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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
| English Only | 93.5% |
| 19% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 6.5% |
| 51% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $82,159 |
| 9% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $36,784 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $913 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $86,110 |
| Unemployment | 3.5% |
| 3% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 12.8% |
| 3% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,024 |
| County GDP | $1,545M |
| Restaurants | 110 |
| Healthcare | 78 |
| Retail | 97 |
| Manufacturing | 50 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,822 |
| 66% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.50% |
| Commute Time | 32.1 min |
| Drive Alone | 82.2% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 10.1% |
| Census Median | $232,700 |
| 17% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $370,309 |
| Median List Price | $328,500 |
| Median List Price | $328,500 |
| $/Sq Ft | $338 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 110.4% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 3 |
| Census Median Rent | $935 |
| 20% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 26.5% |
| Studio | $797 |
| 1 Bedroom | $872 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,097 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,405 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,572 |
| Owner-Occupied | 68.8% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,822 |
| 66% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.50% |
| Obesity | 36.4% |
| 13% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 8.4% |
| Heart Disease | 5.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.8% |
| Asthma | 10.7% |
| COPD | 5.1% |
| Stroke | 2.6% |
| Binge Drinking | 22.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.3% |
| Depression | 24.0% |
| Mental Distress | 16.3% |
| Physical Distress | 11.4% |
| Insurance Rate | 94.4% |
| Checkup Rate | 73.7% |
| Premature Death | 5,140/100K |
| Food Environment | 9.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 73.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 78 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
| Annual Average | 42.6°F |
| 21% below US avg | |
| January Average | 11°F (-12°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 33.0 inches |
| 13% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 43.4 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,098 ft (335 m) |
| Area | 2.2 sq mi (5.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 959/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.9690°N, 92.4381°W |
| County FIPS | 55093 |
Winner: Republican by 16.8 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 31.4% |
| 7% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 96.2% |
| School Test Score | 5.81 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 959/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2.2 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 93.7% |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 5 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 78 |
| Restaurants | 110 |
| Retail Stores | 97 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
| Avg Commute | 32.1 min |
| Drive Alone | 82.2% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 10.1% |