- Public SchoolsC-
- Crime & SafetyC
- HousingC+
- NightlifeA-
- Good for FamiliesB-
- DiversityA+
- JobsB-
- WeatherC+
- Cost of LivingA-
- Health & FitnessC
- Outdoor ActivitiesA-
- CommuteB+
Real Estate
Median Home Value
$87,600
National
$184,700Median Rent
$852
National
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Hammond Rankings
Niche ranks thousands of places to live based on key statistics from the U.S. Census and and expert insights.
Crime & Safety
Crime & Safety
C
Based on violent and property crime rates.
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Working in Hammond
Jobs
B-
Based on employment rates, job and business growth, and cost of living.
Median Household Income
$44,427
National
$55,322Places to Work in Hammond
Top Public Schools Serving Hammond
- A+
Munster High School
- School Town of Munster, IN
- 9-12
- 374 reviews
- A
Ernest R. Elliott Elementary School
- School Town of Munster, IN
- K-5
- A
Wilbur Wright Middle School
- School Town of Munster, IN
- 6-8
- 1 review
- A
Judith Morton Johnston Elementary School
- School Town of Highland, IN
- K-5
- 2 reviews
- A
James B. Eads Elementary School
- School Town of Munster, IN
- K-5
Top Private Schools in Hammond
- A-
Bishop Noll Institute
- Private School
- Hammond, IN
- 9-12
- 90 reviews
- B
City Baptist Schools
- Private School
- Hammond, IN
- K-12
- 4 reviews
- NG
St. Casimir School
- Private School
- Hammond, IN
- PK, K-8
- 1 review
- NG
St. John the Baptist Catholic School
- Private School
- Whiting, IN
- PK, K-8
- 5 reviews
- NG
St. John Bosco Elementary School
- Private School
- Hammond, IN
- PK, K-8
Hammond Reviews
173 reviews
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Hammond Indiana is a small town located minutes from Chicago. I was born and raised in Hammond Indiana. Hammond is a great place to live. The streets are clean and the neighborhoods are nice. Hammond is a family oriented town where people care about each other. Hammond Indiana is a place to raise a family. Hammond Indiana has held and event called “Hammond Day”. This event has been going on for 5 years, and each year it’s gets better and better! This event brings love laughter and fun! It’s a far where we can get together and enjoy each other’s company with music games and food! Hammond is expanding by building new jobs schools and places for families to have a good time! Hammond is patrolled by its finest and they do a wonderful job by keeping Hammond safe! I love my city and you will too!
The diversity was a great place to grown up in. There is no other place like Hammond. It contains many different cultures and religions and beliefs. Being in Hammond has helped me open my eyes and mind to new and different things. It has helped me realize that there are other different cultures out in the world, not just mine. Hammond is a place where I can be myself and find all types friendships, that all come from different backgrounds. It made respect and be more open to new things that I will encounter in my life and in college.
I have lived in Hammond,IN for 8 years and I believe it one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. I live in a quiet neighborhood. I’ve met a lot of amazing people. In addition to that, I’ve had the opportunity to learn more about programs that have help me get into college!