3 35
Dec 1 8 21

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 41% of residents leaning left and 54% leaning right.

Liberal (41%) (55%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 63%
Hillary Clinton 31%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, IA State Senate District 28, IA State House District 55, IA
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Schools

South Side Elementary School
<1 miles, S • 4.6 star
Hampton-Dumont Middle School
<1 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Hampton-Dumont High School
<1 miles, N • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Ellsworth Community College
15 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Purdue University Global-Mason City
28 miles, N • 1.4 star
North Iowa Area Community College
29 miles, NE • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Iowa Specialty Hospital-Belmond
22 miles, NW • 5 star
Iowa Specialty Hospital-Clarion
27 miles, W • 4.1 star
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Airports

Waterloo Regional Airport
43 miles, SE • 1 star
Des Moines International Airport
87 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Rochester International Airport
88 miles, NE • 1 star
The Eastern Iowa Airport
97 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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