With about 20,790 residents, Hammond is one of Louisiana's notable places. Hammond was founded in 1818 and sits in Tangipahoa Parish. The median age is 26.4 and the median household income is $41,222. Homes carry a median value of $219,400, and about 48% of residents own where they live. White residents make up the largest share of the population (49.8%). Around 31% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and the typical commute runs about 21 minutes.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (5-year).
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Common questions
Hammond — frequently asked
What is the population of Hammond, Louisiana?
Hammond has a population of about 20,790, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (5-year).
What is the average home value in Hammond?
The median home value in Hammond is $219,400, and the median gross rent is $932/month (U.S. Census ACS).
Is Hammond safe? What is the crime rate?
Hammond Police Department reported a violent-crime rate of about 858 per 100,000 residents in 2023 — higher than the U.S. rate of 386. Source: FBI UCR/NIBRS.
What natural-disaster risks does Hammond face?
FEMA's National Risk Index rates Tangipahoa County as "Relatively Moderate" overall, with top hazards including hurricane, lightning, tornado.
How many schools are in Hammond?
Hammond has 6 public schools (4 elementary, 1 middle, 1 high). Source: U.S. Dept. of Education, NCES.
How many registered sex offenders are in Hammond?
Public registry data lists 8 registered sex offenders in or near Hammond. This is neighborhood-safety information from the public state registry.