By Pamela Smith
Updated: Sep 8, 2026
6 min read
Reviewed by Martin Pаnауоtоv
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What to know when moving to Hampton, VA
Crime & Safety: What the Numbers Say
In Virginia, the annual violent crime rate is 203.3 per 100,000 people, which is 37.5 percent lower than the national average of 325.3. Over the past few years, this rate has decreased by 15.2 percent from 2022 to 2025.
- Violent crime: 203.3 per 100k in Virginia vs. 325.3 national average
- Property crime: 1346.3 per 100k in Virginia vs. 1546.9 national average
- Notable trend: Homicide rate down 43.2 percent since 2022
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (state-level summarized data for Virginia).
Schools & Higher Ed
Hampton has access to 15 postsecondary institutions, with five located within the city and the rest in nearby areas.
- Hampton University
- Virginia Peninsula Community College
- Asher Institute of Hampton
- Bryant & Stratton College-Hampton
- Chrysm Institute of Esthetics (The) - Hampton
Source: ArcGIS Postsecondary School Locations (NCES) + College Scorecard (ED).
Weather & Getting Outside
Hampton experiences an average annual rainfall of 41.2 inches and about 122 rainy days per year. Snow is rare, with only 0.5 inches of accumulation annually. For those who enjoy outdoor activities, there are several parks and recreational areas nearby.
- Buckroe Beach and Park - 4.6 stars (8,712 reviews)
- Fort Monroe National Monument - 4.7 stars (5,143 reviews)
- Virginia Living Museum - 4.7 stars (4,895 reviews)
- Sandy Bottom Nature Park - 4.6 stars (2,149 reviews)
Source: NOAA Climate Data Online, Google Places.