Cost of Living in Hampton, VA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
114.7
100 = national avg
+14.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$50,461
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$119,272
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing135.4
Food101.8
Transportation103.6
Healthcare101.4
Utilities108.2
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,512
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,713
per month
The overall cost of living index in Hampton is 114.7, which is 14.7% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 135.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $50,461 per year to cover basic expenses.