Hammond, IN vs Lafayette, LA
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
Lafayette
73.6
#705 nationally
Hammond leads in crime level (20.3 vs 29.2). Hammond leads in walk score (52 vs 42). Lafayette leads in average commute (20.4 min vs 24.6 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Hammond, IN | Lafayette, LA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 76.8 (#311) | 73.6 (#705) |
| Population | 76,193 | 121,467 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $178,835 | $227,080 |
| Median Household Income | $52,368 | $58,850 |
| Average Commute | 24.6 min | 20.4 min |
| Walk Score | 52 | 42 |
| Crime Level | 20.3 | 29.2 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 87 | 99 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+5.6 | R+31.4 |
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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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73.6 Score
Lafayette, LA
Mid-size Louisiana city with community character
Median Home
$227,080
Population
121,467
Crime
Very High
Walk Score
42
Southeast
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