Hammond, IN vs Moline, IL
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
Moline
82
#33 nationally
Moline leads in crime level (10.5 vs 20.3). Moline leads in average commute (18.7 min vs 24.6 min). Moline leads in median household income ($63,553 vs $52,368).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Hammond, IN | Moline, IL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 76.8 (#311) | 82 (#33) |
| Population | 76,193 | 41,965 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $178,835 | $152,495 |
| Median Household Income | $52,368 | $63,553 |
| Average Commute | 24.6 min | 18.7 min |
| Walk Score | 52 | 44 |
| Crime Level | 20.3 | 10.5 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 87 | 92 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+5.6 | D+9.6 |
C
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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B-
82 Score
Moline, IL
Small Illinois city with local appeal
Median Home
$152,495
Population
41,965
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
44
Midwest
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