Hammond, IN vs Pullman, WA
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
Pullman
72.5
#882 nationally
Pullman leads in crime level (3.6 vs 20.3). Pullman leads in average commute (13.6 min vs 24.6 min). Hammond leads in cost of living index (87 vs 118).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Hammond, IN | Pullman, WA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 76.8 (#311) | 72.5 (#882) |
| Population | 76,193 | 32,863 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $178,835 | $435,863 |
| Median Household Income | $52,368 | $41,479 |
| Average Commute | 24.6 min | 13.6 min |
| Walk Score | 52 | 42 |
| Crime Level | 20.3 | 3.6 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 87 | 118 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+5.6 | D+9.0 |
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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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72.5 Score
Pullman, WA
Small Washington city with local appeal
Median Home
$435,863
Population
32,863
Crime
Low
Walk Score
42
Pacific
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