Hammond, IN Local Data & Statistics

State: IN

Total population: 76,768 Household income: $55,504 Rent: $1,134

Overview

Total population

76,768

Rent

$1,134

Year built

1952

Household income

$55,504

Per capita income

$28,736

Poverty rate

19.1%

Unemployment rate

6.1%

Household size

2.6 persons

Rent over 30% of income

45.6%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available, with the exception of the unemployment rate, which is sourced from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). ACS 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Demographics

State

Indiana

Total population

76,768

Adults over 25

50,709

Total households

29,797

Household size

2.6 persons

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Income & Poverty

Household income

$55,504

Per capita income

$28,736

Poverty rate

19.1%

Unemployment rate

6.1%

Rent over 30% of income

45.6%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Housing

Rent

$1,134

Year built

1952

Households that rent

37.6%

Households that own

62.4%

Rooms per home (all homes)

5.3

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Race

White

37%

Black

23.2%

Asian

1.5%

Two or more races

16.2%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latino

40.2%

Not Hispanic or Latino

59.8%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Commute

Commute rate

93.1%

Commute time to work

26 mins

Work from home

6.9%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Education

Less than high school

34.1%

High school graduate or GED

37.7%

Some college or associate degree

10.8%

Bachelor’s degree or higher

17.4%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Comparison of Hammond, IN with: Indiana United States

Hammond, IN

Total population76,768

Rent$1,134

Year built1952

Household income$55,504

Per capita income$28,736

Poverty rate19.1%

Unemployment rate6.1%

Indiana State

Total population6,851,073

Rent$1,062

Year built1976

Household income$71,957

Per capita income$38,351

Poverty rate12.3%

Unemployment rate4.2%

United States

Total population334,922,499

Rent$1,413

Year built1980

Household income$80,734

Per capita income$44,673

Poverty rate12.5%

Unemployment rate4%

Metric	CityHammond, IN	StateIndiana	CountryUnited States
Total population	76,768	6,851,073	334,922,499
Rent	$1,134	$1,062	$1,413
Year built	1952	1976	1980
Household income	$55,504	$71,957	$80,734
Per capita income	$28,736	$38,351	$44,673
Poverty rate	19.1%	12.3%	12.5%
Unemployment rate	6.1%	4.2%	4%

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Summary for Hammond, IN

Hammond is located in Indiana.

Rent & Income

In Hammond, the typical monthly rent is $1,134 and the typical household income is $55,504. Rent here is higher than Indiana and lower than the U.S., and household income is lower than both Indiana and the U.S. The estimated poverty rate is 19.1%, which is higher than in both Indiana and national.

Housing & Affordability

This area is primarily owner-occupied, with renters accounting for about 37.6% of households. About 45.6% of renters spend more than 30% of their income on housing, indicating high cost burden.

Education & Employment

Only about 17.4% of adults have a bachelor’s degree or higher, indicating lower levels of formal education. The local unemployment rate is 6.1%, which is higher than both Indiana and the national rate.

Hammond, IN — Rent vs Household Income

Hammond, IN — Poverty vs Unemployment

How Hammond, IN compares in Indiana (21 places)

Metric	This place	Rank	Starts from	Statewide range
Rent	$1,134	12 / 21	from lower rent	$904 – $1,712
Household income	$55,504	11 / 21	from higher income	$38,731 – $141,505
Poverty rate	19.1%	15 / 21	from lower poverty	3.6% – 33.1%
Unemployment rate	6.1%	19 / 21	from lower unemployment	3% – 9.2%

Rankings are calculated among cities and communities in Indiana with total population > 50,000 (year 2024).

Detailed Ranking Explanation for Hammond, IN

Rent

Rent prices put Hammond in 12th place among 21 large communities in Indiana. Across Indiana, rents range from $904 in Muncie, IN up to $1,712 in Carmel, IN.

Household income

For median household income, Hammond is ranked 11th out of 21 large areas. Statewide incomes span from $38,731 in Gary, IN to $141,505 in Carmel, IN.

Poverty rate

In poverty comparisons, Hammond ranks 15th out of 21 large places. Statewide rates vary from 3.6% in Westfield, IN to 33.1% in Gary, IN.

Unemployment rate

For joblessness, Hammond ranks 19th out of 21 significant areas. Across Indiana, unemployment varies from 3% in Fishers, IN to 9.2% in Gary, IN.

💰 Rent in Hammond, IN (with Utilities)

Estimated Monthly Rent: $1,134 ℹ️ What’s Included:
✅ Base rent, electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuels
❌ Not included: internet, cable TV, renter's insurance, parking

💡 What does this rent estimate mean?

Explanation: This estimate shows what renters typically pay each month for housing, including the apartment or home and essential utilities such as heat, water, and electricity. Even when utilities are billed separately, an estimated average cost for utilities is included, in line with the U.S. Census Bureau’s (ACS) definition of gross rent.

Included in this number: Rent plus electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuel.

Not included: Internet, cable, parking, renter’s insurance, or furniture rental.

Note: This cost does not depend on the number of people living in the home.

👨‍👧‍👦 Household Income in Hammond, IN

Annual Household Income: $55,504

💡 What does Household Income mean?

Definition: This represents the middle value of all household incomes in this area — half of households earn less, and half earn more.

Includes: wages, salaries, self-employment income, Social Security, pensions, investments, unemployment, public assistance, and rental income.

Does NOT include: capital gains, non-cash benefits (like food stamps), or tax refunds.

Household = any group of people (or a single person) living in the same housing unit.

Example: A couple earning $40,000 and $30,000 together have a household income of $70,000. If that's in the middle of all local incomes, it's the value shown here.

📉 Poverty Rate in Hammond, IN

Estimated Rate: 19.1%

💡 What does the Poverty Rate represent?

Definition: The percentage of people in this area living below the federal poverty threshold.

How it works: The threshold is a dollar amount set by the U.S. Census Bureau that varies by family size and age. If a household's income is below that level, everyone in it is included in this rate.

Example: In a town of 10,000 people, if 1,500 have incomes below the poverty line, the poverty rate is 15%.

Note: This statistic only includes people living in households; it does not count those in student housing, military barracks, or nursing homes.

🏘️ Renter vs. Owner Households in Hammond, IN

In Hammond, IN, households that rent: 11,196 (37.6%)

📊 What does the renter household percentage reveal about this area?

Household Type	Count	Share
Renter-Occupied	11,196	37.6%
Owner-Occupied	18,601	62.4%

Definition: This is the percentage of households that rent their home rather than own it. It includes only occupied housing units.

Why it matters: Areas with a high share of renter households often have younger populations, higher mobility, and different housing needs compared to mostly owner-occupied areas.

Example: If 65% of homes in an area are renter-occupied, it means 65 out of every 100 households rent their home.

📉 Renters Spending Over 30% of Income on Rent in Hammond, IN

In Hammond, IN, cost-burdened renters (households spending over 30% of income on housing): 5,101 (45.6%)

🏚️ What Does It Mean When Renters Spend Over 30% of Their Income on Housing?

Household Group	Households	Share
Cost-burdened renters (over 30%)	5,101	45.6%
Other renter households	6,095	54.4%
Total renter households	11,196	100%

Shares are calculated as a percentage of renter households.

This shows how many renters in this area are considered cost-burdened — meaning they spend more than 30% of their income on housing (rent and basic utilities).

It’s a sign that housing might be unaffordable in the area or that lower-income residents may be struggling with rent.

Data comes from the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey.

📊 Education Levels in Hammond, IN

Less than High School: 17,275 people (34.1%)

Includes adults who did not complete high school.

High School Graduate or GED: 19,130 people (37.7%)

Includes adults whose highest education is a high school diploma or GED.

Some College or Associate Degree: 5,471 people (10.8%)

Includes adults who attended college without completing a bachelor’s degree (some college or associate degree).

Bachelor’s Degree or Higher: 8,833 people (17.4%)

Includes adults with a bachelor’s degree or higher (bachelor’s, master’s, professional, or doctoral degree).

👥 Total Adults (25+): 50,709

📊 Unemployment Rate in Hammond, IN

Estimated Rate: 6.1%

💡 What does Unemployment Rate mean?

Definition: The unemployment rate is the percentage of people in the labor force who do not have a job but are actively looking for one.

Labor Force = Employed + Unemployed (aged 16+ and actively participating in the workforce).

Formula: (Unemployed ÷ Labor Force) × 100

Does NOT include: People who are retired, students not looking for work, homemakers, or otherwise not seeking employment.

Example: If there are 1000 people in the labor force and 80 are unemployed, then the unemployment rate is 8%.

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Source: ACS 5-Year Estimates (U.S. Census Bureau) — unemployment rate from BLS. Some values are derived metrics.