Hammond, WI

Wisconsin · Metropolitan Area

Hammond is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 2,071. Residents earn $82,159 per year, which is 9% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
2,071 Population 959/sq mi density
$82,159 Median Income $36,784 per capita
$232,700 Home Value $370,309 Zillow
$935 Median Rent 26.5% income on rent
43°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$82,159 median income, 3.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$232,700 home value, $935/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $82,159
9% higher than US avg
Home Value $232,700
17% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.4%
7% lower than US avg
Median Rent $935
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.4%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.5%
3% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.8%
3% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,071
Median Age35.2 yrs
Density959/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 81%
Veterans8.9%

Economy

A
Median Income$82,159
Per Capita$36,784
Unemployment3.5%
Poverty12.8%
County GDP$1,545M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$232,700
Rent$935
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$370,309
Rent Burden26.5%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.0%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain33.0 in/yr
Elevation1,098 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+31.4%
High School+96.2%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 40%
Commute32 min
Broadband93.7%
EV Stations1
Libraries5

Is Hammond a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hammond receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. 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 $82,159, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. 12.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hammond is $232,700, 17% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $935 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

31.4% 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 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Hammond has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.0 inches, including 43.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Hammond has a population of 2,071 with a density of 959 people per square mile. The median age is 35.2 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80.5%), with 2.8% Hispanic.

Population

2,071
Total Population
959
People / sq mi
35.2yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
2.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.2%
Female 46.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Hammond vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.5%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.5%
51% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hammond vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hammond is $82,159, which is 9% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Hammond vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$82,159
9% above US avg
Per Capita Income$36,784
Avg Weekly Wage$913
IRS Avg AGI$86,110

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.8%
3% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,024
County GDP$1,545M

Business (County)

Restaurants110
Healthcare78
Retail97
Manufacturing50

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,822
66% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.50%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.1 min
Drive Alone82.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Hammond is $232,700, 17% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $935 (20% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $370,309.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$232,700
17% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$370,309
Median List Price$328,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$328,500
$/Sq Ft$338
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio110.4%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$935
20% below US avg
Rent Burden26.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$797
1 Bedroom$872
2 Bedrooms$1,097
3 Bedrooms$1,405
4 Bedrooms$1,572

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied68.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,822
66% above US avg
Effective Rate2.50%
In Hammond, 36.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.0% report depression. 24.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.4%
13% above US avg
Diabetes8.4%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure28.8%
Asthma10.7%
COPD5.1%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.5%
Physical Inactivity24.3%
Depression24.0%
Mental Distress16.3%
Physical Distress11.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.4%
Checkup Rate73.7%
Premature Death5,140/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access73.5%
Healthcare Facilities78

Crime Rates: Hammond vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Hammond has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

11°F Jan (-12°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average42.6°F
21% below US avg
January Average11°F (-12°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.0 inches
13% below US avg
Snowfall43.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,098 ft (335 m)
Area2.2 sq mi (5.6 km²)
Population Density959/sq mi
Coordinates44.9690°N, 92.4381°W
County FIPS55093
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 31.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (7% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16.8-point margin. 93.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.9%
D 40.2%

Winner: Republican by 16.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+31.4%
7% below US avg
High School+96.2%
School Test Score5.81
B+ Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density959/sq mi
Total Area2.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.7%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities78
Restaurants110
Retail Stores97

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.1 min
Drive Alone82.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.1%

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