Hammond, IN vs Worcester, MA
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
Worcester
66.6
#1530 nationally
Hammond leads in cost of living index (87 vs 108). Worcester leads in walk score (62 vs 52). Hammond leads in average commute (24.6 min vs 26.4 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Hammond, IN | Worcester, MA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 76.8 (#311) | 66.6 (#1530) |
| Population | 76,193 | 206,518 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $178,835 | $441,802 |
| Median Household Income | $52,368 | $52,891 |
| Average Commute | 24.6 min | 26.4 min |
| Walk Score | 52 | 62 |
| Crime Level | 20.3 | Moderate-High |
| School Rating | N/A | 5.2 |
| Cost of Living Index | 87 | 108 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+5.6 | D+10.0 |
C
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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D
66.6 Score
Worcester, MA
Heart of the Commonwealth
Median Home
$441,802
Population
206,518
Crime
Moderate-High
Schools
C
Northeast
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