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Hammond, MN

Minnesota · Metropolitan Area

Hammond is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 125. Residents earn $50,000 per year, which is 33% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
125 Population 781/sq mi density
$50,000 Median Income $38,673 per capita
$139,600 Home Value
$845 Median Rent 21.0% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$50,000 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$139,600 home value, $845/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,000
33% lower than US avg
Home Value $139,600
50% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.1%
67% lower than US avg
Median Rent $845
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.0%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.6%
23% lower than US avg

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

People

Population125
Median Age39.8 yrs
Density781/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans92.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$50,000
Per Capita$38,673
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty9.6%
County GDP$1,094M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$139,600
Rent$845
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units64
Rent Burden21.0%

Health

Obesity38.0%
Uninsured6.9%
Smoking15.1%
Depression25.0%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain35.5 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation810 ft (247 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.1%
High School+90.0%
Graduate+1.9%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 63% / D 35%
Commute27 min
Broadband54.0%
Libraries3

Is Hammond a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hammond receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. 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 $50,000, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 9.6% 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 Hammond is $139,600, 50% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $845 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Hammond has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.5 inches, including 48.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Hammond has a population of 125 with a density of 781 people per square mile. The median age is 39.8 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96%), with 4% Hispanic.

Population

125
Total Population
781
People / sq mi
39.8yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%
Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Hammond vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hammond vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hammond is $50,000, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Hammond vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,000
33% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,673
Avg Weekly Wage$916
IRS Avg AGI$74,149

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.6%
23% below US avg
Establishments (County)608
County GDP$1,094M

Business (County)

Restaurants58
Healthcare58
Retail70
Manufacturing25

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,056
16% above US avg
Cost of Living98.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.91%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.3 min
Drive Alone91.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Hammond is $139,600, 50% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $845 (27% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$139,600
50% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$845
27% below US avg
Rent Burden21.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$809
1 Bedroom$899
2 Bedrooms$1,125
3 Bedrooms$1,483
4 Bedrooms$1,698

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied68.5%
Housing Units64
Median Year Built1952

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,056
16% above US avg
Effective Rate2.91%
In Hammond, 38.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.9% of residents lack health insurance. 15.1% are current smokers. 25.0% report depression. 22.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.0%
18% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure26.9%
Asthma10.5%
COPD5.0%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.1%
8% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.0%
Physical Inactivity22.1%
Depression25.0%
Mental Distress17.4%
Physical Distress11.2%
Short Sleep32.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.5%
Uninsured6.9%
20% below US avg
Checkup Rate72.8%
Dental Visits68.7%
Premature Death6,282/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.3/10
Exercise Access89.9%
Healthcare Facilities58
Hammond has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.5 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average45.0°F
17% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.5 inches
7% below US avg
Snowfall48.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation810 ft (247 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density781/sq mi
Coordinates44.2227°N, 92.3737°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27157
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 11.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 28.2-point margin. 54.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63.2%
D 35%

Winner: Republican by 28.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.1%
67% below US avg
High School+90.0%
Graduate Degree+1.9%
School Test Score6.08
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density781/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access54.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities58
Restaurants58
Retail Stores70

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.3 min
Drive Alone91.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.6%

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