Hammond, IN vs Kingston, NY
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
Kingston leads in crime level (9.6 vs 20.3). Hammond leads in cost of living index (87 vs 108). Kingston leads in median household income ($62,071 vs $52,368).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Hammond, IN | Kingston, NY |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 76,193 | 23,777 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $178,835 | $0 |
| Median Household Income | $52,368 | $62,071 |
| Average Commute | 24.6 min | 22.9 min |
| Walk Score | 52 | 54 |
| Crime Level | 20.3 | 9.6 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 87 | 108 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+5.6 | D+18.7 |
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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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Score
Kingston, NY
Small New York city with local appeal
Population
23,777
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
54
Median Income
$62,071
Northeast
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