Median Income
$27,482
63% lower than US avg
Home Value
$160,600
43% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
3.8%
89% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,065
8% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.5%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
10.1%
19% lower than US avg
How Hammett Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population258
Median Age63.1 yrs
Density219/mi²
Male / Female33% / 67%
Largest GroupWhite 78%
Veterans6.6%
Economy
B
Median Income$27,482
Per Capita$27,039
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty10.1%
County GDP$1,908M
Commute27 min
Housing
B
Home Value$160,600
Rent$1,065
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$475,011
Rent Burden17.6%
Health
Obesity37.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.3%
Heart Disease6.7%
Climate
Avg Temp55°F
AQI33 (Good)
Rain10.6 in/yr
Elevation2,535 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+3.8%
High School+96.2%
School Score5.43
Community
2024 VoteR 73% / D 24%
Commute27 min
Broadband27.7%
Libraries4
Is Hammett a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Hammett receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Hammett has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Hammett is $27,482, 63% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. 10.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Hammett is $160,600, 43% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,065 per month. The price-to-income ratio of 5.8x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
Education
3.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Hammett experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 10.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.
Hammett has a population of 258 with a density of 219 people per square mile. The median age is 63.1 years, 62% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (78.3%), with 3.1% Hispanic.
Population
63.1yrs
Median Age
62% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.0% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.0% |
| 85% below US avg |
The median household income in Hammett is $27,482, which is 63% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $27,482 |
| 63% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $27,039 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $908 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $58,567 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.0% |
| 44% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 10.1% |
| 19% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 771 |
| County GDP | $1,908M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 70 |
| Healthcare | 54 |
| Retail | 67 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,924 |
| 16% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.82% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 26.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 59.2% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Hammett is $160,600, 43% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,065 (8% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $475,011.
Home Values
| Census Median | $160,600 |
| 43% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $475,011 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,065 |
| 8% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 17.6% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $898 |
| 1 Bedroom | $950 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,173 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,619 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,949 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,924 |
| 16% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.82% |
In Hammett, 37.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.3% report depression. 28.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Hammett vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.5% |
| 17% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.7% |
| Heart Disease | 6.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.4% |
| Asthma | 10.6% |
| COPD | 7.2% |
| Stroke | 3.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 14.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.0% |
| Depression | 22.3% |
| Mental Distress | 17.6% |
| Physical Distress | 15.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 83.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 70.0% |
| Premature Death | 7,344/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 92.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 54 |
Crime Rates: Hammett vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
| FEMA Disasters | 182 |
Safety Score
Hammett has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 10.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.
Temperature
34°F Jan (1°C)
79°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 54.6°F |
| 1% above US avg |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 10.6 inches |
| 72% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 33.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,535 ft (773 m) |
| Area | 1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 219/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.9441°N, 115.4655°W |
| County FIPS | 16039 |