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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Hampton County
Hampton County lies in the Atlantic Coast Flatwoods (MLRA 153A) region. Elevation averages about 117 feet.
Hampton County averages 48.3 inches of precipitation annually (1991–2020 NOAA normals). Annual mean temperature is 65.3°F.
Hampton County's agricultural base centers on cotton, corn, and soybeans. The 2022 Ag Census recorded 185 farms working 96,359 acres.
Quick Facts
| Region | Lowcountry |
| Top Commodities | Cotton, Corn, Soybeans, Cattle & calves, Poultry, Hogs |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Extreme Drought (D3). LFP-eligible for 13+ weeks — check FSA for livestock forage assistance.
Source: U.S. Drought Monitor · Updated 2026-04-14
Your Local USDA Offices
Your nearest USDA Service Center houses both NRCS (conservation programs like EQIP and CSP) and FSA (loans, disaster assistance, farm numbers). Here are the offices serving Hampton County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
1002 Elm St E, Hampton, SC 29924
Office info is from USDA’s published directory. Call ahead to confirm hours before visiting.
What to do when you call: Ask to schedule a meeting with a conservation planner (for EQIP/CSP) or a loan officer (for FSA programs). Mention the type of operation you run and what improvements you're considering.
Programs for Hampton County Operations
Based on Hampton County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Wetland restoration along river corridors and flood management systems receive conservation support. Specialty crop production assistance helps develop watermelon and vegetable farming operations.
Not sure which programs fit? Run our free eligibility screener. Two minutes, personalized action packet.
Local Conservation Priorities
Each county's NRCS Local Working Group sets the conservation practices that score highest for EQIP funding. Knowing your county's priorities before you apply can significantly improve your ranking.
How to find your county's priorities:
- Call your local NRCS office and ask: "What practices is the Local Working Group prioritizing this year?"
- Ask which EQIP ranking pool your operation fits (there may be separate pools for livestock, cropland, forestry, etc.)
- Check your state NRCS website for published ranking criteria
Counties Bordering Hampton County
Hampton County shares borders with Effingham County, Georgia, Screven County, Georgia, Allendale County, South Carolina, Bamberg County, South Carolina, Beaufort County, South Carolina, and Colleton County, South Carolina. Conservation priorities, EQIP ranking pools, and drought conditions often overlap across county lines — it's worth checking neighboring county pages if your operation spans multiple jurisdictions.
Your Next Steps in Hampton County
- Run the eligibility screener: Free Screener
- Find your USDA Service Center: Service Center Locator
- Read the South Carolina guide: South Carolina Farm Programs Guide
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