Hampton, VA vs High Point, NC
Side-by-side comparison of housing, income, commute, safety, and quality of life.
Score Snapshot
No universal winner
Scores summarize the published model. Use the objective metric differences below and your own priorities to choose.
Hampton
73.9
#659 nationally
High Point
72.9
#808 nationally
Hampton leads in crime level (6.8 vs 12.5). Hampton leads in walk score (33 vs 23). High Point leads in cost of living index (95 vs 105).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Hampton, VA | High Point, NC |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 73.9 (#659) | 72.9 (#808) |
| Population | 137,098 | 116,926 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $282,594 | $251,120 |
| Median Household Income | $64,430 | $58,582 |
| Average Commute | 22.3 min | 20.7 min |
| Walk Score | 33 | 23 |
| Crime Level | 6.8 | 12.5 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 105 | 95 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+39.9 | D+21.8 |
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73.9 Score
Hampton, VA
Mid-size Virginia city with community character
Median Home
$282,594
Population
137,098
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
33
Northeast
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72.9 Score
High Point, NC
Mid-size North Carolina city with community character
Median Home
$251,120
Population
116,926
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
23
Southeast
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