Cost of Living in Hammond, LA
Population 20,790 · Louisiana · Data vintage 2023
(100 = US avg)
Household incomes in Hammond run well below national norms — a median of $41,222 versus the $74,580 US figure. Housing costs partially offset that gap (typical home values around $219,000). Around 35% of residents live below the federal poverty line, a rate that tends to correlate with the income and housing figures above.
Located 40 miles northwest of Metairie, Hammond falls within that metro's commuting orbit. Median home values run roughly 29% lower than Metairie's $309,000.
Cost Overview
Scale: 100 = US national average. Green < 90, Red > 110.
About the Cost of Living in Hammond
The median home value in Hammond is $219,400 — 28% below the national median of $305,000. Median rent runs $932/month, 29% lower than the national median of $1,314/month. The median household income of $41,222/year is 45% lower than the US median of $74,580. The local unemployment rate is 5.7%, above the national average of 4.8%. Louisiana's top state income tax rate is 4.3% and the combined sales tax is 9.5%. Overall, Hammond has a cost of living index of 72 versus the US average of 100, meaning it is 28% less expensive.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cost of living in Hammond, LA?
Hammond has a cost index of 72 (100 = national average). It is 28% below the national average.
What is average rent in Hammond, LA?
The median gross rent in Hammond is $932 per month based on 2023 Census data.
What is the average home price in Hammond?
The median home value in Hammond is $219,400 according to Zillow and Census data.
What is the median income in Hammond?
The median household income in Hammond is $41,222 per year (2023 ACS 5-year estimates).
What is the sales tax in Hammond, LA?
The combined state and local sales tax rate in Hammond is 9.5%. The Louisiana state income tax top rate is 4.3%.
Is Hammond, LA affordable?
Yes, Hammond is generally considered affordable, with a cost of living index of 72 — about 28% below the US national average of 100.
Hammond at a Glance
- Population
- 20,790
- Median Income
- $41,222
- Home Value
- $219,400
- Median Rent
- $932/mo
- Unemployment
- 5.7%
- Sales Tax
- 9.5%
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