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Hammond, IL
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Hammond, IL
At a Glance
How Hammond Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Hammond's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Hammond a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Hammond residents earn a median household income of $73,571 , which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,871. The unemployment rate stands at 11.4% (217% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 1.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 342 business establishments, including 25 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Hammond is $104,700 , 63% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $142,086. Median rent is $608/month, with 19.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 100.0 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1962.
Safety & Crime
Hammond reports 180 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 53% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 809/100K.
Education
22.9% of adults in Hammond hold a bachelor's degree or higher (32% below the national average). 87.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Hammond has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 302 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 36.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.