Moving from Hampton, VA to Virginia Beach, VA
Moving from Hampton, VA to Virginia Beach, VA is a 33 mi drive, about 51 min by car. This is a local relocation — same-day moves are typical — but cost-of-living, housing, and tax lines still shift enough to plan around. The sections below pull current figures from BEA, the Census Bureau, Zillow, BLS, and NOAA for a side-by-side look.
33 mi · 51 min by car · VA
Distance & route
| Route through | VA |
|---|---|
| Primary highways | I 64, US 60, VA 165 |
| Major cities en route | Chesapeake, Norfolk, Newport News |
Route via OSRM driving profile. Actual time varies with traffic and season.
Cost of living
| Hampton | Virginia Beach | U.S. avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| All items (RPP) | 97.941 | 97.941 | 100.0 |
| Rents | 89.579 | 89.579 | 100.0 |
| Goods | 96.767 | 96.767 | 100.0 |
| Services | 99.805 | 99.805 | 100.0 |
Overall cost of living in Virginia Beach and Hampton is within ±5% on the BEA Regional Price Parity (2024) — plan your budget on category-level differences instead.
Source: BEA Regional Price Parities (MSA-level · MSA-level); 2024.
Housing prices
Typical home value in Virginia Beach is 0.0% above Hampton — $275,341 vs $427,032 per Zillow ZHVI (2026-03). Budget the mortgage math early.
YoY change: Hampton -0.3%, Virginia Beach +2.8%. Snapshot: 2026-03. Data provided by Zillow.
Climate
| 1991–2020 normals | Hampton | Virginia Beach |
|---|---|---|
| Annual avg temperature | 60°F | 60°F |
| January avg low | 32°F | 32°F |
| July avg high | 87°F | 87°F |
| Annual snowfall | 2.7" | 3.4" |
| Annual precipitation | 47.8" | 46.6" |
Annual average temperatures in Hampton (59.8°F) and Virginia Beach (59.8°F) stay within 5°F of each other (NOAA normals).
Virginia Beach averages 3.4 in of snow a year on the NOAA 1991–2020 normals — a light winter by U.S. standards.
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 (stations: LANGLEY AFB, VA US, OCEANA NAS, VA US).
Demographics
| ACS 5-year 2023 | Hampton | Virginia Beach |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 137,334 | 457,066 |
| Median household income | $67,758 | $90,685 |
| Median age | 36.5 | 37.4 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 17.1% | 25% |
| Avg household size | 2.38 | 2.54 |
Median household income in Virginia Beach is 0.0% above Hampton ($67,758 vs $90,685, ACS 5-year 2023).
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-year 2023.
Jobs & wages
Top occupations in Virginia Beach MSA
| Occupation | Employment | Median wage |
|---|---|---|
| Office and Administrative Support Occupations | 82,690 | $39,820 |
| Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations | 71,490 | $29,090 |
| Sales and Related Occupations | 69,500 | $31,880 |
| Transportation and Material Moving Occupations | 59,850 | $38,810 |
| Business and Financial Operations Occupations | 57,140 | $79,090 |
Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics.
Best time to move
Moving companies typically charge 20–30% more between Memorial Day and Labor Day (peak season). October through April offers the lowest rates and better mover availability.
To avoid mid-semester school transfers, most U.S. families schedule moves between mid-June and mid-August. Public school calendars typically run late August or early September through late May or early June.
Winter driving along this route
- I-64 across Afton Mountain and I-77 at Fancy Gap see chain requirements in winter storms.
State DOT 511 phone or web services provide real-time road conditions year-round.
Frequently asked
When is the best time to move from Hampton to Virginia Beach?
Moving companies usually charge 20–30% less between October and April (off-peak). Memorial Day through Labor Day is peak pricing. For a 33 mi drive, weather on the route matters too — see the timing section above for state-specific winter warnings.
How does the job market in Virginia Beach compare to Hampton?
BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics show median wages of $46,990 in the Virginia Beach MSA vs $46,990 in the Hampton MSA, on total employment of 737,200 and 737,200 respectively. Top occupations on the destination side appear in the Jobs & wages section above.
How far is Virginia Beach, VA from Hampton, VA?
The driving distance is 33 mi and the route typically takes 51 min via I 64 and US 60. The trip crosses 1 state(s). Actual time varies with traffic and season.
How much do homes cost in Virginia Beach compared to Hampton?
Zillow ZHVI (2026-03) puts the typical home value at $427,032 in Virginia Beach vs $275,341 in Hampton — a 55.1% higher figure. Data provided by Zillow Research.
How does household income compare in Hampton vs Virginia Beach?
Median household income on the Census ACS 5-year (2023) is $90,685 in Virginia Beach vs $67,758 in Hampton — a 33.8% higher figure. Compare this against the cost-of-living gap above when budgeting.
Plan the move
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