Hammond, IN vs Richfield, MN
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
Richfield
74.4
#602 nationally
Richfield leads in crime level (7.3 vs 20.3). Richfield leads in median household income ($80,712 vs $52,368). Hammond leads in cost of living index (87 vs 107).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Hammond, IN | Richfield, MN |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 76.8 (#311) | 74.4 (#602) |
| Population | 76,193 | 36,445 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $178,835 | $352,629 |
| Median Household Income | $52,368 | $80,712 |
| Average Commute | 24.6 min | 23.4 min |
| Walk Score | 52 | 58 |
| Crime Level | 20.3 | 7.3 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 87 | 107 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+5.6 | D+42.6 |
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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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74.4 Score
Richfield, MN
Small Minnesota city with local appeal
Median Home
$352,629
Population
36,445
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
58
Midwest
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