Hammond, IN

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Hammond Overview

77,390
TOTAL POPULATION
38,035
MALE POPULATION
39,355
FEMALE POPULATION
96.65
MALES / 100 FEMALES
103.47
FEMALES / 100 MALES
36.5
MEDIAN AGE
3.4
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.6
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$26,109
PER CAPITA INCOME
$62,225
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$52,368
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
34.5%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
65.5¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$11,648
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.43
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
37,385
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
60.6%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
6.3%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Hammond Zip Codes

Hammond Area Codes

Race in Hammond

The most populous races in Hammond are White / Caucasian (32,898 | 42.5%), Hispanic or Latino (31,255 | 40.4%), and Some other Race (19,417 | 25.1%).
Race in Hammond
Race# Population% Population
Asian8031.0%
Black / African American17,32522.4%
Hawaiian / Pacific150.0%
Hispanic or Latino31,25540.4%
Native / Alaskan6080.8%
White / Caucasian32,89842.5%
Two or more Races6,3248.2%
Some other Race19,41725.1%
Total77,390100.0%

Ancestry in Hammond

The most populous ancestries reported in Hammond are Mexican (26,466 | 34.2%), Irish (5,328 | 6.9%), German (5,250 | 6.8%), Polish (4,612 | 6.0%), and Puerto Rican (3,391 | 4.4%), together accounting for 58.2% of all Hammond residents.
Ancestry in Hammond
Ancestry# Population% Population
African2750.4%
American1,1001.4%
Apache340.0%
Arab1690.2%
Argentinean500.1%
Australian20.0%
Austrian790.1%
Belgian130.0%
Bhutanese430.1%
Blackfeet320.0%
Brazilian140.0%
British400.1%
Bulgarian10.0%
Burmese1900.3%
Canadian630.1%
Central American2990.4%
Central American Indian1100.1%
Cherokee960.1%
Chickasaw50.0%
Chippewa130.0%
Choctaw130.0%
Colombian570.1%
Costa Rican290.0%
Croatian2050.3%
Cuban610.1%
Czech2450.3%
Czechoslovakian880.1%
Danish80.0%
Dominican700.1%
Dutch7491.0%
Eastern European760.1%
Ecuadorian190.0%
English2,3253.0%
European4790.6%
Finnish100.0%
French1,4481.9%
French Canadian250.0%
German5,2506.8%
Ghanaian460.1%
Greek3910.5%
Guamanian / Chamorro240.0%
Guatemalan1210.2%
Haitian460.1%
Honduran900.1%
Hungarian6380.8%
Indian (Asian)1720.2%
Irish5,3286.9%
Italian1,3371.7%
Jamaican330.0%
Jordanian100.0%
Korean4670.6%
Lithuanian910.1%
Lumbee750.1%
Macedonian1700.2%
Mexican26,46634.2%
Mexican American Indian3930.5%
Moroccan110.0%
Native Hawaiian350.1%
Navajo10.0%
Nigerian1810.2%
Northern European70.0%
Norwegian1930.3%
Pakistani540.1%
Palestinian570.1%
Pennsylvania German40.0%
Polish4,6126.0%
Portuguese440.1%
Potawatomi200.0%
Pueblo40.0%
Puerto Rican3,3914.4%
Romanian1000.1%
Russian2280.3%
Salvadoran590.1%
Samoan70.0%
Scandinavian10.0%
Scotch-Irish2090.3%
Scottish3570.5%
Serbian2020.3%
Sioux160.0%
Slavic80.0%
Slovak1,2241.6%
South American1260.2%
Spaniard5620.7%
Spanish1040.1%
Spanish American Indian180.0%
Subsaharan African5100.7%
Swedish8061.0%
Swiss1050.1%
Thai2130.3%
Turkish190.0%
Ukrainian1190.2%
Welsh1030.1%
Yugoslavian100.0%
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Immigrants in Hammond

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Hammond came from Latin America (7,262 | 9.4%), Central America (7,126 | 9.2%), Mexico (6,851 | 8.8%), Asia (660 | 0.9%), and Africa (341 | 0.4%), together accounting for 28.7% of all Hammond residents.
Immigrants in Hammond
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa3410.4%
Asia6600.9%
Australia20.0%
Bangladesh300.0%
Brazil140.0%
Canada720.1%
Caribbean750.1%
Central America7,1269.2%
China1080.1%
Colombia470.1%
Costa Rica210.0%
Croatia10.0%
Czechoslovakia70.0%
Dominican Republic230.0%
Eastern Asia1250.2%
Eastern Europe1800.2%
El Salvador680.1%
Europe2620.3%
Germany660.1%
Ghana540.1%
Guatemala1030.1%
Haiti460.1%
Honduras750.1%
Hungary260.0%
India880.1%
Indonesia470.1%
Israel40.0%
Jamaica60.0%
Japan30.0%
Jordan100.0%
Korea140.0%
Latin America7,2629.4%
Mexico6,8518.8%
Morocco450.1%
Nicaragua80.0%
Nigeria2240.3%
Northern Africa450.1%
Oceania20.0%
Pakistan650.1%
Philippines2620.3%
Poland1330.2%
Romania130.0%
South America610.1%
South Central Asia1830.2%
South Eastern Asia3200.4%
Southern Europe160.0%
Spain160.0%
Taiwan170.0%
Thailand110.0%
Western Africa2960.4%
Western Asia140.0%
Western Europe660.1%
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Sex and Age in Hammond

Sex and Age in Hammond

The most populous age groups in Hammond are 25 to 29 Years (3,238 | 8.5%) for men and 15 to 19 Years (3,363 | 8.6%) for women.
Sex and Age in Hammond
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years2,386 (6.3%)1,697 (4.3%)
5 to 9 Years2,526 (6.6%)2,200 (5.6%)
10 to 14 Years2,769 (7.3%)3,008 (7.6%)
15 to 19 Years2,910 (7.6%)3,363 (8.6%)
20 to 24 Years2,808 (7.4%)2,633 (6.7%)
25 to 29 Years3,238 (8.5%)2,641 (6.7%)
30 to 34 Years2,472 (6.5%)2,188 (5.6%)
35 to 39 Years2,449 (6.4%)3,224 (8.2%)
40 to 44 Years2,510 (6.6%)2,965 (7.5%)
45 to 49 Years2,280 (6.0%)2,200 (5.6%)
50 to 54 Years1,933 (5.1%)2,139 (5.4%)
55 to 59 Years2,731 (7.2%)2,399 (6.1%)
60 to 64 Years2,622 (6.9%)2,865 (7.3%)
65 to 69 Years1,628 (4.3%)1,688 (4.3%)
70 to 74 Years1,223 (3.2%)1,562 (4.0%)
75 to 79 Years632 (1.7%)918 (2.3%)
80 to 84 Years478 (1.3%)649 (1.7%)
85 Years and over440 (1.2%)1,016 (2.6%)
Total38,035 (100.0%)39,355 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Hammond

Median Family Size in Hammond

The median family size in Hammond is 3.35 persons per family, with married-couple families (10,482 | 57.8%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.42 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (2,074 | 11.4%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.06 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Hammond
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple10,482 (57.8%)3.42
Single Male/Father2,074 (11.4%)3.06
Single Female/Mother5,567 (30.7%)3.33
Total Families18,123 (100.0%)3.35

Median Household Size in Hammond

The median household size in Hammond is 2.61 persons per household, with single female/mother households (5,567 | 19.0%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.57 persons per household. non-family households (11,225 | 38.3%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.21 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Hammond
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple10,482 (35.7%)3.44
Single Male/Father2,074 (7.1%)3.40
Single Female/Mother5,567 (19.0%)3.57
Non-family11,225 (38.3%)1.21
Total Households29,348 (100.0%)2.61

Household Size by Marriage Status in Hammond

Out of a total of 29,348 households in Hammond, 18,123 (61.8%) are family households, while 11,225 (38.3%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 7,463, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 9,338.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Hammond
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-9,338 (31.8%)
2-Person Households7,463 (25.4%)1,689 (5.8%)
3-Person Households4,054 (13.8%)113 (0.4%)
4-Person Households3,148 (10.7%)69 (0.2%)
5-Person Households2,036 (6.9%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households922 (3.1%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households500 (1.7%)16 (0.1%)
Total18,123 (61.8%)11,225 (38.3%)

Female Fertility in Hammond

Fertility by Age in Hammond

Average fertility rate in Hammond is 64.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 121.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 71.7% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Hammond
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years219 (17.4%)65.0
20 to 34 years903 (71.7%)121.0
35 to 50 years137 (10.9%)16.0
Total1,259 (100.0%)64.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Hammond

28.9% of women with births (1,259) in Hammond are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 92.7% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 54.7% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Hammond
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years16 (7.3%)203 (92.7%)
20 to 34 years286 (31.7%)617 (68.3%)
35 to 50 years62 (45.3%)75 (54.7%)
Total364 (28.9%)895 (71.1%)

Fertility by Education in Hammond

Average fertility rate in Hammond is 64.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of high school diploma have the highest fertility rate of 79.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of less than high school have the lowest fertility at 37.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of high school diploma represent 39.9% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Hammond
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School152 (12.1%)37.0
High School Diploma502 (39.9%)79.0
College or Associate's Degree435 (34.5%)68.0
Bachelor's Degree140 (11.1%)66.0
Graduate Degree30 (2.4%)42.0
Total1,259 (100.0%)64.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Hammond

71.1% of women with births in Hammond are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of graduate degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 92.8% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Hammond
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School11 (7.2%)141 (92.8%)
High School Diploma118 (23.5%)384 (76.5%)
College or Associate's Degree143 (32.9%)292 (67.1%)
Bachelor's Degree62 (44.3%)78 (55.7%)
Graduate Degree30 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total364 (28.9%)895 (71.1%)

Income in Hammond

Income Overview in Hammond

Per Capita Income in Hammond is $26,109, while median incomes of families and households are $62,225 and $52,368 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income77,390$26,109
Median Family Income18,123$62,225
Mean Family Income18,123$77,327
Median Household Income29,348$52,368
Mean Household Income29,348$66,236
Income Deficit18,123$11,648
Wage / Income Gap (%)77,39034.52%
Wage / Income Gap ($)77,39065.48¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index77,3900.43

Earnings by Sex in Hammond

Average Earnings in Hammond are $33,430, $41,189 for men and $26,970 for women, a difference of 34.5%.
Earnings by Sex in Hammond
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male20,302 (52.3%)$41,189
Female18,534 (47.7%)$26,970
Total38,836 (100.0%)$33,430

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Hammond

The most common earnings brackets in Hammond are $75,000 to $99,999 for men (2,077 | 10.2%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (1,563 | 8.4%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Hammond
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less627 (3.1%)1,403 (7.6%)
$2,500 to $4,999635 (3.1%)883 (4.8%)
$5,000 to $7,499729 (3.6%)1,044 (5.6%)
$7,500 to $9,999428 (2.1%)857 (4.6%)
$10,000 to $12,499834 (4.1%)929 (5.0%)
$12,500 to $14,999316 (1.6%)999 (5.4%)
$15,000 to $17,499288 (1.4%)687 (3.7%)
$17,500 to $19,999545 (2.7%)540 (2.9%)
$20,000 to $22,499443 (2.2%)775 (4.2%)
$22,500 to $24,9991,144 (5.6%)696 (3.8%)
$25,000 to $29,9991,353 (6.7%)1,563 (8.4%)
$30,000 to $34,9991,304 (6.4%)1,464 (7.9%)
$35,000 to $39,9991,117 (5.5%)1,244 (6.7%)
$40,000 to $44,9991,491 (7.3%)989 (5.3%)
$45,000 to $49,9991,136 (5.6%)652 (3.5%)
$50,000 to $54,999849 (4.2%)723 (3.9%)
$55,000 to $64,9992,000 (9.9%)1,131 (6.1%)
$65,000 to $74,9991,358 (6.7%)623 (3.4%)
$75,000 to $99,9992,077 (10.2%)888 (4.8%)
$100,000+1,628 (8.0%)444 (2.4%)
Total20,302 (100.0%)18,534 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Hammond

Average earnings in Hammond are $46,077 for men and $31,771 for women, a difference of 31.0%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $70,081, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $37,183. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $59,832, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $24,160.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Hammond
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$37,183$24,160
High School Diploma$43,663$28,699
College or Associate's Degree$49,394$30,461
Bachelor's Degree$56,417$44,771
Graduate Degree$70,081$59,832
Total$46,077$31,771

Family Income in Hammond

Family Income Brackets in Hammond

According to the Hammond family income data, there are 3,715 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 20.5% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 544 families (3.0%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Hammond
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0001,0155.6%
$10,000 to $14,9995443.0%
$15,000 to $24,9991,4688.1%
$25,000 to $34,9991,2697.0%
$35,000 to $49,9992,62814.5%
$50,000 to $74,9993,71520.5%
$75,000 to $99,9993,08117.0%
$100,000 to $149,9992,99016.5%
$150,000 to $199,9997614.2%
$200,000+6523.6%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Hammond

7+ person families (451 | 2.5%) account for the highest median family income in Hammond with $96,688 per family, while 2-person families (8,090 | 44.6%) have the highest median income of $29,104 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Hammond
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families8,090 (44.6%)$58,208
3-Person Families4,070 (22.5%)$60,968
4-Person Families3,046 (16.8%)$71,196
5-Person Families1,733 (9.6%)$70,064
6-Person Families733 (4.0%)$83,560
7+ Person Families451 (2.5%)$96,688
Total18,123 (100.0%)$62,225

Family Income by Number of Earners in Hammond

The median family income in Hammond is $62,225, with families comprising 3+ earners (2,186) having the highest median family income of $121,092, while families with no earners (2,599) have the lowest median family income of $30,785, accounting for 12.1% and 14.3% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Hammond
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners2,599 (14.3%)$30,785
1 Earner7,246 (40.0%)$44,961
2 Earners6,092 (33.6%)$89,025
3+ Earners2,186 (12.1%)$121,092
Total18,123 (100.0%)$62,225

Household Income in Hammond

Household Income Brackets in Hammond

With 5,429 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Hammond, accounting for 18.5% of all households. In contrast, only 763 households (2.6%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Hammond
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0002,4658.4%
$10,000 to $14,9991,2914.4%
$15,000 to $24,9992,7599.4%
$25,000 to $34,9992,7599.4%
$35,000 to $49,9994,78416.3%
$50,000 to $74,9995,42918.5%
$75,000 to $99,9994,43215.1%
$100,000 to $149,9993,72712.7%
$150,000 to $199,9999683.3%
$200,000+7632.6%

Household Income by Householder Age in Hammond

The median household income in Hammond is $52,368, with the highest median household income of $61,575 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 11,378 households (38.8%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $37,855, with 1,061 households (3.6%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Hammond
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years1,061 (3.6%)$37,855
25 to 44 Years10,311 (35.1%)$50,908
45 to 64 Years11,378 (38.8%)$61,575
65+ Years6,598 (22.5%)$45,057
Total29,348 (100.0%)$52,368

Poverty in Hammond

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Hammond

With 17.7% poverty level for males and 22.0% for females among the residents of Hammond, 5 year old males and 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 245 males (58.1%) and 102 females (47.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Hammond
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years658 (27.9%)542 (32.2%)
5 Years245 (58.1%)102 (47.0%)
6 to 11 Years1,056 (35.9%)906 (27.3%)
12 to 14 Years466 (25.0%)573 (36.6%)
15 Years171 (29.4%)203 (38.2%)
16 and 17 Years185 (17.2%)315 (23.1%)
18 to 24 Years664 (17.2%)861 (22.6%)
25 to 34 Years563 (9.9%)1,148 (23.8%)
35 to 44 Years697 (14.1%)1,810 (29.2%)
45 to 54 Years607 (14.5%)611 (14.1%)
55 to 64 Years877 (16.4%)839 (16.0%)
65 to 74 Years287 (10.1%)291 (9.0%)
75 Years and over202 (13.1%)364 (14.3%)
Total6,678 (17.7%)8,565 (22.0%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Hammond

According to the poverty statistics in Hammond, males aged 25 to 34 years and females aged 65 to 74 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 90.1% of males and 91.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Hammond
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years1,701 (72.1%)1,142 (67.8%)
5 Years177 (41.9%)115 (53.0%)
6 to 11 Years1,884 (64.1%)2,416 (72.7%)
12 to 14 Years1,401 (75.0%)992 (63.4%)
15 Years411 (70.6%)328 (61.8%)
16 and 17 Years888 (82.8%)1,049 (76.9%)
18 to 24 Years3,186 (82.8%)2,958 (77.4%)
25 to 34 Years5,139 (90.1%)3,669 (76.2%)
35 to 44 Years4,262 (85.9%)4,379 (70.8%)
45 to 54 Years3,589 (85.5%)3,728 (85.9%)
55 to 64 Years4,464 (83.6%)4,415 (84.0%)
65 to 74 Years2,564 (89.9%)2,948 (91.0%)
75 Years and over1,337 (86.9%)2,187 (85.7%)
Total31,003 (82.3%)30,326 (78.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Hammond

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Hammond show that 9.3% or 973 of the total 10,482 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 100.0%, comprising of 52 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 4.3%, which includes 256 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Hammond
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children5,768 (95.8%)256 (4.3%)
1 or 2 Children2,731 (88.9%)342 (11.1%)
3 or 4 Children1,010 (75.8%)323 (24.2%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)52 (100.0%)
Total9,509 (90.7%)973 (9.3%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Hammond

According to the poverty data in Hammond, 14.1% or 293 single-father households and 28.4% or 1,579 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 36 households (27.1%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 85 households (79.4%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Hammond
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children68 (6.2%)165 (8.3%)
1 or 2 Children189 (23.3%)903 (31.6%)
3 or 4 Children36 (27.1%)426 (71.1%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)85 (79.4%)
Total293 (14.1%)1,579 (28.4%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Hammond

The poverty data for Hammond shows that 973 of the married-couple family households (9.3%) and 1,872 of the single-parent households (24.5%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 52 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 462 household (63.1%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Hammond
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children256 (4.3%)233 (7.5%)
1 or 2 Children342 (11.1%)1,092 (29.7%)
3 or 4 Children323 (24.2%)462 (63.1%)
5 or more Children52 (100.0%)85 (62.5%)
Total973 (9.3%)1,872 (24.5%)

Employment Characteristics in Hammond

Employment by Class of Employer in Hammond

Among the 33,844 employed individuals in Hammond, private company employees (25,557 | 75.5%), not-for-profit organizations (2,901 | 8.6%), and local government employees (1,863 | 5.5%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Hammond
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees25,55775.5%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)8332.5%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)1,0433.1%
Not-for-profit Organizations2,9018.6%
Local Government Employees1,8635.5%
State Government Employees8422.5%
Federal Government Employees7062.1%
Unpaid Family Workers990.3%
Total33,844100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Hammond

According to the labor force statistics for Hammond, out of the total population over 16 years of age (61,691), 60.6% or 37,385 individuals are in the labor force, with 6.3% or 2,355 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 82.4% or 4,844 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 12.4% or 508 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Hammond
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years2,420 (46.9%)295 (12.2%)
20 to 24 Years4,097 (75.3%)508 (12.4%)
25 to 29 Years4,844 (82.4%)320 (6.6%)
30 to 34 Years3,514 (75.4%)260 (7.4%)
35 to 44 Years8,406 (75.4%)429 (5.1%)
45 to 54 Years6,474 (75.7%)233 (3.6%)
55 to 59 Years3,452 (67.3%)114 (3.3%)
60 to 64 Years2,738 (49.9%)183 (6.7%)
65 to 74 Years1,214 (19.9%)36 (3.0%)
75 Years and over211 (5.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total37,385 (60.6%)2,355 (6.3%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Hammond

According to labor force statistics for Hammond, 72.1% of individuals (29,457) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (40,856) are in the labor force, with 5.2% or 1,532 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 86.5% or 5,697 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 11.7% or 407 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Hammond
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School3,480 (60.6%)672 (11.7%)
High School Diploma11,001 (67.9%)843 (5.2%)
College / Associate Degree9,256 (75.1%)530 (4.3%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher5,697 (86.5%)178 (2.7%)
Total29,457 (72.1%)2,125 (5.2%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Hammond

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Hammond are Community & Social Service (2,762 | 7.9%), Management (2,395 | 6.8%), Education Instruction & Library (1,638 | 4.7%), Computers, Engineering & Science (1,388 | 4.0%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (1,219 | 3.5%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Hammond

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Hammond, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (83.9%), Computers, Engineering & Science (76.5%), and Computers & Mathematics (71.8%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Technologists (88.8%), Legal Services & Support (88.6%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (87.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Hammond
OccupationMaleFemale
Management1,240 (51.8%)1,155 (48.2%)
Business & Financial403 (40.7%)587 (59.3%)
Computers, Engineering & Science1,062 (76.5%)326 (23.5%)
Computers & Mathematics433 (71.8%)170 (28.2%)
Architecture & Engineering554 (83.9%)106 (16.1%)
Life, Physical & Social Science75 (60.0%)50 (40.0%)
Community & Social Service 667 (24.1%)2,095 (75.8%)
Education, Arts & Media166 (44.3%)209 (55.7%)
Legal Services & Support50 (11.4%)390 (88.6%)
Education Instruction & Library339 (20.7%)1,299 (79.3%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment112 (36.2%)197 (63.7%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating150 (12.3%)1,069 (87.7%)
Health Technologists75 (11.2%)592 (88.8%)
Total (Category)3,522 (40.2%)5,232 (59.8%)
Total (Overall)18,322 (52.3%)16,689 (47.7%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Hammond are Food Preparation & Serving (2,513 | 7.2%), Cleaning & Maintenance (1,567 | 4.5%), Healthcare Support (1,381 | 3.9%), Personal Care & Service (939 | 2.7%), and Security & Protection (659 | 1.9%).
Services Occupations in Hammond

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Hammond, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (76.4%), Security & Protection (75.6%), and Firefighting & Prevention (75.4%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (90.1%), Personal Care & Service (77.5%), and Food Preparation & Serving (52.7%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Hammond
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support136 (9.9%)1,245 (90.1%)
Security & Protection498 (75.6%)161 (24.4%)
Firefighting & Prevention404 (75.4%)132 (24.6%)
Law Enforcement94 (76.4%)29 (23.6%)
Food Preparation & Serving1,188 (47.3%)1,325 (52.7%)
Cleaning & Maintenance1,107 (70.6%)460 (29.4%)
Personal Care & Service211 (22.5%)728 (77.5%)
Total (Category)3,140 (44.5%)3,919 (55.5%)
Total (Overall)18,322 (52.3%)16,689 (47.7%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Hammond are Office & Administration (4,213 | 12.0%), and Sales & Related (2,850 | 8.1%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Hammond

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Hammond
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related976 (34.3%)1,874 (65.7%)
Office & Administration723 (17.2%)3,490 (82.8%)
Total (Category)1,699 (24.0%)5,364 (75.9%)
Total (Overall)18,322 (52.3%)16,689 (47.7%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Hammond are Construction & Extraction (1,882 | 5.4%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (1,472 | 4.2%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (58 | 0.2%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Hammond

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Hammond
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry3 (5.2%)55 (94.8%)
Construction & Extraction1,833 (97.4%)49 (2.6%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair1,413 (96.0%)59 (4.0%)
Total (Category)3,249 (95.2%)163 (4.8%)
Total (Overall)18,322 (52.3%)16,689 (47.7%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Hammond are Production (3,669 | 10.5%), Material Moving (3,155 | 9.0%), and Transportation (1,899 | 5.4%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Hammond

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Hammond
OccupationMaleFemale
Production2,781 (75.8%)888 (24.2%)
Transportation1,536 (80.9%)363 (19.1%)
Material Moving2,395 (75.9%)760 (24.1%)
Total (Category)6,712 (76.9%)2,011 (23.1%)
Total (Overall)18,322 (52.3%)16,689 (47.7%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Hammond

Employment Industries in Hammond

The major employment industries in Hammond include Manufacturing (5,833 | 16.7%), Retail Trade (4,620 | 13.2%), Health Care & Social Assistance (4,540 | 13.0%), Transportation & Warehousing (2,958 | 8.5%), and Accommodation & Food Services (2,941 | 8.4%).
Employment Industries in Hammond

Employment Industries by Sex in Hammond

The Hammond industries that see more men than women are Construction (93.8%), Utilities (80.7%), and Manufacturing (80.7%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Enterprise Management (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (86.9%), and Finance & Insurance (81.2%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Hammond
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting15 (21.4%)55 (78.6%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction2,054 (93.8%)136 (6.2%)
Manufacturing4,705 (80.7%)1,128 (19.3%)
Wholesale Trade328 (76.1%)103 (23.9%)
Retail Trade2,248 (48.7%)2,372 (51.3%)
Transportation & Warehousing2,013 (68.0%)945 (32.0%)
Utilities121 (80.7%)29 (19.3%)
Information334 (67.1%)164 (32.9%)
Finance & Insurance158 (18.8%)684 (81.2%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing216 (53.6%)187 (46.4%)
Professional & Scientific549 (32.7%)1,129 (67.3%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)32 (100.0%)
Administrative & Support1,301 (70.0%)558 (30.0%)
Educational Services660 (26.8%)1,803 (73.2%)
Health Care & Social Assistance597 (13.2%)3,943 (86.9%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation475 (50.5%)465 (49.5%)
Accommodation & Food Services1,191 (40.5%)1,750 (59.5%)
Public Administration419 (42.9%)557 (57.1%)
Total18,322 (52.3%)16,689 (47.7%)

Education in Hammond

School Enrollment in Hammond

The most common levels of schooling among the 19,754 students in Hammond are high school (5,112 | 25.9%), middle school (4,476 | 22.7%), and elementary school (4,011 | 20.3%).
School Enrollment in Hammond
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool7513.8%
Kindergarten6593.3%
Elementary School4,01120.3%
Middle School4,47622.7%
High School5,11225.9%
College / Undergraduate3,90419.8%
Graduate / Professional8414.3%
Total19,754100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Hammond

Out of a total of 19,754 students who are enrolled in schools in Hammond, 3,931 (19.9%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 15,823 (80.1%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 419 (47.6% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 3,040 (89.6% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Hammond
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds456 (75.1%)151 (24.9%)
5 to 9 Year Old3,653 (84.4%)675 (15.6%)
10 to 14 Year Olds4,474 (80.2%)1,105 (19.8%)
15 to 17 Year Olds3,040 (89.6%)354 (10.4%)
18 to 19 Year Olds1,547 (76.7%)470 (23.3%)
20 to 24 Year Olds1,604 (83.1%)326 (16.9%)
25 to 34 Year Olds462 (52.4%)419 (47.6%)
35 Years and over594 (58.4%)424 (41.6%)
Total15,823 (80.1%)3,931 (19.9%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Hammond

Business (2,074 | 24.6%), education (1,225 | 14.5%), science & technology (961 | 11.4%), psychology (679 | 8.0%), and liberal arts & history (534 | 6.3%) are the most common fields of study among 8,446 individuals in Hammond who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Hammond
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics3524.2%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural3243.8%
Physical & Health Sciences1051.2%
Psychology6798.0%
Social Sciences5116.0%
Engineering3103.7%
Multidisciplinary Studies800.9%
Science & Technology96111.4%
Business2,07424.6%
Education1,22514.5%
Literature & Languages3063.6%
Liberal Arts & History5346.3%
Visual & Performing Arts2272.7%
Communications3233.8%
Arts & Humanities4355.1%
Total8,446100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Hammond

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Hammond

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Hammond are males with 2 vehicles (7,791, accounting for 44.2%) and females with 2 vehicles (6,029, making up 48.9%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Hammond
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle555 (3.2%)457 (2.9%)
1 Vehicle3,601 (20.4%)4,694 (29.4%)
2 Vehicles7,791 (44.2%)6,029 (37.8%)
3 Vehicles3,610 (20.5%)3,108 (19.5%)
4 Vehicles1,163 (6.6%)992 (6.2%)
5 or more Vehicles910 (5.2%)667 (4.2%)
Total17,630 (100.0%)15,947 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Hammond

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Hammond are 15 to 19 minutes (5,349 commuters, 16.7%), 20 to 24 minutes (5,121 commuters, 16.0%), and 10 to 14 minutes (4,682 commuters, 14.6%).
Commute Time in Hammond
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes5041.6%
5 to 9 Minutes3,35510.5%
10 to 14 Minutes4,68214.6%
15 to 19 Minutes5,34916.7%
20 to 24 Minutes5,12116.0%
25 to 29 Minutes2,4677.7%
30 to 34 Minutes3,88112.1%
35 to 39 Minutes6151.9%
40 to 44 Minutes1,2714.0%
45 to 59 Minutes2,5057.8%
60 to 89 Minutes1,7175.4%
90 or more Minutes5811.8%

Commute Time by Sex in Hammond

The most common commute times in Hammond are 20 to 24 minutes (3,071 commuters, 18.1%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (2,775 commuters, 18.4%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Hammond
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes280 (1.7%)224 (1.5%)
5 to 9 Minutes1,377 (8.1%)1,978 (13.1%)
10 to 14 Minutes2,139 (12.6%)2,543 (16.9%)
15 to 19 Minutes2,574 (15.1%)2,775 (18.4%)
20 to 24 Minutes3,071 (18.1%)2,050 (13.6%)
25 to 29 Minutes1,387 (8.2%)1,080 (7.2%)
30 to 34 Minutes2,338 (13.8%)1,543 (10.2%)
35 to 39 Minutes352 (2.1%)263 (1.8%)
40 to 44 Minutes723 (4.3%)548 (3.6%)
45 to 59 Minutes1,451 (8.5%)1,054 (7.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes934 (5.5%)783 (5.2%)
90 or more Minutes364 (2.1%)217 (1.4%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Hammond

The most frequent times of departure to work in Hammond are 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (2,045, 12.0%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (2,280, 15.1%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Hammond
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM1,781 (10.5%)927 (6.2%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM1,457 (8.6%)741 (4.9%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM1,210 (7.1%)694 (4.6%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM2,045 (12.0%)849 (5.6%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM1,409 (8.3%)1,151 (7.6%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM1,723 (10.1%)2,280 (15.1%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM771 (4.5%)1,254 (8.3%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM912 (5.4%)1,443 (9.6%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM602 (3.5%)868 (5.8%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM606 (3.6%)981 (6.5%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM418 (2.5%)577 (3.8%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM215 (1.3%)305 (2.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM2,008 (11.8%)1,504 (10.0%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM1,833 (10.8%)1,484 (9.9%)
Total16,990 (100.0%)15,058 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Hammond

Occupancy by Ownership in Hammond

Of the total 29,348 dwellings in Hammond, owner-occupied units account for 18,358 (62.5%), while renter-occupied units make up 10,990 (37.4%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Hammond
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units18,35862.5%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units10,99037.4%
Total Occupied Housing Units29,348100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Hammond

Occupancy by Household Size in Hammond
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household9,33831.8%
2-Person Household9,15231.2%
3-Person Household4,16714.2%
4+ Person Household6,69122.8%
Total Housing Units29,348100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Hammond

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Hammond
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household4,793 (51.3%)4,545 (48.7%)
2-Person Household6,510 (71.1%)2,642 (28.9%)
3-Person Household2,722 (65.3%)1,445 (34.7%)
4+ Person Household4,333 (64.8%)2,358 (35.2%)
Total Housing Units18,358 (62.5%)10,990 (37.4%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Hammond

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Hammond
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School2,336 (62.5%)1,402 (37.5%)
High School Diploma7,146 (61.0%)4,561 (39.0%)
College/Associate Degree5,180 (58.2%)3,720 (41.8%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher3,696 (73.9%)1,307 (26.1%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Hammond

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Hammond
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years5,40818.4%
35 to 44 Years5,96420.3%
45 to 54 Years4,74116.2%
55 to 64 Years6,63722.6%
65 to 74 Years4,04513.8%
75 to 84 Years1,5835.4%
85 Years and Over9703.3%
Total29,348100.0%

Housing Finances in Hammond

Median Income by Occupancy in Hammond

Median Income by Occupancy in Hammond
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied18,358 (62.5%)$66,333
Renter-Occupied10,990 (37.4%)$35,666
Average29,348 (100.0%)$52,368

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Hammond

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Hammond
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,000582 (3.2%)960 (8.7%)
$5,000 to $9,999339 (1.8%)589 (5.4%)
$10,000 to $14,999450 (2.5%)834 (7.6%)
$15,000 to $19,999557 (3.0%)488 (4.4%)
$20,000 to $24,999626 (3.4%)1,078 (9.8%)
$25,000 to $34,9991,302 (7.1%)1,465 (13.3%)
$35,000 to $49,9992,694 (14.7%)2,082 (18.9%)
$50,000 to $74,9993,717 (20.3%)1,714 (15.6%)
$75,000 to $99,9993,417 (18.6%)1,006 (9.1%)
$100,000 to $149,9993,106 (16.9%)610 (5.6%)
$150,000 or more1,568 (8.5%)164 (1.5%)
Total18,358 (100.0%)10,990 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Hammond

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Hammond
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3001,135 (6.2%)517 (4.7%)
$300 to $4993,518 (19.2%)539 (4.9%)
$500 to $7993,407 (18.6%)1,629 (14.8%)
$800 to $9993,000 (16.3%)2,430 (22.1%)
$1,000 to $1,4995,350 (29.1%)4,496 (40.9%)
$1,500 to $1,9991,444 (7.9%)638 (5.8%)
$2,000 to $2,499306 (1.7%)92 (0.8%)
$2,500 to $2,99992 (0.5%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more106 (0.6%)11 (0.1%)
Total18,358 (100.0%)10,990 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Hammond

Housing Structures in Hammond

Housing Structures in Hammond
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached21,97674.9%
Single Unit, Attached1,2444.2%
2 Unit Apartments1,4525.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments8232.8%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments1,3854.7%
10 or more Apartments2,2297.6%
Mobile Home / Other2390.8%
Total29,348100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Hammond

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Hammond
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached17,343 (78.9%)4,633 (21.1%)
Single Unit, Attached323 (26.0%)921 (74.0%)
2 Unit Apartments474 (32.6%)978 (67.4%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments50 (6.1%)773 (93.9%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments8 (0.6%)1,377 (99.4%)
10 or more Apartments15 (0.7%)2,214 (99.3%)
Mobile Home / Other145 (60.7%)94 (39.3%)
Total18,358 (62.5%)10,990 (37.4%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Hammond

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Hammond
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room26 (0.1%)335 (3.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms280 (1.5%)2,318 (21.1%)
4 or 5 Rooms6,662 (36.3%)5,637 (51.3%)
6 or 7 Rooms8,203 (44.7%)2,257 (20.5%)
8 or more Rooms3,187 (17.4%)443 (4.0%)
Total18,358 (100.0%)10,990 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Hammond

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Hammond
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas16,454 (89.6%)9,072 (82.6%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas289 (1.6%)50 (0.4%)
Electricity1,170 (6.4%)1,760 (16.0%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene234 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke14 (0.1%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels54 (0.3%)75 (0.7%)
No Fuel Used143 (0.8%)33 (0.3%)
Total18,358 (100.0%)10,990 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Hammond

Household Vehicle Usage in Hammond
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle835 (4.5%)1,975 (18.0%)
1 Vehicle5,493 (29.9%)5,515 (50.2%)
2 Vehicles7,606 (41.4%)2,740 (24.9%)
3 or more Vehicles4,424 (24.1%)760 (6.9%)
Total18,358 (100.0%)10,990 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Hammond

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Hammond

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units7,38810,970
Median Property Value$118,400$135,700
Median Household Income$52,184$1,245
Monthly Housing Costs$457$106
Real Estate Taxes$1,309$170

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Hammond

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Hammond
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000584 (7.9%)424 (3.9%)
$50,000 to $99,9992,024 (27.4%)2,194 (20.0%)
$100,000 to $299,9994,688 (63.4%)7,929 (72.3%)
$300,000 to $499,99971 (1.0%)293 (2.7%)
$500,000 to $749,9999 (0.1%)60 (0.5%)
$750,000 to $999,99912 (0.2%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)70 (0.6%)
Total7,388 (100.0%)10,970 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Hammond

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Hammond
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,000562 (7.6%)143 (1.3%)
$10,000 to $24,999851 (11.5%)359 (3.3%)
$25,000 to $34,999600 (8.1%)782 (7.1%)
$35,000 to $49,9991,508 (20.4%)702 (6.4%)
$50,000 to $74,9991,608 (21.8%)1,186 (10.8%)
$75,000 to $99,9991,063 (14.4%)2,109 (19.2%)
$100,000 to $149,999873 (11.8%)2,354 (21.5%)
$150,000 or more323 (4.4%)2,233 (20.4%)
Total7,388 (100.0%)10,970 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Hammond

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Hammond
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x3,291 (44.6%)79,012 (720.3%)
2.0x to 2.9x1,350 (18.3%)6,421 (58.5%)
3.0x to 3.9x806 (10.9%)1,742 (15.9%)
4.0x or more1,859 (25.2%)863 (7.9%)
Total7,388 (100.0%)10,970 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Hammond

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Hammond
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $8001,606 (21.7%)66 (0.6%)
$800 to $1,4992,699 (36.5%)1,454 (13.3%)
$800 to $1,4992,860 (38.7%)4,398 (40.1%)
Total7,388 (100.0%)10,970 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Hammond

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Hammond

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Hammond
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years4,574 (96.6%)161 (3.4%)
6 to 18 Years14,023 (94.2%)858 (5.8%)
19 to 25 Years6,850 (84.4%)1,270 (15.6%)
26 to 34 Years7,443 (81.9%)1,643 (18.1%)
35 to 44 Years9,437 (84.7%)1,711 (15.3%)
45 to 54 Years7,467 (87.5%)1,072 (12.6%)
55 to 64 Years9,500 (89.7%)1,095 (10.3%)
65 to 74 Years6,049 (99.3%)41 (0.7%)
75 Years and older4,090 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total69,433 (89.8%)7,851 (10.2%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Hammond

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Hammond
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born4,574 (96.6%)161 (3.4%)
Foreign Born, Citizen14,023 (94.2%)858 (5.8%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen6,850 (84.4%)1,270 (15.6%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Hammond

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Hammond
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,00010,304 (87.2%)1,517 (12.8%)
$25,000 to $49,99916,150 (87.6%)2,293 (12.4%)
$50,000 to $74,99913,037 (88.1%)1,757 (11.9%)
$75,000 to $99,99911,331 (91.1%)1,108 (8.9%)
$100,000 and over17,897 (94.2%)1,109 (5.8%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Hammond

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Hammond
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 63,231 (68.2%)1,654 (34.9%)
6 to 18 Years7,901 (53.1%)6,775 (45.5%)
19 to 25 Years1,768 (21.8%)5,391 (66.4%)
25 to 34 Years2,447 (26.9%)5,187 (57.1%)
35 to 44 Years2,028 (18.2%)7,631 (68.4%)
45 to 54 Years1,680 (19.7%)5,974 (70.0%)
55 to 64 Years2,740 (25.9%)7,194 (67.9%)
65 to 74 Years5,852 (96.1%)2,966 (48.7%)
75 Years and over4,090 (100.0%)2,294 (56.1%)
Total31,737 (41.1%)45,066 (58.3%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Hammond

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Hammond
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years29 (1.2%)41 (2.4%)
5 to 17 Years594 (8.6%)570 (8.0%)
18 to 34 Years759 (7.8%)727 (8.1%)
35 to 64 Years2,645 (18.2%)2,550 (16.2%)
65 to 74 Years796 (27.9%)1,081 (33.4%)
75 Years and over956 (62.1%)1,336 (52.4%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Hammond

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Hammond: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years16 (0.7%)41 (2.4%)
5 to 17 Years12 (0.2%)68 (1.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)104 (1.2%)
35 to 64 Years642 (4.4%)310 (2.0%)
65 to 74 Years432 (15.1%)282 (8.7%)
75 Years and over538 (35.0%)507 (19.9%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Hammond: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years13 (0.5%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years29 (0.4%)312 (4.4%)
18 to 34 Years292 (3.0%)180 (2.0%)
35 to 64 Years443 (3.1%)466 (2.9%)
65 to 74 Years200 (7.0%)230 (7.1%)
75 Years and over317 (20.6%)180 (7.1%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Hammond: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years527 (7.6%)157 (2.2%)
18 to 34 Years415 (4.3%)423 (4.7%)
35 to 64 Years828 (5.7%)651 (4.1%)
65 to 74 Years138 (4.8%)176 (5.4%)
75 Years and over278 (18.1%)357 (14.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Hammond: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years22 (0.3%)117 (1.7%)
18 to 34 Years42 (0.4%)151 (1.7%)
35 to 64 Years1,593 (11.0%)1,543 (9.8%)
65 to 74 Years305 (10.7%)882 (27.2%)
75 Years and over495 (32.2%)1,017 (39.9%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Hammond: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years88 (1.3%)48 (0.7%)
18 to 34 Years15 (0.2%)125 (1.4%)
35 to 64 Years669 (4.6%)365 (2.3%)
65 to 74 Years59 (2.1%)267 (8.2%)
75 Years and over151 (9.8%)383 (15.0%)

Technology Access in Hammond

Computing Device Access in Hammond

Computing Device Access in Hammond
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop20,26869.1%
Smartphone23,74680.9%
Tablet15,83253.9%
No Computing Device3,12810.7%
Total29,348100.0%

Internet Access in Hammond

Internet Access in Hammond
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet360.1%
Broadband Home20,63570.3%
Cellular Data Only3,03910.4%
Satellite Internet1,5495.3%
No Internet4,85716.6%
Total29,348100.0%

Hammond Summary

Hammond, Indiana is a city located in Lake County, Indiana, United States. It is part of the Chicago metropolitan area. The population was 80,830 at the 2010 census, making it the most populous city in Lake County.

History

Hammond was founded in 1869 by George H. Hammond, a meat-packing entrepreneur from Illinois. The city was named after him. Hammond was incorporated as a town in 1883 and as a city in 1918.
In the late 19th century, Hammond was a major center of industry, with many factories and mills. The city was also a major railroad hub, with several railroads running through it.

Geography

Hammond is located at 41°36′40″N 87°29′35″W (41.611111, -87.493056). According to the 2010 census, Hammond has a total area of 20.85 square miles (53.9 km2), of which 20.8 square miles (53.7 km2) is land and 0.05 square miles (0.2 km2) is water.

Economy

Hammond is a major industrial center, with many factories and mills. The city is home to the headquarters of the Whiting Corporation, a manufacturer of industrial machinery. Other major employers in the city include the Hammond-Whiting Metals Corporation, the Hammond-Whiting Steel Corporation, and the Hammond-Whiting Refinery.
The city is also home to several major retail outlets, including the Hammond Square Mall and the Hammond Town Center.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, there were 80,830 people, 32,945 households, and 20,945 families residing in the city. The population density was 3,878.3 people per square mile (1,494.2/km2). There were 35,936 housing units at an average density of 1,735.3 per square mile (669.7/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 68.2% White, 24.3% African American, 0.3% Native American, 1.3% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 3.2% from other races, and 2.8% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 8.9% of the population.
There were 32,945 households, out of which 28.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 39.2% were married couples living together, 17.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 38.2% were non-families. 32.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.44 and the average family size was 3.09.
In the city, the population was spread out, with 24.2% under the age of 18, 9.3% from 18 to 24, 28.7% from 25 to 44, 22.6% from 45 to 64, and 15.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 93.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 89.3 males.
The median income for a household in the city was $37,941, and the median income for a family was $45,878. Males had a median income of $35,902 versus $26,521 for females. The per capita income for the city was $19,009. About 10.2% of families and 12.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 17.2% of those under age 18 and 8.7% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Hammond?
Total Population of Hammond is 77,390.
What is the Total Male Population of Hammond?
Total Male Population of Hammond is 38,035.
What is the Total Female Population of Hammond?
Total Female Population of Hammond is 39,355.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Hammond?
There are 96.65 Males per 100 Females in Hammond.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Hammond?
There are 103.47 Females per 100 Males in Hammond.
What is the Median Population Age in Hammond?
Median Population Age in Hammond is 36.5 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Hammond
Average Family Size in Hammond is 3.4 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Hammond
Average Household Size in Hammond is 2.6 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Hammond?
Per Capita income in Hammond is $26,109.
What is the Median Family Income in Hammond?
Median Family Income in Hammond is $62,225.
What is the Median Household income in Hammond?
Median Household Income in Hammond is $52,368.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Hammond?
Income or Wage Gap in Hammond is 34.5%.
Women in Hammond earn 65.5 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Hammond?
Family Income Deficit in Hammond is $11,648.
Families that are below poverty line in Hammond earn $11,648 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Hammond?
Inequality or Gini Index in Hammond is 0.43.
How Large is the Labor Force in Hammond?
There are 37,385 People in the Labor Forcein in Hammond.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Hammond?
60.6% of People are in the Labor Force in Hammond.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Hammond?
Unemployment Rate in Hammond is 6.3%.