Median Age
31 Years
Largest Age Group
20-29 Years
Approximately 21% of Residents
Under 20
28%
Over 65
15%
Hammond
Hammond, LA Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,000
Population
21,596
Renter Mix
54% Rent
Home to abundant local businesses and Southeastern Louisiana University
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Welcome to Hammond, Louisiana, a charming city nestled between Baton Rouge and New Orleans. Located just an hour from both major cities, Hammond offers a range of rental options from apartments to single-family homes, with current average rents around $955 for one-bedroom units. The rental market has seen rates decrease by approximately 6.7% over the past year, creating favorable conditions for renters. The city center features the historic Hammond Oak and well-preserved architecture, while neighborhoods extend outward from downtown through tree-lined streets.
Hammond combines small-town atmosphere with convenient amenities. Residents enjoy outdoor recreation at Chappapeela Sports Park, Zemurray Park, and the historic Cate Square Park in the heart of downtown. The renovated Columbia Theatre anchors the historic district, hosting performances throughout the year. The city's accessibility is enhanced by the Hammond Northshore Regional Airport and the intersection of Interstates 12 and 55. Local attractions include the Tangipahoa African American Heritage Museum, and the city celebrates its agricultural heritage through community events and festivals.
Explore the City
Read a book and enjoy the weather in Cate Square Park.
Downtown Hammon is the best place to relax.
Plan a shopping trip at Hammond Square.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$42,381
Average: $60,847
Education
6,086
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
9,832
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Hammond has more renters than homeowners.
Renters
54%
Non-Renters
46%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
19%
Other Education
81%
Rent Trends
As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Hammond, LA is $684 for a studio, $928 for one bedroom, $1,088 for two bedrooms, and $1,199 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Hammond has decreased by -0.4% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$928/month
672 Sq Ft
House
$1,508/month
1,415 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,036/month
919 Sq Ft
Cost of Living
The cost of living in Hammond, LA is 15.7% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Hammond is 35.7% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $684 - $1,199. You can expect to pay 4.8% less for groceries, 23.3% less for utilities, and 8.5% less for transportation.
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Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Hammond, LA is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
50
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
40
/ 100
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Schools
Southeastern La University Lab School
Public
Grades PK-8
269 Students
Hammond Eastside Elementary Magnet School
Public
Grades PK-8
1,343 Students
Hammond Westside Elementary Montessori School
Public
Grades PK-8
1,072 Students
Woodland Park Elementary Magnet School
Public
Grades PK-5
519 Students
Greenville Park Leadership Academy
Public
Grades K-8
447 Students
Southeastern La University Lab School
Public
Grades PK-8
269 Students
Hammond Eastside Elementary Magnet School
Public
Grades PK-8
1,343 Students
Hammond Westside Elementary Montessori School
Public
Grades PK-8
1,072 Students
Greenville Park Leadership Academy
Public
Grades K-8
447 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,750 Students
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.