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Hammond, IN vs Kokomo, IN

Hammond, IN vs Kokomo, IN: What the data shows

Hammond, IN is in Hammond, IN while Kokomo, IN is in Kokomo, IN — both in the same state. On home prices, Hammond, IN is the more affordable option at $97,500 median — $21,500 less than Kokomo, IN's $119,000. WYLT rates Hammond, IN as Think twice — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing — and Kokomo, IN as Think twice — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing.

Both neighborhoods have similar safety profiles. Hammond, IN has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. Kokomo, IN has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. On environmental risk, Hammond, IN has Low flood risk and Kokomo, IN has Low flood risk.

Hammond, IN is the more walkable neighborhood. Hammond, IN scores 21/100 (car-dependent) versus Kokomo, IN's N/A/100. For families weighing school quality, Hammond, IN has the higher school rating Hammond, IN rates 6.2/10 and Kokomo, IN rates 5.8/10.

CategoryHammond, INKokomo, IN
Housing
VerdictThink twiceThink twice
Median Price$98K

Lower price

$119K
Median Rent$832$806

Lower rent

Median Income$35K$60K

Higher income

Price VolatilityModerateModerate
Getting Around
Walk Score21/100

More walkable

Car-dependent
Transit Score14/100

Better transit

Minimal transit
Bike ScoreN/AN/A
Commute30 minN/A
Safety & Environment
Safety GradeD+D+
Violent CrimeModerateModerate
Property CrimeModerateModerate
Flood RiskLowLow
Air QualityModerateGood

Cleaner air

Community
Schools6.2/10

Better schools

5.8/10
Best for
Budget‑conscious first‑time buyersRenters looking for low costsCommuters with a car
first-time homebuyersremote workersfamilies

Bottom line

Both neighborhoods have distinct trade-offs — review the data above to find your best fit.

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