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Hammond, NY

New York

Hammond is a small town in New York with a population of 317. Residents earn $52,833 per year, which is 30% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
317 Population 537/sq mi density
$52,833 Median Income $31,768 per capita
$93,800 Home Value $162,565 Zillow
$792 Median Rent 24.6% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$52,833 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$93,800 home value, $792/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,833
30% lower than US avg
Home Value $93,800
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.5%
7% lower than US avg
Median Rent $792
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.8%
40% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.0%
53% higher than US avg

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

People

Population317
Median Age45.8 yrs
Density537/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans8.5%

Economy

B
Median Income$52,833
Per Capita$31,768
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty19.0%
County GDP$6,588M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$93,800
Rent$792
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$162,565
Housing Units137
Rent Burden24.6%

Health

Obesity44.8%
Uninsured7.4%
Smoking19.1%
Depression26.3%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (6°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain39.6 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation382 ft (116 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+31.5%
High School+88.7%
Graduate+15.4%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 41%
Commute24 min
Broadband87.0%
Libraries22

Is Hammond a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hammond receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Hammond stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hammond is $52,833, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. The poverty rate of 19.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hammond is $93,800, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $792 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

31.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Hammond has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.6 inches, including 92.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Hammond has a population of 317 with a density of 537 people per square mile. The median age is 45.8 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.7%), with 2.5% Black.

Population

317
Total Population
537
People / sq mi
45.8yrs
Median Age
18% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.3%
Female 51.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Hammond vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.0%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.0%
85% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hammond vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hammond is $52,833, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 19.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Hammond vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,833
30% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,768
Avg Weekly Wage$1,202
IRS Avg AGI$63,170

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate19.0%
53% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,104
County GDP$6,588M

Business (County)

Restaurants253
Healthcare233
Retail339
Manufacturing62

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,866
96% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate7.32%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.9 min
Drive Alone73.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Hammond is $93,800, 67% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $792 (32% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $162,565.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$93,800
67% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$162,565

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$792
32% below US avg
Rent Burden24.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,215
1 Bedroom$1,315
2 Bedrooms$1,579
3 Bedrooms$1,976
4 Bedrooms$2,193

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied48.6%
Housing Units137
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,866
96% above US avg
Effective Rate7.32%
In Hammond, 44.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.4% of residents lack health insurance. 19.1% are current smokers. 26.3% report depression. 30.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.8%
40% above US avg
Diabetes11.1%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure34.6%
Asthma12.7%
COPD9.0%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.1%
36% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.4%
Physical Inactivity30.3%
Depression26.3%
Mental Distress21.0%
Physical Distress15.7%
Short Sleep39.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.4%
Uninsured7.4%
14% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,831
Dentists1:2,505
Mental Health1:404
Checkup Rate79.5%
Dental Visits53.2%
Premature Death8,243/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access56.6%
Healthcare Facilities233
Hammond has an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.6 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average43.5°F
19% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.6 inches
4% above US avg
Snowfall92.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation382 ft (116 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density537/sq mi
Coordinates44.4464°N, 75.6935°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36089
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 31.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (7% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 18-point margin. 87.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59%
D 41%

Winner: Republican by 18 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+31.5%
7% below US avg
High School+88.7%
Graduate Degree+15.4%
School Test Score5.39
B+ Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density537/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%
Public Libraries22
Healthcare Facilities233
Restaurants253
Retail Stores339

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.9 min
Drive Alone73.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.8%

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