Hammond, IN vs Indianapolis, IN
Side-by-side comparison of housing, income, commute, safety, and quality of life.
Score Snapshot
No universal winner
Scores summarize the published model. Use the objective metric differences below and your own priorities to choose.
Hammond
76.8
#311 nationally
Indianapolis
73.5
#722 nationally
Hammond leads in walk score (52 vs 31). Indianapolis leads in median household income ($54,321 vs $52,368). Hammond leads in cost of living index (87 vs 89).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Hammond, IN | Indianapolis, IN |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 76.8 (#311) | 73.5 (#722) |
| Population | 76,193 | 887,642 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $178,835 | $232,142 |
| Median Household Income | $52,368 | $54,321 |
| Average Commute | 24.6 min | 24.1 min |
| Walk Score | 52 | 31 |
| Crime Level | 20.3 | Moderate-High |
| School Rating | N/A | 5.8 |
| Cost of Living Index | 87 | 89 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+5.6 | D+27.7 |
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76.8 Score
Hammond, IN
Indiana community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$178,835
Population
76,193
Crime
High
Walk Score
52
Midwest
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73.5 Score
Indianapolis, IN
The Crossroads of America
Median Home
$232,142
Population
887,642
Crime
Moderate-High
Schools
C+
Midwest
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