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Hammond, IL

Illinois

Hammond is a small town in Illinois with a population of 602. Residents earn $73,571 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
602 Population 792/sq mi density
$73,571 Median Income $30,871 per capita
$104,700 Home Value $142,086 Zillow
$608 Median Rent 19.0% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$73,571 median income, 11.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$104,700 home value, $608/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,571
2% lower than US avg
Home Value $104,700
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.9%
32% lower than US avg
Median Rent $608
48% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.3%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 11.4%
217% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.7%
86% lower than US avg

How Hammond Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population602
Median Age33.4 yrs
Density792/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans10.1%

Economy

B
Median Income$73,571
Per Capita$30,871
Unemployment11.4%
Poverty1.7%
County GDP$981M
Commute38 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$104,700
Rent$608
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$142,086
Housing Units286
Rent Burden19.0%

Health

Obesity36.3%
Uninsured7.6%
Smoking15.0%
Depression24.2%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain36.4 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation670 ft (204 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.9%
High School+87.7%
Graduate+3.7%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 25%
Commute38 min
Broadband86.6%
Libraries4

Is Hammond a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hammond receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, long commute times. Hammond offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hammond is $73,571, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 11.4%, unemployment is notably high. Only 1.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hammond is $104,700, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $608 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

22.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Hammond experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Hammond has a population of 602 with a density of 792 people per square mile. The median age is 33.4 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.7%).

Population

602
Total Population
792
People / sq mi
33.4yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53%
Female 47%

Race & Ethnicity

Hammond vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.6%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.4%
67% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hammond vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hammond is $73,571, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 11.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes.

Income: Hammond vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,571
2% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,871
Avg Weekly Wage$992
IRS Avg AGI$79,919

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.4%
217% above US avg
Poverty Rate1.7%
86% below US avg
Establishments (County)342
County GDP$981M

Business (County)

Restaurants25
Healthcare33
Retail46
Manufacturing45

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,233
50% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.00%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time38.0 min
Drive Alone87.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Hammond is $104,700, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $608 (48% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $142,086.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$104,700
63% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$142,086
Median List Price$143,700

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$143,700
$/Sq Ft$82
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio97.3%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$608
48% below US avg
Rent Burden19.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$774
1 Bedroom$854
2 Bedrooms$1,063
3 Bedrooms$1,370
4 Bedrooms$1,561

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.9%
Housing Units286
Median Year Built1962

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,233
50% above US avg
Effective Rate5.00%
In Hammond, 36.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.6% of residents lack health insurance. 15.0% are current smokers. 24.2% report depression. 21.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Hammond vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.3%
13% above US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure30.3%
Asthma10.6%
COPD6.4%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.0%
7% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.1%
Physical Inactivity21.8%
Depression24.2%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress12.5%
Short Sleep37.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.5%
Uninsured7.6%
12% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.2%
Dental Visits62.3%
Premature Death8,830/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access65.8%
Healthcare Facilities33
Hammond has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.4 inches. The area enjoys 302 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.1°F
2% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.4 inches
4% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation670 ft (204 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density792/sq mi
Coordinates39.8034°N, 88.5946°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17139
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 22.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (32% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 49.1-point margin. 86.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.8%
D 24.8%

Winner: Republican by 49.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.9%
32% below US avg
High School+87.7%
Graduate Degree+3.7%
School Test Score5.34
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density792/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.6%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities33
Restaurants25
Retail Stores46

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute38.0 min
Drive Alone87.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.6%

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